Sustainability Consultant - Carbon Accounting & Net Zero (UK Client) - Remote
At D2B · Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
- Finance and legal
- Full-time
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- Posted
- 15 September 2026
- First seen by us
- 8 October 2026
- Last checked
- 3 hours ago
Job description
From D2B’s job post, as they wrote it.
Position: Sustainability Consultant
Salary: € 1400 - € 1600
Working Hours & Conditions: 9:00am – 5:30pm, UK time; full-time (remote)
Holidays: TBD
ROLE OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a Sustainability Consultant to lead on carbon footprint calculations, produce clear and accurate client-facing reports, and provide actionable recommendations to help firms reduce their environmental impact. This is a client-facing role requiring strong technical, analytical, and communication skills.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Collect, verify, and analyse client activity data (energy use, travel, waste, procurement, etc.) to calculate organisational carbon footprints (Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions)
* Apply recognised methodologies and standards (e.g. GHG Protocol, ISO 14064, SECR, PAS 2060) to ensure calculations are accurate and defensible
* Produce clear, well-structured carbon footprint reports suitable for client boards, investors, or regulatory submission
* Translate technical findings into practical, prioritised recommendations for emissions reduction tailored to each client's sector and operations
* Support clients with target-setting (e.g. Science Based Targets) and net zero roadmaps
* Stay current with UK and international sustainability regulations, reporting frameworks, and best practice
* Liaise directly with clients to gather data, present findings, and answer queries
* Manage multiple client projects concurrently, meeting agreed deadlines
* Contribute to internal tools, templates, and calculation methodologies to improve efficiency and consistency
Requirements
* Proven experience calculating carbon footprints using the GHG Protocol or equivalent methodology
* Strong Excel/data analysis skills; experience with carbon accounting software (e.g. SINAI, Watershed, Normative, or similar) advantageous
* Excellent written communication skills, with demonstrable experience producing professional reports
* Ability to translate complex technical data into clear recommendations for non-technical audiences
* Strong attention to detail and comfort working with large datasets
* Good working knowledge of UK sustainability regulation and reporting requirements (e.g. SECR, TCFD, CSRD if working with EU-linked clients)
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