I’m currently supporting a growing consultancy in their search for a Sustainability Consultant to help organisations turn their sustainability and ESG ambitions into practical, working solutions.

This is an interesting opportunity for someone who combines a strong background in sustainability/ESG consulting with an interest in data, processes and IT systems.

The role

You will work with sustainability teams, CFOs and finance teams to help organisations improve their sustainability management and ESG reporting.

Your responsibilities will include:

Advising clients on sustainability management and ESG reporting
Translating sustainability requirements such as CSRD, ESRS, SBTi, double materiality and value-chain data into practical solutions
Helping organisations improve the way sustainability data is collected, managed and reported
Working alongside specialists on ESG and integrated reporting solutions
Bridging the gap between sustainability requirements, business processes and IT systems
Supporting clients from initial strategy through to the implementation of a practical, auditable solution
Contributing to the continued development of the organisation's sustainability and ESG proposition
Identifying opportunities with both existing and new clients

What we're looking for

5+ years' experience in sustainability management, ESG or business consultancy
Strong knowledge of ESG legislation and reporting standards, particularly CSRD, ESRS and EU Taxonomy
An interest in or understanding of IT systems, data and business processes
The ability to turn complex sustainability challenges into clear, practical solutions
A pragmatic and commercially minded approach to consulting
Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English
Willingness to work at client sites across the Netherlands, with occasional travel within Northwest Europe

What's on offer

Package includes base salary, holiday allowance, mobility allowance and variable compensation
Hybrid working and flexible hours
Strong training and development opportunities
A high degree of autonomy and room to develop your own area of expertise
An entrepreneurial environment with limited hierarchy and bureaucracy
The opportunity to help shape and grow a sustainability/ESG consulting practice
Collaboration with experienced consultants across finance, technology and sustainability

If you're an experienced sustainability or ESG consultant looking for a role where you can combine sustainability expertise with technology, data and business transformation, I'd be happy to speak with you about the opportunity.

Sustainability (ESG) Consultant