Net Zero & Sustainability Strategy Advisor

Trowers & Hamlins LLP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension (GPP Aviva)

Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Trowers & Hamlins LLP in Birmingham is seeking a Sustainability Advisor to support the development and delivery of the firm’s sustainability strategy. You will drive environmental performance and carbon reduction initiatives across the organisation, collaborating with stakeholders and suppliers.

The role focuses on data collection and reporting, project delivery and preparing environmental disclosures. A proactive, analytical approach and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a sustainability, environmental or ESG-focused role.
• An understanding of carbon accounting, greenhouse gas reporting and net zero principles.
• Experience managing projects and delivering initiatives within agreed timescales.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret and present data effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence when engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• A relevant sustainability, environmental or related qualification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of the organisation's sustainability strategy, helping to drive continuous improvement across environmental performance and carbon reduction initiatives.
• Collect, analysing and reporting environmental and carbon emissions data.
• Managing sustainability projects and initiatives from planning through to delivery.
• Supporting environmental reporting requirements, disclosures and carbon reduction plans.
• Coordinating responses to client sustainability questionnaires, audits and tender requests.
• Working with suppliers and internal stakeholders to improve sustainability performance.
• Assisting with environmental management systems, policies and compliance activities.
• Producing engaging sustainability communications and awareness campaigns.
• Monitoring industry developments, legislation and best practice to support ongoing improvement.

Skills

Carbon accounting

Greenhouse gas reporting

Net zero principles

Project management

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Excellent communication

Education

Relevant sustainability qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Trowers & Hamlins LLP in Birmingham is seeking a Sustainability Advisor to support the development and delivery of the firm’s sustainability strategy. You will drive environmental performance and carbon reduction initiatives across the organisation, collaborating with stakeholders and suppliers.

The role focuses on data collection and reporting, project delivery and preparing environmental disclosures. A proactive, analytical approach and strong Excel skills are essential.