Energy & Carbon Consultant

Manpower UK; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sustainable Energy First (SE First) seeks an ambitious Energy & Carbon Consultant to join its Sustainable Solutions team in the United Kingdom. You will apply technical expertise to help organisations reduce energy consumption, lower carbon emissions and progress toward Net Zero ambitions.

You will analyse datasets, conduct audits, develop practical recommendations and deliver high-quality reports while building trusted client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in energy management and carbon reduction projects.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills for interpreting complex datasets.
• Experience applying regulatory and voluntary reporting frameworks.
• Experience in client-facing consultancy environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver energy and carbon management projects to quality standards and timescales.
• Manage a varied workload across multiple client projects and contracts.
• Undertake site visits, audits, assessments and reporting activities.
• Produce clear, accurate and actionable reports and technical deliverables.
• Apply relevant regulatory and voluntary frameworks to client work.

Skills

Energy management

Carbon management

Data analysis

Client engagement

Project management

UK energy regulations

Education

Degree in technical/environmental field

Job description

ENERGY & CARBON CONSULTANT Sustainable Energy First (SE First) THE ROLE Sustainable Energy First is seeking an ambitious and technically capable Energy & Carbon Consultant to join its growing Sustainable Solutions team. This is an exciting opportunity for a sustainability professional who is passionate about helping organisations reduce energy consumption, lower carbon emissions and progress towards their Net Zero ambitions. The successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio of client projects, applying technical expertise to deliver high-quality energy and carbon consultancy services while building trusted relationships with clients. The Energy & Carbon Consultant will play a key role in identifying opportunities for improved energy performance, delivering insightful analysis, conducting audits and developing practical recommendations that support both environmental and commercial objectives. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Project Delivery \\* Deliver energy and carbon management projects to agreed quality standards and timescales. \\* Manage a varied workload across multiple client projects and contracts. \\* Undertake site visits, audits, assessments and reporting activities. \\* Monitor project progress and escalate risks or issues where appropriate. \\* Support the successful delivery of client and organisational sustainability objectives. Technical Consultancy \\* Analyse complex energy, carbon and sustainability-related datasets. \\* Produce clear, accurate and actionable reports, recommendations and technical deliverables. \\* Conduct energy and carbon audits and identify opportunities for improvement and savings. \\* Apply relevant regulatory and voluntary frameworks appropriately. \\* Deliver robust analysis that supports client decision-making and sustainability goals. Client Engagement \\* Build strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders. \\* Present findings, recommendations and technical information in a clear and professional manner. \\* Act as a trusted advisor and day-to-day point of contact for clients. \\* Contribute to a positive client experience through high-quality service delivery. Continuous Improvement & Innovation \\* Contribute ideas to enhance services, products and methodologies. \\* Share knowledge and best practice across the wider team. \\* Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness. \\* Collaborate with colleagues across the business to maximise project impact and outcomes. Business Development Support \\* Provide technical input to client enquiries and sales opportunities. \\* Identify opportunities for additional services within existing projects. \\* Support the growth and development of SE First's sustainability solutions offering. ABOUT YOU Essential Experience & Skills \\* Degree qualified, or equivalent professional experience, in a technical, environmental, sustainability-related or consultancy discipline. \\* Experience within energy management, carbon management and sustainability projects. \\* Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and translate findings into meaningful insights. \\* Experience identifying energy and carbon reduction opportunities and producing recommendations for clients. \\* Working knowledge of UK energy and carbon regulations, legislation and reporting frameworks. \\* Experience operating within a client-facing consultancy environment. \\* Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. \\* Ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of quality and professionalism. \\* Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills. Desirable Experience \\* Energy audit experience. \\* Carbon auditing and reporting experience. \\* Exposure to Net Zero strategies and decarbonisation programmes. \\* Experience supporting commercial or business development activities. \\* Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks and industry best practice. WHY JOIN SE FIRST? SE First is a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to helping businesses create a more sustainable future. Joining the Sustainable Solutions team provides the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly contribute to energy efficiency, carbon reduction and long-term environmental impact. This role offers exposure to a wide range of sectors, clients and sustainability challenges, making it an excellent opportunity for a consultant looking to further develop their technical expertise, client engagement and project delivery skills within a growing and highly relevant market.