Graduate Sustainability Consultant – Digital & Standards
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Kickstart Your Career in Sustainability with BRE’s Graduate Programme
Are you passionate about shaping a more sustainable built environment? Ready to join an organisation leading the way in creating safe, high‑performing buildings? BRE’s Graduate Programme offers two exciting opportunities for graduates who want to make a real impact from day one.
Graduate BREEAM/Sustainability Consultant
Step into a role at the heart of one of BRE’s major digital transformation projects. You’ll support the migration of the BREEAM digital platform back in-house, gaining hands‑on experience with both sustainability content and digital systems.
On day one you will:
* Build an understanding of the current BREEAM platform and how it operates
* Help configure BREEAM content within a new internal environment
* Support testing, documentation, and workflow improvements
* Work closely with digital and technical teams to ensure a smooth transition
* Engage with user feedback to help shape an improved platform
This role blends environmental knowledge with digital curiosity, giving you a unique mix of technical and sustainability experience.
BREEAM Specification Graduate
Join the team responsible for shaping and refining BREEAM standards used across the built environment.
On day one you will:
* Review evidence and analyse benchmarks
* Draft, edit, and update BREEAM scheme content
* Support the coordination of technical changes and improvements
* Gather and interpret customer feedback to strengthen future scheme development
This role sits at the intersection of technical detail and clear communication—perfect for analytical thinkers with an eye for accuracy.
Why Join BRE’s Graduate Programme?
BRE’s Graduate Programme is an 18‑month fast‑track development journey designed to launch your career in the built environment. From day one, you’ll step into a permanent role within a specialist team while gaining exposure across the business.
You’ll Benefit From:
* Structured learning and tailored workshops
* Monthly group coaching
* Mentoring from senior leaders
* A £1,000 professional development fund
* Skills development in project management, stakeholder engagement, innovation, leadership, and more
* Professional membership included
* A permanent role at the end of the programme
Salary & Progression
* £30,000 starting salary
* £32,000 after 12 months
* £34,000 after successful completion at 18 months
Who We’re Looking For
* Are passionate about sustainability, the built environment or digital transformation
* Enjoy analytical, detailed work
* Have strong communication skills
* Want to work collaboratively in a mission‑driven organisation
* Are eager to learn, grow and contribute to positive change
BRE Benefits
At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well‑being, and career development.
Financial & Security Benefits
* Pension scheme – 5% employer‑matched contribution
* Life assurance – 4x your basic salary
* Enhanced maternity package
Health & Wellbeing
* HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
* Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at‑cost EV charging points
Career Development
* Learning & development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform
* Professional membership reimbursement
Work Location Options
Fully Remote with occasional travel to our Watford office.
Our Recruitment Process
Closing date – 8th December
Candidate Review – Week commencing 9th December
Our specialist hiring team will review all applications and shortlist candidates. We’ll then update you on the outcome of your application.
Interviews – 15th–19th December
If shortlisted, we will invite you to a virtual or in‑person interview.
Proposed start date – 28th January
Note to Employment Agencies
At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means.
Equal Opportunities Statement
BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Our Vision
BRE contributes to a thriving and sustainable world by developing science‑led solutions to built environment challenges. Our vision is to be the world‑leading innovation, science, and data hub for the built environment. We’re ambitious in terms of quality and global scope. We want governments and commercial markets to recognise us and demand our services, products and solutions. We want to be world‑class, innovative, science‑led and provide solutions.
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