ESG Consultant / Project Manager

ESG Consultant / Project Manager

Posted 6 days ago by ITR Partners

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London Area, United Kingdom
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Management Milestones (Project Management) Project Management Stakeholder Management Sustainability Reporting

Summary: The ESG Consultant / Project Manager will lead the design and implementation of ESG strategies and frameworks for the UK operations of a global organization. This role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to align business practices with ESG expectations and regulatory requirements. The position is contract-based, outside IR35, and involves remote work with occasional travel to London. The initial duration of the contract is six months, starting in July 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver the ESG programme for the UK entity in alignment with global ESG objectives and local regulatory standards
  • Conduct current-state assessments of ESG maturity and identify gaps and opportunities
  • Define KPIs, reporting frameworks, and performance metrics aligned with ESG goals
  • Lead stakeholder workshops and drive engagement across all levels of the organisation
  • Support sustainability reporting and ensure compliance with evolving legislation (e.g. CSRD, TCFD, SECR)
  • Collaborate with internal teams (HR, Legal, Procurement, Facilities) to embed ESG principles into policies and operations
  • Work with external advisors and auditors where required to support ESG assurance
  • Track project timelines, milestones, and risks to ensure successful delivery.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience delivering ESG strategy or projects in large, complex organisations
  • Strong understanding of ESG regulatory frameworks (UK & global), standards and reporting tools (GRI, SASB, TCFD, CSRD)
  • Experience designing and implementing ESG policies, governance structures, and engagement strategies
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging senior leadership
  • Strong project management capability with a track record of delivering ESG or sustainability initiatives to deadline
  • Ability to analyse data and translate insight into strategic recommendations
  • Ideally experience in consulting, sustainability, or working across regulated industries.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Role: ESG Consultant / Project Manager

Location: Remote (with occasional travel to London)

Type: Contract (Outside IR35)

Duration: 6 months initially

Start Date: July 2025

Entity: UK arm of a leading global organisation

Overview: We are seeking an experienced ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) Consultant / Project Manager to lead the design and implementation of ESG strategy and frameworks across the UK operations of a global organisation. This role will play a critical part in aligning the business with emerging ESG expectations, regulatory requirements, and internal sustainability goals. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across Compliance, Legal, HR, Operations, and Procurement to embed ESG into both strategy and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver the ESG programme for the UK entity in alignment with global ESG objectives and local regulatory standards
  • Conduct current-state assessments of ESG maturity and identify gaps and opportunities
  • Define KPIs, reporting frameworks, and performance metrics aligned with ESG goals
  • Lead stakeholder workshops and drive engagement across all levels of the organisation
  • Support sustainability reporting and ensure compliance with evolving legislation (e.g. CSRD, TCFD, SECR)
  • Collaborate with internal teams (HR, Legal, Procurement, Facilities) to embed ESG principles into policies and operations
  • Work with external advisors and auditors where required to support ESG assurance
  • Track project timelines, milestones, and risks to ensure successful delivery.

Key Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience delivering ESG strategy or projects in large, complex organisations
  • Strong understanding of ESG regulatory frameworks (UK & global), standards and reporting tools (GRI, SASB, TCFD, CSRD)
  • Experience designing and implementing ESG policies, governance structures, and engagement strategies
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with confidence engaging senior leadership
  • Strong project management capability with a track record of delivering ESG or sustainability initiatives to deadline
  • Ability to analyse data and translate insight into strategic recommendations
  • Ideally experience in consulting, sustainability, or working across regulated industries.
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