Senior Net Zero Consultant

Job DescriptionWe are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond…About The OpportunityWe are looking for candidates from an environmental background with a passion and experience in carbon quantification and management. Joining the team at this critical time for climate action presents a great opportunity to influence the national agenda, shape best practice decarbonisation approaches and play a meaningful role on the pathway to Net Zero.To find out more about our Sustainability Advisory business by clicking on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP:Sustainability Advisory | WSP ResponsibilitiesAdvising and influencing stakeholders/decision makers for clients such as IKEA and National HighwaysUnderstanding and communicating carbon policies to clients, in support of them developing their own net zero roadmaps and strategies in line with SBTi.Leading senior stakeholder engagement workshops internally and externallyRepresenting WSP at industry and online events, and in thought-leadership.Advising clients (local, regional, national and international) on how to decarbonise in line with carbon budgets and Net ZeroInnovating, championing best practice and further developing WSP’s decarbonisation services, tools and methodologiesTraining and upskilling staff to build a ‘carbon conscious culture’Liaising with multi-discipline teams, including Design and Natural Capital teamsManaging and contributing to large and complex proposals.YOUR TEAMYou’ll be part of a dynamic and growing team that:Prepares the groundwork for organisations to be able to pursue meaningful and purpose-led strategies, including setting targets (e.g. science-based, and net zero road maps and strategies)Liaises with multiple technical teams, including design teams, engineers and ecologistsHas great opportunities for learning, development, and progressionQualificationsHave demonstrable experience in a professional business environment, for instance in consultancy or other relevant organisation;Have a strong background in leading carbon/net zero projects for a variety of client typesEnjoy interacting with clients at senior manager and executive levels;Have experience of delivering projects, developing strategies and implementing change in the carbon areas described above;Possess deep applied knowledge of UK and international legislation, policy and guidance in the net zero sectorHold relevant degree (preferably at Masters’ level)Are fully competent in conducting numerical analyses in Excel, using carbon software and digital platforms, apps and the production of concise, impactful written/presentation outputs to communicate to clients.Strong knowledge of GHG accounting principlesWork well with a wide range of people on a global basisJob Info Job Identification
57263
Locations
1 Queen Street, Bristol, BS2 0HQ, GB
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