Operational Carbon Reporting Coordinator

Summit Recruiters; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Recruiters is seeking a sustainability data specialist to calculate and report operational carbon data, including GHG emissions across Scopes 1-3, SECR reporting and site-level metrics.

You will work with Sustainability Analysts and cross-functional teams to maintain datasets, support audits, and help drive decarbonisation initiatives across the business.

This role offers an opportunity to develop expertise in carbon reporting standards and UK frameworks within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Measure, analyse and report operational carbon footprint data (Scopes 1-3).
• Support ISO 14064-1 audit preparation and evidence gathering.
• Assist with SECR, ESOS and forward‑looking SBTi data collection.
• Maintain accurate emission factors in line with DEFRA/BEIS updates.
• Support operational reporting requirements across internal and external teams.
• Contribute to decarbonisation scheme processes and wider group reporting.
• Liaise with suppliers and the supply chain to collect Scope 3 emissions data.
• Ensure data accuracy, quality and appropriate evidence for reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and efficiency.

Job description

Are you passionate about sustainability, data, and driving measurable carbon reduction? This role sits at the heart of operational carbon reporting, supporting the Sustainability team to measure, analyse and reduce emissions across a wide range of projects and frameworks.

Working closely with Sustainability Analysts, Coordinators and the wider business, you'll help shape operational carbon reporting processes, support compliance requirements, and contribute to meaningful environmental impact across the organisation.

The Role

As part of the Operational Sustainability team, you'll assist with calculating and reporting operational carbon data, including Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions across Scopes 1-3, SECR reporting, and site‑level operational data. You'll help maintain accurate datasets, support audit preparation, and contribute to decarbonisation initiatives across the business.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist expertise in carbon reporting, GHG Protocol, ISO 14064‑1 and UK sustainability frameworks — all within a fast‑paced, progressive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Measure, analyse and report operational carbon footprint data (Scopes 1-3).
• Support ISO 14064‑1 audit preparation and evidence gathering.
• Assist with SECR, ESOS and forward‑looking SBTi data collection.
• Maintain accurate emission factors in line with DEFRA/BEIS updates.
• Support operational reporting requirements across internal and external teams.
• Contribute to decarbonisation scheme processes and wider group reporting.
• Liaise with suppliers and the supply chain to collect Scope 3 emissions data.
• Ensure data accuracy, quality and appropriate evidence for reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and efficiency.