At a Glance
- Tasks: Help organisations achieve Net Zero by measuring and reducing their carbon emissions.
- Company: Join a leading sustainability consultancy making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy private medical insurance, life assurance, and a Cycle to Work scheme.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic field.
- Why this job: Be part of the solution to climate change and drive impactful sustainability strategies.
- Qualifications: Experience in carbon accounting and strong data analysis skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 55000 £ per year.
Job Opportunity: Sustainability Consultant – Carbon & Net Zero
Package
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance (3x annual salary)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Hybrid working arrangement
About the Role
We are seeking a
Sustainability Consultant – Carbon & Net Zero to join a leading sustainability consultancy, supporting organisations with corporate carbon accounting, Net Zero strategy and decarbonisation planning.
This is a client-facing consulting role where you'll work with a diverse portfolio of organisations, helping them measure, report and reduce their greenhouse gas emissions while developing practical, commercially focused Net Zero strategies.
You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality carbon accounting projects, producing assurance-ready outputs and working closely with clients to translate complex data into meaningful business insights.
- Job Responsibilities
- Deliver corporate carbon footprints across
Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions.
- Build and quality‑assure GHG inventories in line with the
- GHG Protocol and
- Support the development of Net Zero roadmaps and carbon reduction strategies.
- Analyse emissions data and produce client‑ready reports, presentations and audit trails.
- Support
- SECR ,
- CDP ,
- Carbon Reduction Plans and
SBTi submissions.
- Conduct stakeholder interviews and manage client data collection.
- Research and assess decarbonisation opportunities across energy, travel, fleet and supply chains.
- Support proposal writing and technical input for new client opportunities.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal tools, templates and methodologies.
- Keep up to date with evolving carbon accounting standards and climate reporting requirements.
Requirements
- Experience in corporate carbon accounting, Net Zero consulting or sustainability consulting.
- Strong knowledge of
Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 greenhouse gas reporting.
- Experience applying the
- GHG Protocol and/or
- Understanding of Net Zero strategies, decarbonisation planning and climate mitigation.
- Familiarity with reporting frameworks such as
- SECR ,
- CDP ,
- SBTi ,
- IFRS S2 or
CSRD .
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills, with experience working with large datasets.
- Excellent written communication and report writing skills.
- Confident presenting technical information to clients and stakeholders.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience within sustainability consultancy or a client-facing environment is highly desirable.
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Sustainability Consultant - Carbon & Net Zero in Croydon employer: Timely Recruit Ltd
Timely Recruit Ltd is an excellent employer for those passionate about sustainability and making a tangible impact on net-zero ambitions. With a hybrid working model, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that fosters professional growth, employees are empowered to lead innovative projects in a collaborative environment. This role not only offers the chance to work at the forefront of decarbonisation strategies but also provides unique opportunities for personal and career development within the thriving UK and European markets.
