Carbon Consultant

Energy Vault; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainability consulting is seeking a Carbon Consultant to manage projects focused on carbon accounting and emissions reduction for clients. The role involves calculating and managing carbon footprints, developing strategies for reduction, and ensuring alignment with ESG expectations. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in carbon accounting and project management, with a passion for sustainability.

Qualifications

• Experience in carbon accounting and lifecycle emissions analysis.
• Strong knowledge of ESG frameworks related to carbon reporting.
• Proficiency in carbon footprint tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead carbon-focused sustainability projects ensuring alignment with client net-zero goals.
• Calculate carbon footprints and develop tailored reduction strategies.
• Prepare carbon sections of ESG reports and produce high-quality disclosures.

Skills

Carbon accounting

Project management

Client engagement

Analytical skills

Sustainability knowledge

Tools

GHG Protocol

CDP

ISO 14064

Job description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Carbon Consultant

Location: London/Surrey (Hybrid – 3 days in the office per week)

Salary: £35,000 – £50,000 (Depending on Experience)

Our client is hiring a Carbon Consultant to lead sustainability projects with a core focus on carbon accounting and emissions strategy. This role involves supporting clients in calculating, managing, and reducing their carbon footprints, while aligning with evolving ESG and net-zero expectations

You’ll work with a range of clients across industries, helping them calculate, manage, and reduce their carbon footprints while embedding sustainability into their core operations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead carbon-focused sustainability projects from scoping through delivery, ensuring alignment with client net-zero goals.
• Calculate carbon footprints using leading methodologies (Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions), and develop tailored reduction and offsetting strategies.
• Apply key ESG and sustainability frameworks such as TCFD, GRI ISSB, and SASB to support reporting and disclosures.
• Prepare carbon-specific sections of ESG reports and produce high-quality, TCFD-aligned disclosures.
• Translate carbon data into actionable insights for clients’ senior leadership and sustainability teams.
• Monitor project timelines and budgets while maintaining strong communication and relationships with clients.
• Support internal knowledge-sharing and thought leadership on carbon-related topics.

Professional and Personal Attributes:

• Demonstrated experience in carbon accounting and lifecycle emissions analysis.
• Strong knowledge of ESG frameworks and how they relate to carbon and climate reporting.
• Proficiency in carbon footprint tools and methodologies (e.g., GHG Protocol, CDP, ISO 14064).
• Exceptional project management and client engagement skills.
• Analytical mindset with a detail-oriented, hands-on approach to delivery.
• Passionate about sustainability and the role carbon plays in achieving global climate goals.