DescriptionWe are currently looking for experienced individuals to join our expanding Advisory Sustainability Practice. You will be self-motivated, capable of working off your own initiative and can lead with the delivery of Programme/Project milestones. This advertisement seeks people with experience in one or more of the following areas: Regulatory, Strategic, Sustainability and Change Management challenges.
This is a challenging but fulfilling role, where you will be required to operate as a key member of our team, playing a lead role in the delivery of business focused solutions to a wide range of Financial and Non-Financial clients, as well supporting the strategic development of the wider Consulting business.
Job Description & Summary
We are currently looking for experienced individuals to join our expanding Advisory Sustainability Practice. You will be self-motivated, capable of working off your own initiative and can lead with the delivery of Programme/Project milestones. This advertisement seeks people with experience in one or more of the following areas: Regulatory, Strategic, Sustainability and Change Management challenges.
This is a challenging but fulfilling role, where you will be required to operate as a key member of our team, playing a lead role in the delivery of business focused solutions to a wide range of Financial and Non-Financial clients, as well supporting the strategic development of the wider Consulting business.
Roles & Responsibilities
Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to successfully deliver and manage projects across a range of key areas.
ClIent Responsibilities
- Successful and effective end-to-end delivery of external client projects;
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of client and work stream operations, processes, and business objectives and utilise this knowledge on assignments/projects;
- Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and an ability to work to strict deadlines;
- Work and communicate effectively with senior management, team members and clients, providing relevant summary updates and escalations as appropriate;
- Manage reporting requirements, project plans, project status reports, RAID logs, management updates and other reports as required; and
- Building client relationships and interacting proactively with key stakeholders to gather information, resolve issues, and provide analysis to inform client deliverables.
Internal Responsibilities
- Assisting in client account management activities such as recruitment for the project team, managing financial aspects of client engagements, and quality and risk management;
- Leading and supporting presentations and proposals for elements of medium to high complex projects to prospective and existing clients;
- Communicating effectively with senior management and working to build, manage and motivate high-performing teams;
- Building strong internal relationships and network within Consulting and across other services lines;
- Supporting team development activities, including but not limited to management, coaching, and mentoring activities;
- Conducting performance reviews and contributing to performance feedback;
- Contributing to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training activities; and
- Understanding, following and communicating workplace policies and procedures.
Skills and Experience
Education and Certifications
- Master’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, engineering, or a related field is required
- Minimum of 10+ years direct experience in advising clients across sectors on climate and environmental risks at both strategic and operational levels, including scenario analysis, adaptation planning, and regulatory alignment
- Demonstrable experience supporting organisations to assess and communicate how climate-related risks and opportunities influence business resilience, investment decisions, and long-term value
- Significant experience in greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting (Scopes 1, 2, and 3), emissions inventories, carbon reduction planning, and supporting organisations on net zero target setting and implementation
- Demonstrated understanding of carbon markets and experience with carbon credit registries or trading schemes
- Strong knowledge of climate disclosure frameworks (e.g., TCFD, ISSB, CDP)
- Knowledge of evolving sustainability regulations (e.g., California SB 261, SB 253, TNFD)
- Proven ability to quickly grasp complex topics beyond core areas of expertise and apply critical thinking to develop practical, tailored solutions
- Deep understanding of the relationship between climate change, business risk, and value creation, with a focus on integrating this into core business functions
- Strong commercial background with expertise in business strategy, operations, and the quantification of environmental and social impacts
- Experienced in identifying opportunities for growth and supporting business development, including through tender responses and client proposals
Skills and Attributes
- Communication: Skilled in stakeholder engagement and communication, with the ability to translate technical concepts into accessible, outcome-oriented language
- Analytical skills: Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience applying them to assess sustainability risks, model impacts, and support data-driven decision-making
- Leadership and Team Building: Committed to building team capability through coaching, knowledge-sharing, and supporting development of junior colleagues
- Organisation: Scheduling and facilitating meetings, including Agendas and Minutes
- Attitude: Strong work ethic, proactive attitude to issue resolution, delivering excellence, managing deadlines and being comfortable leading a team
- MS Office: MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
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