Closing on the 1st July. Last applications must be made by 08:00 7th July.
Applicant must have the right to work in the UK. - Though this is a remote role, we require you to be UK based.
Application Process
● Stage One - Application: Please send a CV and covering letter to: info@mycarbon.co.uk
○ Please use the email subject heading of: “[Your Name]: Carbon Consultant Application”
○ Within your covering letter we want to know who you are beyond your CV: why you want to work for MyCarbon and what makes you an ideal candidate. (Max of 250 words)
○ Alongside your CV and cover letter, please fill in the short google form (12 questions, a mix of short and long answer, estimated time 20 minutes) https://forms.gle/q5ePiXMSgZ5L1xRN6
● Stage Two - Initial Quickfire Chat: Successful applicants will then be invited to a short 15 minute interview to shortlist for the final round. This 15 minute interview will be a short introduction for both parties. If selected for the formal interview, you'll be asked to conduct an excel calculation task based on example client data. The time limit on this task is two hours.
● Stage Three - Formal Interview: Successful applicants will be invited to a 1 hour interview for a much deeper discussion.
● Stage Four - Selection: The successful candidate will be selected following the final interview.
About the role
Estimated Start Date: Summer 2025
We are looking for a Carbon Consultant to join our team in delivering high-standard Net Zero strategy services. You’ll be joining a team of passionate consultants supporting three business directors in making a truly positive impact on the world.
We will provide you training in all relevant standards to ensure that you feel confident delivering the best of what MyCarbon has to offer – and supporting you to become a leader in this high growth industry.
A STEM background is essential for this role. No prior experience of carbon accounting or developing emission reduction strategies required.
Core Responsibilities (approx. 67% of workload)
● GHG quantification and reporting (corporate and product specific)
● Life cycle analysis and reporting
● Development of emission reduction strategies
● Researching emission factors and latest guidance on sustainability best practices
● Client calls - introductions, project scoping, project delivery
Secondary responsibilities (approx. 33% of workload)
● Business development
● Internal process control - data control, CRM management, internal dashboard management
● Building networks (LinkedIn and email/CRM)
Key Performance Indicators
● Successful delivery of GHG / LCA / emission reduction reports
● Improving and building upon our emission factor database
● Improving client satisfaction
● Increase in projects delivered by MyCarbon
● Increase in conversion of new business
● Improvement to MyCarbon internal processes
About You
For this role, MyCarbon values character as much as skill. You should be a highly motivated individual with a passion for sustainability and the desire to grow a business. This is a role for an individual who wishes to grow with us, join our family long term, and be part of something great!
Required Characteristics
● Possesses a startup/entrepreneurial mentality (i.e. driven, professional and willing to get stuck into all areas of the whole business)
● Ambitious and has a passion for climate action
● Excellent organisational skills, proactive, and has a high attention to detail
● Quick learner/able to adapt quickly
● Dedicated and loyal
● Playfully Pragmatic
Required Skills
A STEM background is essential for this role
● Advanced Excell skills:
○ Ability to process large data sets
○ Pivot tables
○ IF/AND/OR functions, vlookups, other tips and tricks
○ Advanced filtering
● Exceptional written communication skills - ideally familiar with writing to a scientific structure
● Confident verbal communication skills - able to engage with clients at an executive level
● Effective desk-based research and data aggregation/collation
● Ability to work within a fast-paced learning environment
Benefits
● Annual salary between £27.5k - £32.5k (depending on experience)
○ Based on working 40 hours per week
○ Reviewed every 6 months
● Performance based bonuses
● Four weeks annual leave + bank holidays
● Sickness / maternity leave
● Pension
● Flexible working hours (08:45 morning huddles to start each day)
● Work laptop etc.
● Direct client engagement with FTSE100 organisations
● Working with world leading sustainable companies
● High focus on professional and personal development
● Sustainability and business development professional training
About MyCarbon
MyCarbon is a growing Carbon Consultancy that delivers Net Zero strategy services. Our mission is to produce the largest positive environmental impact possible for every hour we spend working with our clients. We work with clients who share our view on the seriousness of the challenges we are facing due to climate change, and who are committed to invested action on their journey to Net Zero.
Specialising in the calculation, reduction, and offsetting of carbon footprints, we work across all industries to help SME’s and large corporations mitigate their climate impact. Our approach draws on the scientific and engineering expertise of our team to create pragmatic and actionable plans for our clients’ unique needs.
A standard week at MyCarbon involves tackling new challenges, both for our clients and within our growing business. We believe that every task should involve effective project management, strategic planning, and clear communication to ensure a successful outcome and (importantly) a healthy work-life balance.
We are searching for a full-time employee to join us on our climate action journey! We want someone who is driven to make a difference - both at MyCarbon and in the wider world.