Associate / Manager - Sustainability Data & Reporting (m/f/d)

We are recruiting an Associate / Manager – Sustainability Data & Reporting (m/f/d) who will support developing and managing global ESG data & reporting initiatives and driving PIMCO Prime Real Estate’s sustainability agenda. In this role, you will have a broad exposure to sustainability-related data, governance and disclosure topics across a diversified global real estate portfolio as part of a multinational business environment. Key Responsibilities Sustainability Reporting Take on project management for the implementation of new sustainability reporting standards incl. development of technical concepts and coordination with auditors and external consultants Contribute to the preparation of Allianz Group's sustainability reporting Cooperate in (regulatory) fund reporting Ensure audit compliance of ESG / sustainability reporting and manage internal and external auditing processes (esp. auditors) Define sustainability reporting guidelines, provide training and support the respective teams design appropriate processes incl. controls for robust reporting Develop internal processes, control systems and structures for ESG / sustainability reporting Monitor regulatory requirements for sustainability reporting (e.g. SFDR, Taxonomy Regulation) and drive its implementation Be thought leader for the strategic development of sustainability reporting topics / capabilities Sustainability Data Perform or coordinate sustainability data management and data collection programs Develop and carry out ESG-related portfolio analyses as well as benchmarking of sustainability / ESG performance Optimize and further develop sustainability data and information Implement appropriate quality management procedures in close cooperation with relevant sustainability / technical management / asset management teams Support the development of today’s sustainability data strategy towards a “future-proof” sustainability data landscape Be key contact person for clients with regards to sustainability data Key Requirements Advanced graduate degree in Management, Finance, Economics or Law At least 2/3 years of professional experience in a company, a bank or an auditing firm is mandatory Experience with and knowledge of ESG / sustainability / non-financial reporting (standards, regulations, trends, developments) and/or other complex reporting processes Ideally, you have proven expertise in relevant reporting standards (e.g. TCFD) and understand regulatory requirements (e.g. SFDR or CSRD) Experience in managing projects Detail-oriented with robust quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills and a high level of accuracy Hands-on-mentality and persistence to carry out projects and tasks Good written and oral communication skills Fluency in English is a prerequisite; good level in German is appreciated Enjoys working in a dynamic multicultural business environment Proficiency in MS Office Suite Interest in innovative IT solutions is a plus (e.g. Power BI, Python) Benefits Onboarding: A mentor, a buddy program and a global welcome event will help you getting started. Learning: A large portfolio of continuous learning opportunities will help you staying relevant in your current role and growing into future workplace demands. Working place: An open and international working environment with a diverse and inclusive culture will inspire your everyday work. A working model which balances remote and office based work will give you the flexibility to organize the way you work. Benefits: A company pension scheme, well-being initiatives, sports offers and other local benefits will allow you achieving a positive work life balance. A leading global real estate investor and manager, PIMCO Prime Real Estate is a PIMCO company and part of the PIMCO real estate platform, focusing on the Core and Core+ segments of the market and managing the Allianz Group’s $89B real estate mandate. We manage a global investment portfolio $93.5B AUM, with an international team of over 455 employees working in 16 offices in Belgium, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, the UK and the U.S. PIMCO’s real estate platform is one of the largest and most diversified in the world, with $174B+ in assets and a broad set of solutions that leverage decades of expertise across public and private equity and debt markets. Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. At Allianz, we stand for unity: we believe that a united world is a more prosperous world, and we are dedicated to consistently advocating for equal opportunities for all. And the foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and nurtures a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust. We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations. Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.