Associate Director - Climate Advisory

Climate17; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth climate advisory firm in Leeds is seeking an Associate Director for its Client Advisory team. This senior role involves advising major clients on carbon strategies and fostering commercial growth. Ideal candidates will have 5-8 years of relevant experience, a passion for sustainability, and the ability to work with C-suite stakeholders. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and the opportunity to impact global climate action significantly.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Performance-related incentive

Equity options participation

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave

On-site project visits

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 5-8 years’ experience in client advisory, business development, or commercial roles.
• Experience working with senior management and C-suite stakeholders.
• Passion for sustainability and climate solutions.

Responsibilities

• Advise senior executives on carbon markets and climate strategies.
• Design tailored carbon solutions for clients.
• Build long-term relationships with global organisations.
• Drive business growth in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Collaborate with internal teams on projects.
• Contribute to go-to-market strategies and product design.

Skills

Client advisory experience

Business development

Commercial acumen

Sustainability knowledge

Confidence and creativity

Job description

Associate Director – Climate Advisory

Climate17 is delighted to be supporting a high-growth climate advisory business in the appointment of an Associate Director to join its Client Advisory team.

The Organisation

Our client is a leading carbon credit intermediary working with some of the world’s largest organisations to deliver high-integrity climate solutions. They partner closely with corporate clients to design tailored carbon mitigation strategies, supporting nature restoration, carbon removal, and impactful climate projects globally. Operating at the forefront of climate action, the business combines commercial expertise with a deep commitment to sustainability, helping organisations translate ambition into measurable outcomes.

The Role

This is a senior commercial and advisory role within the organisation’s Client Advisory function - the commercial front line of the business. The Associate Director will work closely with senior client stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor on carbon strategy while driving commercial growth and long‑term partnerships.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising senior executives and leadership teams on carbon markets, climate strategy, and mitigation approaches.
• Designing bespoke carbon and nature‑based solutions aligned to client objectives.
• Building and maintaining long‑term relationships with large, global organisations.
• Driving new business growth within a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Collaborating closely with internal teams, including project and delivery functions.
• Contributing to the development of go‑to‑market strategy, client propositions, and product design.
• This role offers significant exposure to leadership, influence over strategy, and the opportunity to help shape a rapidly growing climate‑focused business.

About You

The successful candidate will be a commercially minded advisor with a strong interest in sustainability and climate impact.

• 5-8 years’ experience in client advisory, business development, or commercial roles.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with senior management and C‑suite stakeholders.
• A clear passion for sustainability and climate solutions; experience of carbon markets is advantageous.
• Familiarity with financial products, professional services, or advisory environments.
• Confidence, energy, and creativity, with the ability to develop tailored solutions.
• Comfort working in a high‑growth, start‑up or scale‑up environment.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance‑related incentive (OTE).
• Participation in an equity options pool.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Generous annual leave allowance plus additional company holidays.
• Opportunities for on‑site project visits and sector networking.
• A collaborative, mission‑driven culture with strong growth ambitions.
• The opportunity to make a tangible contribution to global climate action.