ESG Consultant (Experienced)

Please read the application process at the bottom of the page. Quick apply only candidates will not be considered.

About MyCarbon

MyCarbon is a growing sustainability consultancy delivering Net Zero Strategy and ESG services. Our mission is to produce the largest positive environmental impact possible for every hour we spend working with our clients. We work with clients who share our view on the seriousness of the challenges we are facing due to climate change, and who are committed to invested action on their journey to Net Zero.

We work across all industries to help SME’s and large corporations mitigate their climate impact. Our approach draws on the scientific and engineering expertise of our team to create pragmatic and actionable plans for our clients’ unique needs.

A standard week at MyCarbon involves tackling new challenges, both for our clients and within our growing business. We believe that every task should involve effective project management, strategic planning, and clear communication to ensure a successful outcome and (importantly) a healthy work-life balance.

We are searching for a full-time employee to join us on our climate action journey! We want someone who is driven to make a difference – both at MyCarbon and in the wider world.

About the role

Estimated Start Date: Q2 2025

Fully Remote – with the opportunity for regular co-working meetups with the wider team.

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable ESG Consultant to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and other prominent ESG frameworks.

Your primary focus will be on supporting clients with understanding CSRD requirements, assess their readiness, and implement robust ESG strategies to ensure compliance with the directive.

Additionally, you will support engagements across other key ESG reporting frameworks and standards (e.g., GRI, ISSB/SASB, TCFD) and contribute to greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory calculations and net-zero strategies.

Core Responsibilities (approx. 67% of workload)

• CSRD Compliance & Advisory:
• Lead client engagements to ensure understanding and adherence to CSRD requirements.
• Develop clear, strategic roadmaps to guide clients from readiness assessments to full CSRD compliance.
• Conduct comprehensive double materiality and materiality of information analyses.
• Non-CSRD ESG Framework Guidance:
• Advise clients on leading frameworks (e.g., GRI, ISSB/SASB, TCFD) tailored to their industry, stakeholders, strategic objectives, and regulatory requirements.
• Support alignment of reporting practices across multiple standards to ensure clarity, consistency, and credibility.
• Data & Reporting Enhancement:
• Evaluate and refine ESG data collection and management processes to ensure accuracy, reliability, and verification.
• Develop KPIs, performance metrics, and dashboards to track sustainability progress over time.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Capacity Building:
• Conduct workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder interviews to build organisational understanding of CSRD, double materiality, and other ESG frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., sustainability, finance, legal, investor relations) to integrate ESG communication.
• Staying Informed on the evolving ESG regulatory landscape:
• Stay updated on regulatory developments, industry benchmarks, and emerging ESG trends.

Secondary responsibilities (approx. 33% of workload)

• GHG quantification and reporting (corporate and product specific)
• Development of emission reduction strategies
• Client calls – introductions, project scoping, project delivery
• Business development
• Internal process control – data control, CRM management, internal dashboard management
• Building networks (LinkedIn and email/CRM)

Key Performance Indicators

• Successful delivery of ESG/CSRD reports and double materiality and materiality of information assessments.
• Timely and effective delivery of GHG/emissions reduction reports.
• High levels of client satisfaction and retention.
• Increased ESG project delivery volume for MyCarbon.
• Conversion of new business opportunities into projects.
• Continuous improvement of internal processes and tools.

About You

At MyCarbon, we value both experience and a passion for making a difference. This role is ideal for an experienced ESG professional who is motivated to lead impactful projects and contribute their expertise to a dynamic, collaborative team. We are seeking someone who is ready to grow with us, share knowledge, become a long-term member of our team, and be part of something truly meaningful and impactful.

Required Characteristics

• Possesses a startup/entrepreneurial mentality (i.e. driven, professional and willing to get stuck into all areas of the whole business)
• Ambitious and has a passion for climate action
• Excellent organisational skills, proactive, and has a high attention to detail
• Quick learner/able to adapt quickly
• Dedicated and loyal
• Embodies MyCarbon’s values: Playfully Pragmatic, Curiously Competent, Bravely Belonging

Required Skills

• A STEM background is essential for this role
• Advanced Excell skills:
• Ability to process large data sets
• Pivot tables
• IF/AND/OR functions, vlookups, other tips and tricks
• Advanced filtering
• Proven experience (2+ years) in sustainability consulting, ESG advisory, or corporate sustainability roles, with strong exposure to European regulations and disclosure requirements.
• Knowledge of the CSRD framework, double materiality concepts, and related EU initiatives (e.g., EU Taxonomy).
• In-depth understanding of other key ESG frameworks and standards (GRI, ISSB/SASB, TCFD).
• Strong analytical, project management, and organisational skills, capable of handling complex data sets and translating insights into clear recommendations.
• Exceptional written communication skills, ideally with experience in scientific or technical writing.
• Confident verbal communicator with the ability to engage with clients at executive level and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Skilled in desk-based research and data aggregation/collation.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced learning environment.

Benefits

• Annual salary between £35k-£40k (depending on experience)
• Based on working 40 hours per week
• Reviewed every 6 months
• Performance based bonuses
• Four weeks annual leave + bank holidays
• Sickness / maternity leave
• Pension
• Flexible working hours (08:45 morning huddles to start each day)
• Work laptop etc.
• Direct client engagement with FTSE100 organisations
• Working with world leading sustainable companies
• High focus on professional and personal development
• Sustainability and business development professional training

Application Process

Stage One – Application:

Please send a CV and covering letter to:

• Please use the email subject heading of: “(Your Name): ESG Consultant (Exp) Application”
• Within your covering letter we want to know who you are beyond your CV: why you want to work for MyCarbon and what makes you an ideal candidate. (Max of 250 words)
• Alongside your CV and cover letter, please fill in the short google form (12 questions, a mix of short and long answer, estimated time 20 minutes)
• Please note we will respond to you w/c 6th January

Stage Two – Initial Quickfire Chat:

Successful applicants will then be invited to a short 15-minute interview to shortlist for the final round. This 15-minute interview will be a short introduction for both parties. If selected for the formal interview, you'll be asked to conduct an excel calculation task based on example client data. The time limit on this task is two hours.

Stage Three – Formal Interview:

Successful applicants will be invited to a 1-hour interview for a much deeper discussion.

Stage Four – Selection:

The successful candidate will be selected following the final interview.