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We have an exciting opportunity for a senior, strategic ESG leader to build and shape a new business stream, working with a diverse portfolio of clients across sectors. You’ll design and deliver a compelling ESG proposition, embed it with multiple client organisations, and influence at Board level. You will ideally bring an established client following that will help accelerate long‑term growth. You’ll be trusted to define the vision, advise on implementation end‑to‑end, and translate ESG strategy into meaningful, measurable outcomes — from framework design and governance through to reporting, assurance, and Board‑level engagement — tailored to the needs of each client. If you’re an experienced ESG professional with credibility, commercial instinct, and the drive to build a market‑leading, multi‑client offering, this is your chance to really make a difference. We are flexible on location for this role, however some travel to London would be required.
Job Responsibility:
Advise clients on environmental and sustainability‑related legal and regulatory requirements, including mandatory climate reporting frameworks (e.g., SECR, TCFD), biodiversity and nature‑related expectations, and other environmental compliance matters
Conduct sustainability assessments, gap analyses, and materiality reviews to help organisations understand current performance and future environmental risks
Support clients with data collection and sustainability reporting for annual reports, impact reports, and stakeholder disclosures
Support clients in engaging with ESG and sustainability rating agencies (e.g., MSCI, Sustainalytics), FTSE4Good, and other benchmark providers, including preparing submissions, improving scoring outcomes, and interpreting methodology requirements
Deliver tailored training, workshops, and board‑level briefings on environmental sustainability and climate‑related responsibilities
Help clients design and strengthen their social value strategies, including community engagement, charitable partnerships, charitable foundations, volunteering frameworks, and social impact measurement
Advise clients on responsible procurement, ethical sourcing, and social impact requirements within public and private sector tenders
Support the development of policies and programmes relating to employee wellbeing, social mobility, community investment, and charitable giving
Produce social impact narrative content and case studies to support client reporting and stakeholder communications
Work closely with partners across corporate, employment, real estate, and public sector teams to identify cross‑referral opportunities and embed sustainability considerations in legal advice
Contribute to pitches, proposals, and client development meetings using sustainability expertise to enhance value
Help develop new sustainability service lines and advisory products aligned with emerging client needs
Produce thought leadership on environmental trends, upcoming sustainability regulation, and best practice in social impact
Represent the firm at events, conferences, and industry forums to build the profile of our sustainability advisory offering
Requirements:
Experience in sustainability consulting, environmental management, social impact advisory, or a related discipline
Strong understanding of UK sustainability regulation, carbon reporting, and environmental compliance expectations
Experience developing environmental strategies, climate action plans, and/or social impact programmes for organisations
Ability to work confidently with senior stakeholders and deliver clear, practical advice
Strong communication skills, including presenting and facilitating training
Nice to have:
Degree in environmental science, sustainability, social impact, business, law, or related fields
Professional accreditation (e.g., SCR, IEMA, GRI, carbon accounting certification)
Experience working with or alongside legal teams or professional services