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Senior Consultant - Climate Change and Carbon London / Flexible Working

  • Recruiter: Action Sustainability
  • Job posted: 28/08/24
  • Reference: 2815297997
  • Type: Permanent
  • Salary: Competitive
  • Job location: London
  • Senior Consultant - Climate Change and Carbon London/Flexible Working

    Action Sustainability drives real, sustainable change with its clients.

    We are looking for an experienced climate change and carbon consultant with a passion for sustainability and making a difference.

    • Do you have a track record of managing and delivering complex climate and carbon projects for clients?
    • Do you enjoy stakeholder engagement as part of effecting change?
    • Do you have a passion to deliver sustainability outcomes?
    • Can you see the bigger picture whilst maintaining an eye for the detail?

    If yes, then we would love to hear from you.

    Main Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Develop new business in climate change and carbon and coordinate and lead on its delivery, ensuring an excellent level of client service.
    • Engage senior directors and commercial stakeholders to identify new opportunities and lead the team in winning new work.
    • Projects will involve C-suite-level development of carbon reduction strategies, becoming a trusted advisor to our clients.
    • Deliver carbon accounting and reporting, and implementation of carbon strategies with clients.
    • Work in tandem with other service offerings, particularly sustainable procurement, to deliver joined-up client outcomes.
    • Coordinate and deliver training to clients on climate change and carbon.
    • Act as an expert link between the Consultancy business and the Sustainability Tool business, providing advice on carbon metrics, KPIs, and data measurement and reporting.
    • Speak at Industry Conferences and Events about our work and the outcomes from it.
    Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

    Applicants should meet the following criteria:

    • Deep experience and expertise in climate change macro-level issues, carbon accounting and reporting, and successful implementation into corporate strategy.
    • Experience of where and how carbon impacts occur in supply chains and methods to manage their impact.
    • Understanding and experience of related sustainability impacts, such as air quality, waste and resource efficiency, and biodiversity.
    • A clear understanding of the interactions between clients, suppliers/contractors, budget holders, and other stakeholders.
    • Proven ability to understand clients' needs and build trust with senior stakeholders.
    • Experience in delivering training, facilitating workshops, and public speaking.
    • A self-starter with a proactive approach.
    • Strong organisational skills to manage a diverse portfolio of projects.
    • Willingness to work in a dynamic, flexible environment.

    Reporting to: Head of Consultancy & Climate

    Qualifications:

    • Degree or equivalent industry experience.

    Terms and Conditions:

    • Other benefits: 8% contribution to pension
    • Location: The role will be based in our London office, but flexible working can be included as part of the role.
    • Development: We offer the opportunity to grow in this award-winning consultancy with the support of leading experts and innovative new practices.

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