Sustainability Consultant

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an ESG Sustainability Consultant to support sustainability initiatives in the food and hospitality sector. The role requires 2-3 years of experience and expertise in compliance and data analysis. You will develop strategies, monitor performance metrics, and engage stakeholders to improve ESG performance. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in ESG and sustainability.
• Strong knowledge of ESG frameworks and compliance standards.
• Experience in preparing ESG or sustainability reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ESG initiatives across operations.
• Collect, analyse, and validate ESG performance data.
• Ensure compliance with ESG-related regulations.

Skills

Data analysis

Compliance knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication skills

Job description

Job Description

Role Overview:

A company I am working closely with is hiring for an ESG Sustainability Consultant to support the development and delivery of sustainability and compliance initiatives within the food and hospitality sector. The role requires strong skills in compliance, data analysis, and reporting, along with experience engaging stakeholders to improve ESG performance. The ideal candidate will bring 2–3 years of sector experience and a proven ability to translate data into actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement ESG and sustainability initiatives across operations.
• Collect, analyse, and validate data to monitor ESG performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with ESG-related regulations, reporting standards, and industry requirements.
• Produce clear, accurate, and engaging sustainability reports for diverse audiences.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements and risk mitigation that align with ESG priorities.
• Keep up to date with ESG trends, regulatory developments, and industry benchmarks.
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and partners to embed sustainable practices.

Skills & Experience:

• 2–3 years of relevant experience, ideally within the food and/or hospitality sector.
• Strong knowledge of ESG frameworks, compliance standards, and reporting requirements.
• Excellent data analysis skills with the ability to interpret and present complex information.
• Experience in preparing ESG or sustainability reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong project management, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to collaborative projects.
• Genuine passion for sustainability and positive impact.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with sustainability certifications relevant to food and hospitality (e.g., B Corp, ISO 14001, GRI, SASB, TCFD).
• Experience engaging with suppliers and external stakeholders on sustainability initiatives.

What’s Offered:

• The opportunity to shape ESG strategies within the food and hospitality sector.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Career development opportunities in the sustainability and ESG space.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.