Remote · Project-Based

The ESG Institute Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 96,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

The ESG Institute Limited is seeking a Senior Sustainability Consultant / Trainer for remote, project-based engagements. You will contribute as a strategic advisor, a training facilitator, or both, depending on your background and availability.

Engagements are flexible and run project by project, drawing on a global network of experienced ESG professionals. You will design and deliver sustainability training, support advisory work, and share knowledge to strengthen education programmes.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as consultant or trainer in ESG/sustainability.
• Strong knowledge of ESG frameworks and reporting standards (CSRD, ESRS, GRI, TCFD, ISSB).
• Excellent communication; ability to turn complex concepts into actionable strategies.
• Experience in thought leadership, client advisory, or professional development.
• Collaborative, flexible, solution-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to advisory work, corporate learning, programme development, or thought leadership.
• Provide expert consulting on sustainability and ESG matters in your area of focus.
• Advise on sustainability strategies, frameworks, and policies, aligning with leading standards.

Skills

ESG expertise

Consulting experience

Training design

Thought leadership

Client advisory

Job description

Senior Sustainability Consultant / Trainer

The ESG Institute is building a panel of experienced freelance sustainability professionals from around the world, engaged project by project as strategic advisors, training facilitators, or both.

Flexible project-based work for experienced ESG professionals.

Remote

Project-Based

Freelance

Contribute as a strategic advisor, a training facilitator, or both, depending on your background and availability.

The ESG Institute is building a panel of freelance Senior Sustainability Consultants and Trainers, drawing on experienced professionals from around the world. Engagements run project by project, so you can contribute as a strategic advisor, a training facilitator, or both, depending on your background and availability.

ESG

The role

Key responsibilities

Depending on the engagement, you may contribute to advisory work, corporate learning, programme development, thought leadership, or a combination of these areas.

Subject Matter Expertise

Provide expert consulting on sustainability and ESG matters in your area of focus, supporting the planning and delivery of client projects.

Strategic Input

Advise on sustainability strategies, frameworks, and policies, ensuring alignment with leading standards and best practices.

Collaborative Engagement

Partner with our internal teams and clients to assess and address ESG risks, opportunities, and performance improvements.

Training & Facilitation

Design and deliver sustainability and ESG training, from introductory webinars to advanced corporate workshops.

Knowledge Sharing

Contribute to learning materials and resources that strengthen our education programmes.

Thought Leadership

Represent The ESG Institute at conferences, events, and in publications, helping drive global conversations on ESG.

What we look for

Qualifications

• A proven track record as a consultant, trainer, or subject matter expert in ESG and/or sustainability.
• In-depth knowledge of ESG frameworks and reporting standards, such as CSRD, ESRS, GRI, TCFD, or ISSB.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to turn complex concepts into actionable strategies or engaging training content.
• A track record in thought leadership, client advisory, or professional development.
• A collaborative, flexible, solution-oriented approach.

Why join us

Work with impact and flexibility

• Shape the sustainability practices of businesses across industries.
• Contribute to impactful education and advisory work.
• Collaborate with a global network of sustainability leaders.
• Work flexibly, on projects that match your expertise and availability.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Practical information

Additional details

Engagements are flexible and project-based. We match consultants and trainers to assignments based on subject-matter expertise, client requirements and availability.

Compensation Project-based, varying with the scope and duration of each engagement.

Location Remote, though some projects may involve in-person meetings.

Commitment Flexible. We only ask for your involvement on projects that match your expertise and availability.

About us

About The ESG Institute

The ESG Institute helps organisations embed sustainability and ESG principles at their core, through a global network of advisors, training programmes, strategic projects, and thought leadership.

Our culture is built on collaboration, purpose, and continuous learning, giving you the platform and flexibility to contribute meaningfully, whether for a single project or a long-term relationship.