Senior Sustainability Consultant
Sustainability Consulting
The successful candidate will work with our North American team lead and global team members to develop and implement comprehensive sustainability strategies aligned with client business objectives. You will conduct sustainability assessments to identify opportunities for emissions reduction and resource efficiency, while advising on sustainable business frameworks and best practices. Your role will include supporting clients in setting science-based targets and net-zero commitments, as well as providing guidance on sustainability reporting standards such as GRI, SASB, and TCFD, and sustainability reporting platforms such as EcoVadis and CDP.
GHG Verification & Assurance
As Lead GHG Verifier, you will lead GHG emissions verification projects in accordance with international standards including, but not limited to, ISO 14064 series, ISAE 3000 and the GHG Protocol. You will conduct independent third-party audits of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions inventories, assess data quality, monitoring systems, and documentation completeness, and verify carbon offset projects and renewable energy credits. Additionally, you will prepare verification reports and provide assurance statements while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and voluntary reporting schemes.
Stakeholder Management
You will build and maintain strong client relationships by presenting findings and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders. Collaboration with internal teams and external partners will be essential, as will be providing training and capacity-building to client teams to enhance their sustainability capabilities. Beyond technical capabilities, the role requires exceptional soft skills, including advanced stakeholder communication, complex problem-solving, and an innovative approach to sustainable business transformation.
Required Qualifications
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field, with a Master’s Degree being preferred.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in GHG verification, sustainability consulting, or environmental auditing is required.
- Essential training and experience include ISO 14064-3 Lead Auditor or equivalent GHG verification certification, with ISO 14001 or other relevant environmental management certifications being advantageous.
- Strong technical knowledge is necessary, including a thorough understanding of GHG accounting methodologies and standards, proficiency in emissions calculation tools and software, knowledge of climate science and carbon markets, and familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks.
Desired Skills
- Demonstrate excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Project management and stakeholder engagement experience is valuable, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools.
- Knowledge of industry-specific emissions standards, experience with renewable energy, carbon offsetting, or circular economy initiatives, and multilingual capabilities would be significant advantages.