Business Development - Sustainability

Womennovator; Delhi; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Womennovator in Delhi is seeking a Business Development professional with 3–10 years of experience in sustainability advisory, ESG services, and CSR consulting. The role focuses on expanding the sustainability portfolio by developing client relationships and designing impactful solutions. A strong understanding of ESG frameworks is essential, along with excellent communication skills. This position offers a chance to drive revenue growth through strategic partnerships and contribute significantly to sustainability goals.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of experience in business development, sustainability advisory, or ESG services.
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks and CSR ecosystem.
• Proven track record in proposal development and partnership management.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in sustainability.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporates and government bodies.
• Develop proposals and strategic offerings aligned with client needs.

Skills

Business development

Sustainability advisory

Proposal development

Client acquisition

ESG frameworks

Education

Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Management, or Business

Certifications in ESG, CSR

Job description

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in sustainability, ESG advisory, CSR consulting, and impact-focused services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporates, foundations, government bodies, ESG rating agencies, and implementation partners.
• Develop tailored proposals, pitches, and strategic offerings aligned with client needs and sustainability goals.
• Lead end-to-end business development cycle: research, outreach, presentations, negotiations, and closures.
• Collaborate with internal teams to design impactful sustainability solutions, ESG roadmaps, BRSR-aligned strategies, carbon management services, and social impact programs.
• Stay updated on sustainability regulations, reporting requirements, industry benchmarks, and emerging market opportunities.
• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and strategic meetings.
• Drive revenue growth through strategic partnerships and long-term client engagements.

Requirements

• 3–10 years of experience in business development, sustainability advisory, CSR consulting, ESG services, or related sectors.
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks (BRSR, GRI, CSRD, SASB, TCFD) and CSR ecosystem.
• Proven track record in proposal development, client acquisition, and partnership management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to translate sustainability insights into business opportunities and impactful solutions.
• Analytical mindset with an understanding of market trends in ESG, climate, sustainability, and impact measurement.
• Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Management, Social Impact, Business, or related fields.
• Certifications in ESG, CSR, sustainability reporting, carbon management, or social auditing.
• Experience working with corporates, consulting firms, NGOs, or ESG-tech platforms.

Role Objective

Expand the sustainability portfolio by developing high-value client relationships, designing market-relevant sustainability offerings, and driving revenue growth through impactful and scalable sustainability solutions.