A fast growing sustainability start-up in Leicester needs an enthusiastic graduate who's keen to learn on the job and help the business grow. Get hands on with all areas of a small company and use your skills to attract new business and improve ways of working.
BASIC SALARY: £28,000
BENEFITS: 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
LOCATION: Leicester
COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Enderby, Whetstone, Wigston, Oadby, Hinckley, Lutterworth, Earl Shilton, Glenfield, Barwell,
JOB DESCRIPTION: Sustainability, Consultant, Graduate
As a Sustainability Consultant, you will primarily be responsible for guiding businesses through their EcoVadis assessments. You will review existing policies and processes, create action plans, and help clients maximise their EcoVadis scores. As part of this work you will develop policies and reporting frameworks, provide training documents, implement process improvements to strengthen their ESG approach and complete their EcoVadis questionnaires to boost their ratings.
Additionally, you will be involved in further ESG related tasks such as CDP reporting, GHG calculations, and general sustainability strategy work as requested by our clients.
In our growing business environment, you will also take on a hands-on role across various areas, including managing website content, generating leads, and developing internal processes and systems for improved efficiency. Your contributions will help shape our operations and enhance our service offerings.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Sustainability, Consultant, Graduate
· Create Action Plans for Clients: Collaborate with clients to develop tailored action plans that align with their ESG objectives, ensuring maximum EcoVadis scores.
· Develop Template Training Presentations and Reports: Design standardised, user-friendly training presentations and report templates that can be customised to meet the specific needs of different clients.
· Complete EcoVadis questionnaires on behalf of clients.
· Manage Social Media Channels & Website: Oversee the company's social media accounts and website, ensuring they accurately reflect our commitment to sustainability, and regularly update them with new content.
· Lead Generation: Identify and pursue new business opportunities by researching potential clients and engaging with them through various communication channels.
· Proofread and Review Documents: Ensure that all client deliverables, internal reports, and training materials are well-written, accurate, and aligned with company standards before submission.
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Sustainability, Consultant, Graduate
· A degree in any subject.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Proficiency in creating professional documents using Microsoft Office.
· Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
· No previous sustainability experience or relevant sustainability qualifications are required as all training will be provided.
· Please be aware we can not support applicants who require a visa / sponsorship.
THE COMPANY:
We are a fast-growing Sustainability start-up, providing comprehensive Corporate Social Responsibility consultancy services to businesses in many industries across the globe. We specialise in supporting companies with their EcoVadis submissions, and also offer support in related areas such as B Corp, CDP, SASB reporting, and greenhouse gas calculations, as well as developing tailored sustainability strategies. Our aim is to guide organisations through the complexities of sustainability frameworks, driving positive environmental and social impact while enhancing their overall business performance.
PROSPECTS: Growth and internal development in a small growing organisation.
INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.
Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives.
Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.
REF: JAC18404, Wallace Hind Selection