Contract Type: Full time, 12 month fixed term, with potential to extend. Start Date: Immediate, depending on availability.
Hours: 40 hour working week. (Some weekends may be required for client events).
Wells, Somerset / hybrid with two days per week in the office.
We’re looking for a forward-thinking Principal Sustainability Consultant to help shape and scale our impact with clients and to help drive new business at a pivotal time. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and leading high-impact projects from pitch to delivery.
Experienced sustainability consultant in a senior role, with hands-on expertise in at least one of these sectors: music, events, entertainment, culture or sport.
A confident communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Passionate about sustainability and making a tangible impact.
A natural mentor who enjoys supporting and helping develop other team members.
5+ years of experience in environmental sustainability or related consultancy roles and at least three (3) years experience in a senior leadership role.
~ A strong understanding of sustainability and ESG principles, frameworks, reporting structures and standards (e.g. Business development and commercial awareness.
~ A track record of successfully winning new work – whether through proactive outreach, pitching, or nurturing existing client relationships.
~ Confidence in leading conversations that convert into commercial opportunities.
~ A willingness to learn and adapt: eager to develop knowledge through qualifications, training, and collaboration with colleagues.
Analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills are critical, we encourage applicants to highlight how they have applied these in their work.
Excel or Google Sheets); experience with data visualisation tools are a bonus.
Familiarity with project management and lite CRM platforms (we use Scoro).
Actively engaged with sustainability and/or entertainment industry groups, and awareness of evolving standards and best practices.
Direct line management of at least one team member, including regular check-ins and bi-annual 360° performance reviews.
Provide support and high-level input to the business with updates shared in bi-monthly management meetings and team calls.
Project Management
Oversee multiple projects end to end, ensuring balanced resource management and timelines to minimise capacity issues.
Use Project Management and time tracking tools (Scoro) to schedule work, assign tasks, and ensure delivery within timelines and budgets.
Balance own workload with team support to meet deadlines and evolving project requirements.
Manage expectations, facilitate workshops, and ensure consistent communication across diverse stakeholder groups.
Identify and scope, out-of-contract opportunities and agree associated fees where necessary.
Ensure high quality outputs that encourage client retention and continued engagement.
Work alongside senior leadership to identify and develop new service lines, resources and growth opportunities, in line with the company’s strategy and goals.
Represent the company at various events, forums, and industry working groups.
Maintain knowledge of evolving legislation, trends, and best practices through self-study and networking.
Elevate the company’s profile in sustainability and the creative & entertainment sectors.
Marketing & Communications
Input into branding and marketing materials such as the website, newsletters, and social media content.
Share thought leadership content via LinkedIn and relevant channels.
32 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays) plus additional office closure days and birthday leave.
~ Flexible hybrid working available.
~ Employee Assistance Programme.
~ Life Insurance.
~ Statutory pension contributions (with option to increase your contributions).
~ Company laptop and hybrid working set up provided.
~ Training, qualifications and development opportunities.
~ Cycle to work scheme.
~ Opportunities to be involved with internal, project and industry activities and events.
~ Access to free concert and festival tickets (varies annually).
~ Inclusion & Accessibility
Hope Solutions is a real living wage and equal opportunities employer, providing a workplace environment free from any form of discrimination, including, but not limited to all protected characteristics of The Equality Act 2010.