Sustainability and Compliance Manager

About Viva

At Viva, we foster a culture where our people grow, develop, and innovate with passion, inclusion, and transparency. As one of the fastest-growing ultra-low-cost airlines in the Americas, we are committed to building responsible, sustainable, and compliant operational practices that strengthen our long-term impact and corporate reputation.

The Sustainability & Compliance Manager is responsible for managing the execution of ESG reporting processes, ensuring quality, traceability, and regulatory compliance of non-financial data. Coordinates internal validations, control testing, and cross-functional collaboration for timely and reliable sustainability disclosures.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute the ESG reporting calendar.
• Coordinate data requests, deadlines and quality reviews to ensure timely submission to auditors, investors and the CNBV.
• Manage ICSR controls implementation. Ensure each process owner executes documented controls for accuracy, completeness and traceability of data (Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, safety, HR metrics).
• Perform control testing and document results. Design test plans, sample sizes and evaluation criteria; report control deficiencies and follow up on remediation actions.
• Validate data and narratives for the Sustainability Report. Reconcile operational data (AMOS, SAP) with financial records and verify accuracy of KPIs and text disclosures.
• Support external assurance process. Prepare documentation packages for auditors, coordinate information requests and address observations promptly.
• Drive process improvements and automation. Identify opportunities to simplify data flows, enhance template standardization and develop dashboards in Workiva or Power BI.

Candidate Profile

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Engineering
• Certifications related to sustainability, ESG reporting, or non-financial disclosure frameworks, such as: FSA Credential ,GRI Certified Sustainability Professional, GHG Protocol courses or COSO 2013. These certifications are not mandatory but are highly desirable.

Experience

• +7 years of experience in sustainability, ESG reporting, regulatory compliance, governance, or impact-driven initiatives.
• Experience working with international sustainability frameworks and compliance standards.
• Strong ability to manage complex cross-functional projects and influence key stakeholders.

Required Skills / Technical Knowledge

• Excel advanced
• SAP
• Workiva
• Power BI.
• Knowledge IFRS S1/S2, SASB, COSO, GHG Protocol.

Benefits – Why You’ll Love Being #TeamViva

• Flexible schedule.
• Inspirational and fun work environment (#TheBestAirlineToWork).
• Unlimited vacation days from day one.
• Savings fund & savings account.
• Staff Travel: Discounted flights for you and up to 12 loved ones (after 6 months).
• MyIDTravel: Fly worldwide with 20+ airline alliances (after 6 months).
• Life & medical insurance + 24/7 online medical assistance for your family.
• Access to exclusive discounts (gyms, retail, universities, restaurants, and more).
• Above-the-law benefits.

About Viva

We are Mexico’s lowest-cost airline, operating the most modern fleet in Latin America and rapidly expanding globally. At Viva, we embrace diversity, promote gender equity, and foster innovation, collaboration, and inclusion. We prioritize well-being and create a safe, positive, and dynamic work environment where people can grow and thrive.

Viva is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination of any kind. All candidate information will be handled confidentially and in compliance with mexican data-protection regulations. Your data will be used only for recruitment-related purposes.