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Associate Sustainability & Carbon Consultant

London, London, England, United Kingdom

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Associate Sustainability & Carbon Consultant to join our growing Carbon and Sustainability team. This is a senior position combining project delivery, technical leadership, people management and business development. You will play a critical leadership role in our London-based team, you will help shape our local presence, support the growth and development of our people, and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients.

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's leading design, engineering and project management consultancies, offering the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting infrastructure and sustainability challenges of our time. Our Carbon and Sustainability team consists of specialists working across sustainability strategy, ESG, whole life carbon, net zero advisory and sustainable infrastructure delivery. We work across major infrastructure, transportation, water, energy, government and industrial sectors, supporting clients to achieve their sustainability ambitions and transition towards a low-carbon, resilient and nature-positive future.

We are looking for a professional with strong technical expertise in one or more of our core service areas, commercial awareness, and a passion for developing people. You will be comfortable delivering complex projects, leading multidisciplinary teams, building trusted client relationships and winning work.

As a leader for our London team, we believe that visible leadership and regular face-to-face collaboration are important to building team culture, supporting colleagues and developing client relationships. We would therefore expect the successful candidate to have a strong London office presence, ideally around three days per week.

As part of our friendly, collaborative and supportive team, you will play a key role in growing our team's capability, mentoring colleagues and delivering meaningful work that helps clients reduce carbon, embed sustainability and create lasting environmental, social and economic value.

Your role

  • Lead and develop our London Carbon & Sustainability team, providing line management, mentorship and technical leadership.
  • Direct the successful delivery of sustainability and carbon projects for public and private sector clients.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, building strong relationships and identifying opportunities for growth.
  • Lead and support winning work activities, including bids, proposals and client engagement.
  • Provide technical expertise across sustainability, carbon and net zero advisory services.
  • Support the development of junior consultants and contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to deliver integrated and innovative solutions.
Environment & geoscience Sciences

Location

London, London, England, United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-159496

Salary range

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About you

  • Relevant years of experience in sustainability, carbon management, ESG or environmental consultancy.
  • Strong technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: sustainability strategy, sustainable infrastructure, ESG reporting, whole life carbon, carbon management or net zero transition planning.
  • Proven experience leading multidisciplinary projects and managing client relationships.
  • Experience managing and developing teams, with a supportive and people-focused leadership style.
  • Demonstrable track record of winning work and contributing to business growth.
  • Strong commercial awareness and excellent communication skills.
  • Educated to degree level in an environmental / engineering related discipline and will be chartered with a recognised relevant professional body.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

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