Junior ESG Specialist

Job Title: Junior ESG Specialist 

Summary: Randstad Global is hiring a Junior ESG Specialist based in Diemen, The Netherlands (Hybrid / CET), to oversee non-financial data consolidation, drive CSRD and ESRS reporting compliance, and specialize in Social impact metrics across global operating companies.

Location & Working Conditions

• Location: Diemen, The Netherlands (Hybrid)

What Does a Junior ESG Specialist at Randstad Do? 

Important Note: This is a Corporate Non-Financial & ESG Reporting Role, NOT a Generalist Environmental/Sustainability Strategy Role. The core focus is on non-financial consolidation under CSRD/ESRS standards, auditing collaboration, and social impact tracking.

What You Will Achieve 

• CSRD & ESRS Compliance: Consolidate quarterly Non-Financial Reporting (NFR) data across global operating companies for the Randstad annual report under CSRD and EU Taxonomy guidelines.
• Social Impact Focus: Lead tracking for key Social (S) metrics including Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), workplace health & safety, and global labor rights aligning with Randstad’s people-first HR mission.
• Reporting & Audit Partnership: Prepare external ESG disclosures, monitor KPIs, and collaborate directly with external auditors to ensure data assurance and compliance.
• Process Automation & AI Integration: Implement AI tools to accelerate data analysis, streamline reporting workflows, and integrate modern tech (Tagetik, PowerBI, M365).
• Emissions & Climate Support: Support GHG Scope 1-3 emission calculations, SBTi project reporting, and minor financial accounting alignment.
• Stakeholder Enablement: Act as the global sparring partner and point of contact to educate and train regional operating companies on ESG guidelines.

What You Need to Succeed 

Academic & Professional Background

• Education: Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Sustainability, or a related field.
• Experience Level: 0–2 years of experience or a strong academic/internship background in ESG reporting, auditing, labor standards, or sustainability. Graduates with relevant experience are welcome to apply. 
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of accounting/consolidation and familiarity with ESG frameworks (CSRD, EU Taxonomy, TCFD, GHG Protocol).

Key Skills & Characteristics

• AI & Analytical Skills: Drive to leverage AI tools alongside strong analytical and conceptual thinking.
• Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Mindset: Extroverted, hands-on, proactive in improving efficiency, and comfortable working in a fast-paced international environment.

Why Join Randstad Global?

• Impactful Mission: Work at the world's largest talent company, supporting a global network of 38,000 employees across 39 markets.
• Career Growth: Early-career entry-level exposure directly reporting into Senior Financial/ESG Managers, backed by extensive learning and development opportunities.
• Inclusive Culture: A purpose-led, supportive workplace boasting a 52% female management representation and a strong work-life balance.

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