Senior Consultant - GHG Accounting

Job Title
Senior Consultant - GHG Accounting

Vacancy No
VN4284

Employment Type
Permanent

Contract Type
Full-Time

Advert

SLR is a global leader in end-to-end sustainability solutions, providing clients with strategic advice and on-the-ground support. We are looking for an established Environmental Consultant with demonstrable commercial or consultancy-based experience in the assessment of greenhouse gas emissions calculation and reporting, compliance, target setting, and the development of Net Zero Carbon strategies to work alongside our experienced team of consultants, supporting the delivery of high-quality project outputs to our established client base.

The role

Working with the Carbon and Energy Management team, part of SLR's Corporate Sustainability service line, you will support the team in delivering best-in-class projects in greenhouse gas accounting and related services across our established client base in industrial, commercial, and public sectors. The team is based in Manchester, though we will consider alternative locations including London, Edinburgh, and Bristol or hybrid working for the right candidates.

Examples of projects that you would be expected to help deliver might include:

• Greenhouse gas calculations and reporting of Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions in accordance with the methodologies of the GHG Protocol
• Calculations and reporting to support our client in accordance with Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) guidelines
• Supporting clients in the preparation of submissions to the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)
• Development of Net Zero Carbon strategies
• Development of corporate sustainability/ESG strategies
• Supporting clients in the development of targets in accordance with the methodology set out by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

About SLR

SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 3400 staff across 6 regions - including over 1000 staff across Europe. SLR's 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development.

Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a company pension and healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover, and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 days' annual leave, SLR offers agile working which allows staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family-friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life.

About you

If you think this could be the right role for you, we would love to hear from you. We envisage that you will be able to demonstrate:

• Qualified to degree-level or higher, within a relevant environmental science-based subject
• Proven experience in a consultancy role or as an in-house Sustainability Manager, or similar
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative as well as working effectively as part of a team
• Track record in managing multiple complex projects, including client management, quality assurance, and project administration
• Effective communication skills with the ability to manage client relationships
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Whilst not essential, it would be great if you also have:

• Exposure to business development, including client management, proposal, and bid writing
• Full driving licence

We are ideally looking for a consultant to be located in SLR's Manchester office, although other locations will be considered, for example, London, Bristol, or Edinburgh. Hybrid working will also be considered.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional DE&I Committees, Global Council, and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of their background, can thrive.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently underrepresented at SLR, such as: LGBTQ+ people, ethnic minority groups, women, and individuals with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Country
United Kingdom

Office
Bristol; London; Manchester