Sustainability Consultant

Energy Vault; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy in Leeds is seeking a Sustainability Consultant to enhance their team. The role suits individuals with 1-3 years' experience in the built environment, offering autonomy, professional development, and impactful projects that shape a sustainable future. The position includes a competitive salary, collaborative culture, and various employee benefits such as gym membership and professional development support.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

21 days holiday + bank holidays

Paid professional membership

Apple MacBook and iPhone

Gym membership and wellness support

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years of experience in sustainability within the UK built environment.
• Degree qualified in sustainability or related field.
• Confidence managing tasks independently while being a team player.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to diverse projects with visible environmental impact.
• Work alongside senior leadership and benefit from mentorship.
• Manage tasks independently while contributing to teamwork.

Skills

Self motivated

Understanding of carbon principles

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in sustainability, environmental science, engineering, architecture, geography

Tools

BREEAM knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Sustainability Consultant – Leeds – Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you a purpose-driven sustainability professional looking to accelerate your career in the built environment?
Do you want to be part of a business that's just been ranked in the top 3 sustainability consultancies for certifications in the UK?
Are you searching for a workplace that offers autonomy, genuine development, and a supportive culture?

If so, this opportunity could be for you…

A highly regarded, independent sustainability consultancy based in Leeds is seeking a Sustainability Consultant to join its rapidly expanding team. Known for delivering impactful sustainability outcomes across the built environment, their projects range from £1.25 million residential schemes to £400 million landmark developments.

With a strong reputation built on results and a collaborative ethos, the consultancy has become a trusted partner to some of the world’s most prominent developers and design teams. As demand continues to rise, they’re looking for an individual with drive, technical competence, and a genuine passion for shaping a sustainable future.

Why this Sustainability Consultant role stands out:

• Join one of the UK’s top 3 sustainability consultancies for certifications, a clear leader in the space with an architecturally led approach.

• Work alongside senior leadership from day one, benefiting from direct mentorship and collaborative decision making.

• Fast track your development with support for industry qualifications and clear career progression

• Contribute to diverse, exciting projects that make a visible environmental impact

• Be part of a people first culture, with long term opportunities including training and development with various certification bodies
  
  

What we’re looking for:

• 1 - 3 years of experience in sustainability within the UK built environment

• A proactive and self motivated mindset - someone who thrives to work independently and as part of a team

• A strong understanding of carbon principles

• Degree qualified in sustainability, environmental science, engineering, architecture, geography or a similar field

• A working knowledge of BREEAM or a keen interest in learning it

• Confidence managing tasks independently while contributing positively to a close-knit team

• Able to commute to central Leeds 3-4 days a week

What you’ll receive:

• A competitive base salary (flexible based on experience)

• Discretionary bonus

• 21 days holiday + bank holidays

• Paid professional membership

• Apple MacBook and iPhone

• Gym membership and wellness support

• A genuine focus on personal development, CPD, and long-term progression