Graduate Carbon Consultant

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm in the energy sector is seeking a motivated Graduate Energy & Carbon Consultant in Manchester. The role involves data entry for energy compliance, client communication, and energy assessments. The ideal candidate has a degree in a relevant field and strong technical writing skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, promoting work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Hybrid working model

Free on-site parking

Complimentary fitness classes

Discounts at nearby shops, gyms, and restaurants

Access to structured training and development programme

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the UK energy landscape.
• Experience in the energy sector preferred, ideally consultancy-related.
• Based in or near Manchester, or willing to commute.

Responsibilities

• Support data entry for SECR and CCA compliance.
• Communicate with clients and energy providers to gather energy data.
• Assist with energy assessments and identify saving opportunities.
• Participate in on-site energy audits.

Skills

Technical writing skills

Familiarity with CDP disclosure system

Understanding UK energy regulations

Education

Degree in Engineering, Sustainability, or Built Environment

Job description

Job Description

Graduate Energy & Carbon Consultant
Manchester
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000

Our client is seeking a motivated and capable Graduate Energy & Carbon Consultant to join their carbon team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate with relevant experience in the energy sector—ideally within an environmental or energy consultancy—and a strong understanding of the UK energy landscape.

Responsibilities:

1. Support data entry and reporting tasks related to SECR (Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting) and CCA (Climate Change Agreements) compliance.
2. Communicate with clients and energy providers to gather required energy data and information.
3. Contribute to carbon footprinting projects and assist with SECR and CCA submissions.
4. Provide technical input to projects, working closely with account managers who will present findings to clients.
5. Assist with energy assessments and identify energy-saving opportunities.
6. Participate in on-site energy audits alongside experienced consultants.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Familiarity with the CDP disclosure system.
• A degree in a relevant subject such as Engineering, Sustainability, or the Built Environment.
• Understanding of UK energy and carbon regulations, including SECR, CCA, and TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures) guidance.
• Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, professional client-facing reports.
• Based in or near Manchester, or willing to commute regularly.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive starting salary
• Hybrid working model - three days in the office, two days remote
• Free on-site parking
• Complimentary fitness classes
• Discounts at nearby shops, gyms, restaurants, and leisure venues
• Access to a structured training and development programme with clear career progression

To Apply: For more information about this Graduate Energy & Carbon Consultant role or other opportunities within the Environmental and Sustainability sectors, contact Callum on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed).