Senior ESG Consultant

RPS Group; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RPS Group is seeking a Senior Consultant (ESG) to join our Environmental team in London. This pivotal role focuses on developing environmental, social, and governance strategies while advising clients and enhancing opportunities within a dynamic and inclusive workplace. Ideal candidates will have strong consulting experience and an in-depth knowledge of relevant UK legislation.

Benefits

Accredited training provider for learning and development

Personal development plan and career pathway support

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in consulting across at least two key areas like climate change or sustainability.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK ESG legislation and regulations.
• Chartered membership of relevant professional bodies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop ESG strategies and solutions for clients.
• Advise on climate action and governance systems.
• Deliver consulting work across multiple environmental areas.

Skills

Communication

Commercial acumen

Organizational skills

Education

Degree (BSc/BEng) in a relevant subject

Masters (MSc) or postgraduate qualification preferred

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, urbanising, and resource-scarce world.

RPS is looking for a Senior Consultant (ESG) to join our leading Environmental team. The role involves developing effective environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies and solutions for clients, while helping develop 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-ethical labor and human rights issues, environmental compliance, producer responsibility, H&S and welfare, governance systems, EHS management systems, waste/water management, and biodiversity.

Advising clients on climate action, carbon footprinting, NZC programmes, offsetting, TCFD reporting, SBTi setting, and related activities.

Strong technical knowledge of current and upcoming UK legislation related to environmental, social, and governance regulations, policy, guidance, procedures, and industry-specific operational regulations.

Knowledge and experience applying environmental liability and sustainability principles across various sectors.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, with strong commercial acumen.

Good communication and presentation skills, ability to build and maintain relationships, and strong organizational skills to prioritize workload.

Professional qualifications: Degree (BSc/BEng) in a relevant subject, preferably with a Masters (MSc) or postgraduate qualification. Chartered membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g., IEMA, IES) is preferred or in progress.

What’s in it for you

We are an accredited training provider supporting learning and development from entry level to master’s degrees, leadership, management, and coaching qualifications.

You will have a personal development plan and a transparent career pathway, with support to grow professionally.

We promote diversity, inclusion, and flexible working, including hybrid work arrangements.

Join a workplace that values your contributions, supports your growth, and fosters an inclusive environment aligned with our purpose, promise, and core behaviors such as ‘Stronger Together’.

Our approach to Diversity and inclusion

We embed diversity and inclusion principles in all our processes to reflect the communities and clients we serve, ensuring we attract, develop, and retain the best talent.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where respect, acknowledgment of diversity, and recognition of everyone’s potential are fundamental. Our behaviors underpin our culture and the memorable experiences we deliver.

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We work with a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners. We do not accept speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to our careers page for more information.