Sustainability Consultant

Location London
Discipline: Reporting, Consultancy, Analysis, Data, Projects
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £32000
Contact name: Serrol Osman

Contact email: serrol@verdantsearch.com
Job ref: 104
Published: 4 days ago
Startdate: ASAP

A leading recycling business is seeking a Sustainability Consultant to be based in their central London office.

Reporting into the Head of Sustainability, you will work with a portfolio of clients assisting in the delivery of their sustainability projects, net zero strategy, provide reporting, data analysis of recycling and waste, enhance engagement and waste management.

Duties will include:

  • Develop tailored sustainability roadmaps for clients, outlining clear, actionable steps to enhance their waste management performance and meet long-term goals.

  • Deliver on-site initiatives, such as waste audits and training, aimed at improving waste management practices, increasing recycling rates, and reducing contamination.

  • Lead engagement efforts to raise awareness of recycling processes among key stakeholder groups, including customers, domestic teams, and catering staff.

  • Analyse waste and recycling data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for enhancing recycling performance and transport logistics.

  • Support the research and implementation of innovative sustainability projects that deliver value to both us and our clients.

  • Collaborate within our Net Zero working group to design and implement strategies that drive progress towards the company’s Net Zero objectives.


Candidate MUST have:

  • Experience delivering reports and projects on time within a commercial environment.

  • Passion for sustainability.

  • Understanding of environmental principles, plus a willingness to learn and develop your sustainability knowledge.

  • Experience in customer-facing roles, demonstrating strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Strong organisational abilities, including managing off-site work, maintaining an up-to-date calendar, and effectively prioritising tasks.


Desirable are:

  • Relevant sustainability qualifications.

  • Sustainability or Esg reporting and data analysis experience.

  • Experience in a consultancy or waste management business.


This is an exciting opportunity to join a business with sustainability at its core, the successful candidate will receive a basic salary of up to £32,000, bonus and good benefits.

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