ESG Controller

Job Description:

At Ferring Pharmaceuticals, we help people around the world build families and live better lives. We are entrepreneurial and innovative, with a global team focused on scientific advances in the areas of reproductive and women’s health, gastroenterology and urology. Ferring + You is all about working together and sharing ideas, so that we can bring science to life for patients around the world.

Every person at Ferring works together to change lives and help people build families. Our corporate teams offer empowering, innovative, challenging and rewarding careers – we are motivated to make a difference. To reach our full potential we collaborate, and respect and value diverse contributions so that we can grow as an organisation and as professionals. Together we can influence the world around us to make life and work better.

Ferring+You
You will be responsible for leading ESG data collection, reporting, analysis, and insights generation for Ferring Pharmaceuticals globally, working with key partners in the team. In this role, you will have a broad exposure to ESG-related data, governance and disclosure topics as part of a multinational business environment.

You will lead the data collection and its availability for reporting purposes for all ESG information while ensuring the validity of all ongoing data reporting, including alignment to ESG standards, and will contribute to the execution of the global reporting effort. 

You will also develop an ongoing approach to data and metrics that support Ferring’s material ESG topics and evolve the approach to align with business and stakeholder needs. You will also ensure the measurement and assurance of the data.

Your day at Ferring

• Lead the company’s overall approach to ESG data management and reporting by performing or coordinating ESG / sustainability data management and data collection programs
• Support the development of our standard reporting effort
• Ensure the data reflect the approach and alignment with appropriate ESG frameworks
• Oversight of the company’s ESG data management software
• Drive development and expansion of the tool where appropriate
• Partner with colleagues who are responsible for progress reporting on material topics
• Develop and lead approach to internal and external data auditing and assurance
• Support ESG team and business contributors to the Ferring Sustainability plans with data and insights to demonstrate progress and propose continuous improvements
• Assist with various data-related projects as needed.

Behind our innovation…There’s you

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field, such as sustainability, environmental science, or data management
• At least 3-5 years of relevant work experience in sustainability data management, ESG reporting, or a related field
• Knowledge of ESG frameworks, standards, and regulations
• Experience with sustainability reporting software and databases
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collect, interpret, and report complex data
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Familiarity with pharmaceuticals or life sciences industries is a plus.

People come first at Ferring

• Get inspired from our commitment to advocate for everyone’s right to build a family, no matter who you are, where you live or who you love
• Our inclusive support package – “Building Families at Ferring” provides equal and accessible policies for all employees who wish to start their family journey, ensuring a global standard, irrespective of location and role
• Parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents
• Extended support on family building journey

Making a difference in the life of millions of people means we succeed by working together. Our diverse backgrounds, experiences, expertise, and perspectives enable us to find solutions to even the most challenging problems, and our success is tied to each team member’s contributions. Imagine the power of your career when it’s Ferring + You.

Behind our purpose… There’s you

If our mission and your vision are aligned, please apply!
We strive to build and maintain an inclusive and diverse workplace with equal opportunities and mutual respect for all employees regardless of their backgrounds and socioeconomic status.

Note to agencies: this search is being managed by Ferring’s Talent Acquisition team. Kindly do not send us spontaneous profiles.

Location:Ferring Service Center Portugal