Consultant- Net Zero (Associate Level)

ERM; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainability consulting is seeking a motivated consultant to join their Net Zero services team. This role focuses on developing corporate GHG inventories, advising on climate action, and managing client relationships. The ideal candidate has a degree in an environmental field, experience in environmental consulting, and strong analytical and project management skills. Join the team to help clients navigate their transition to a low carbon economy, with opportunities for personal and professional growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental consulting or related roles.
• Understanding of ESG/sustainability issues in finance.
• Knowledge of GHG accounting/reporting principles.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret technical information for commercial implications.
• Manage client demands and time-sensitive requests.
• Build client relationships through account management and project delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Report Writing

Numeracy Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Field

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

ERM is seeking a motivated consultant to join our corporate sustainability and climate change team, focusing on supporting our Net Zero services.

The risks associated with a changing climate are recognized as systemic to the global economy. Pressure is increasing from investors, regulators, customers, and society for business and governments to transition to a lower carbon economy. ERM is positioned to help our clients navigate this transition, from strategic advice to practical implementation.

The role involves services such as:

• Developing corporate GHG inventories (scope 1, 2, and 3) aligned with industry best practices, including portfolio GHG inventories for financial clients;
• Identifying GHG reduction opportunities in operations and the value chain, integrating these into climate action roadmaps;
• Advising on offsets;
• Setting targets aligned with stakeholder expectations and the Paris Agreement;
• Monitoring and reporting GHG inventories and progress (e.g., CDP, SBTi, Corporate Reports);
• Acting as a trusted advisor on GHG accounting, reporting, and target setting trends.

The successful candidate will work closely with the climate change and corporate sustainability teams and may assist in areas like sustainability strategy, due diligence, EHS performance, and risk management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret technical information to understand commercial implications;
• Manage client demands and time-sensitive requests;
• Manage projects and proposals;
• Build client relationships through account management and project delivery.

The candidate must meet personal billability and other targets.

Technical knowledge required

• Degree in environmental field;
• Experience in environmental consulting, climate change, or related roles;
• Understanding of ESG/sustainability issues in finance;
• Knowledge of GHG accounting/reporting principles (e.g., GHG Protocol, SBTi);
• Ability to identify and justify methodologies;
• Knowledge of climate change and ESG regulatory and market drivers.

Technical skills

• Experience managing projects or tasks;
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel;
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously;
• Business development and proposal writing experience;
• Numeracy skills with large datasets;
• Strong presentation and report writing skills.

Other requirements

• Enthusiasm, energy, and team spirit;
• Initiative, quick learner, adaptable;

We value diversity, inclusion, and flexible working arrangements, including hybrid/home working.

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