Senior ESG Consultant

RPS Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

RPS Group seeks a Senior Consultant (ESG) for their Environmental team in Leeds. You will be responsible for developing effective ESG strategies, engaging with clients on sustainability, and enhancing environmental compliance. Join a respected firm committed to diversity, inclusion, and professional development, while actively contributing to meaningful projects.

Benefits

Accredited training for professional qualifications

Personal development plans and clear career pathways

Flexible working arrangements

Prioritization of wellbeing and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental, social, and governance strategies.
• Knowledge of UK legislation and sustainability principles.
• Familiarity with climate action and carbon strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop ESG strategies and solutions for clients.
• Advise on climate action, carbon footprinting, and reporting.
• Identify new opportunities in the ESG domain.

Skills

Communication

Commercial acumen

Organizational skills

Client advising

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Postgraduate qualifications

Chartered membership (e.g., IEMA, IES)

Job description

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Founded in 1970, RPS is a leading global professional services firm with 5,000 consultants and service providers. Operating in 125 countries across six continents, we define, design, and manage projects that create shared value in a complex, urbanizing, and resource-scarce world.

RPS is seeking a Senior Consultant (ESG) to join our Environmental team, responsible for developing effective environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies and solutions for clients, while also identifying new opportunities.

Who we're looking for

• Experience in delivering consulting work across multiple areas, including at least two of the following: climate change and Net Zero Carbon, natural capital, sustainability strategy and engagement, responsible sourcing, supply chain sustainability, social and human rights issues, environmental compliance, producer responsibility, H&S and welfare, governance systems, EHS management, waste/water management, biodiversity.
• Advising clients on climate action, carbon footprinting, NZC programmes, offsetting, TCFD reporting, SBTi setting.
• Strong knowledge of UK environmental, social, and governance legislation, policies, and industry-specific regulations.
• Experience applying environmental liability and sustainability principles across sectors.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and commercial acumen.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and a positive attitude towards professional development.
• Understanding and belief in RPS’ Purpose, Promise, and Behaviours.
• Degree in a relevant subject, preferably with postgraduate qualifications. Chartered membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g., IEMA, IES) is desirable.

What’s in it for you

• We are an accredited training provider supporting professional qualifications in leadership, management, and coaching.
• Personal development plans and clear career pathways.
• We value diversity, inclusion, and flexible working arrangements.
• Join a company that prioritizes wellbeing and inclusive culture.

Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion in all our processes, recognizing the potential of every individual, and creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Our core behaviour ‘Stronger Together’ emphasizes respect, diversity acknowledgment, and recognizing everyone's contributions.

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