Senior Climate and Sustainability Analyst

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental and engineering consultancy seeks a Senior Climate and Sustainability Analyst to help develop net zero strategies and manage sustainability projects. The ideal candidate will collaborate across teams, possess a strong understanding of carbon management, and have relevant qualifications. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, professional development opportunities, and a supportive culture focused on social value.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Hybrid working and flexible hours

Professional development budget and chartership support

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Health and wellbeing programmes

Supportive, people-first culture

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of carbon management and conversion factors.
• Knowledge of climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience.
• Chartered or working towards chartered status with a relevant body.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement net zero and decarbonisation strategies.
• Manage projects and client contracts, including proposal and tender preparation.
• Produce technical reports and engaging presentations.

Skills

Carbon Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Climate Mitigation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Master's degree in sustainability consultancy

Job description

Job Description

Job Title:Senior Climate and Sustainability AnalystSalary:£40,000 - £55,000 (dependent on experience)Location:Saltaire, West Yorkshire (with hybrid working)Type:Permanent, Full Time, HybridAbout the Role:Our client is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Climate and Sustainability Analyst to join their dynamic team. Based in Saltaire or from another UK office (with occasional travel to Saltaire), the role involves contributing to impactful work in decarbonisation, climate change resilience, natural capital, catchment resilience, and social value.You will play a key role in developing and communicating net zero strategies, calculating carbon footprints for infrastructure and other projects, and helping expand and evolve sustainability services. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, collaborative, and eager to shape innovative solutions to the climate crisis.About the Client:Our client is an independent, employee-owned environmental and engineering consultancy with offices across the UK, Ireland, and internationally.

Sustainability and climate resilience are central to their mission, and their supportive, inclusive culture reflects their commitment to people, innovation, and positive environmental impact.They provide an empowering work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development, career growth, and wellbeing initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement net zero and decarbonisation strategies.Contribute to wider climate change and sustainability projects.Manage projects and client contracts, including proposal and tender preparation.Produce technical reports and engaging presentations.Contribute to best practice sharing and continuous service innovation.What Our Client is Looking For:Essential:Strong understanding of carbon management and conversion factors.Effective stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.Knowledge of climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience.Clear verbal and written communication skills.Collaborative and team-oriented approach.Desirable:Familiarity with UN Sustainable Development Goals.Interest in circular economy and resource efficiency.Membership of IEMA or equivalent professional body.Qualifications:Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in a relevant subject (e.g. environmental science, sustainability consultancy, carbon management).Chartered or working towards chartered status with a relevant body (e.g. IEMA, CIWEM).What Our Client Offers:Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.Hybrid working and flexible hours scheme.Professional development budget and chartership support.Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (UK only).Cycle to Work scheme.Health and wellbeing programmes.A supportive, people-first culture with social activities and community engagement through their charitable foundation.Eligibility:Applications are welcome from candidates of all backgrounds.

Our client supports flexible and part-time working and encourages returners to work and career changers to apply. You must have the right to work in the UK.Opportunity for Growth:With a generous training budget, access to a wide range of professional development resources, and an internal culture that champions progression, this role offers a clear path for career advancement. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to shape the growth of climate and sustainability services within a leading consultancy.We are an equal opportunity employer and value in our company.

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