Environmental & ESG
ESG Manager — Global Hiring Overview
ESG Managers lead environmental, social, and governance reporting and strategy for energy, industrial, and resource companies — investor disclosures, ratings, and impact.
Median Salary
$142k
$102k – $202k
Demand Score
94/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
2.4K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+22%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for esg managers in the global energy market is exceptionally strong. Oil & gas operators, renewables developers, utilities, EPC contractors, mining companies, and energy software firms report a 22% year-on-year increase in ESG Manager mandates, driven by regulatory pressure, net-zero commitments, CSRD / ISSB / SEC climate rules, and rising carbon prices across the OECD.
Salary Trend
ESG Manager compensation typically falls between $102k and $202k, with experienced esg mgrs in the global energy market commanding $202k+ at leading operators, IPPs, utilities, and EPC majors. Total compensation often includes shift premiums, offshore or remote allowances, performance bonuses, and equity where applicable.
Career Path
ESG Managers typically progress to Carbon Analyst, Sustainability Engineer roles, or into head of ESG, head of sustainability, and Chief Sustainability Officer tracks across the global hiring energy market.
Key Responsibilities
- •Lead ESG strategy and disclosures
- •Coordinate CSRD / ISSB / SASB / TCFD reporting
- •Engage investors and rating agencies
- •Drive sustainability initiatives across business units
Qualifications
- •7+ years sustainability / ESG
- •Strong reporting frameworks knowledge
- •Energy / industrial background
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ESG Manager jobs by city
ESG Manager jobs in Houston
5.0K openings · $168k
ESG Manager jobs in Dallas
3.7K openings · $162k
ESG Manager jobs in Midland
3.8K openings · $156k
ESG Manager jobs in Denver
3.1K openings · $168k
ESG Manager jobs in Pittsburgh
2.9K openings · $149k
ESG Manager jobs in New Orleans
3K openings · $142k
ESG Manager jobs in Bakersfield
2.9K openings · $149k
ESG Manager jobs in Calgary
4.4K openings · $168k
ESG Manager jobs in Edmonton
3.5K openings · $159k
ESG Manager salary insights
ESG Manager salary in Houston
$168k
ESG Manager salary in Dallas
$162k
ESG Manager salary in Midland
$156k
ESG Manager salary in Denver
$168k
ESG Manager salary in Pittsburgh
$149k
ESG Manager salary in New Orleans
$142k
ESG Manager salary in Bakersfield
$149k
ESG Manager salary in Calgary
$168k
ESG Manager salary in Edmonton
$159k
Hiring by energy industry
Oil & Gas Operators hiring ESG Managers
National and international oil companies operating upstream, midstream, and downstream assets across the globe
Renewable Energy Developers hiring ESG Managers
Solar, wind, storage, and hybrid renewables developers building utility-scale and C&I projects worldwide
Power Generation Companies hiring ESG Managers
Independent power producers and utilities operating thermal, hydro, nuclear, and renewable generation portfolios
Nuclear Power Operators hiring ESG Managers
Nuclear utilities and SMR developers operating existing fleets and building new-generation reactors
Solar Developers hiring ESG Managers
Utility-scale and distributed solar developers, IPPs, and asset owners across global solar markets
Wind Farm Operators hiring ESG Managers
Onshore and offshore wind farm developers, owners, and O&M operators worldwide
Utility Companies hiring ESG Managers
Electric, gas, and water utilities operating generation, T&D, and customer-facing operations
Transmission System Operators hiring ESG Managers
TSOs operating high-voltage transmission networks, interconnectors, and balancing markets
Distribution Utilities hiring ESG Managers
DSOs and distribution companies operating MV/LV networks, smart meters, and customer connections
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a ESG Manager in the global energy market is around $142k, typically ranging from $102k to $202k based on experience, asset class, and the energy employer.