Position: Senior Climate Risk & Strategy Lead

ABOUT US

Sustainable Advantage is a fast-growing sustainability consultancy helping organisations turn sustainability into measurable business value.

As part of a growing European group, with teams in the UK, France and Ireland, we bring together ESG advisory expertise with practical operational capability across utilities, procurement, infrastructure and waste management. We support over 500 clients and more than 15,000 client locations, manage and procure over £450m of utilities and waste across the group, and are trusted by 30+ Private Equity houses as their ESG advisor.

We do more than set strategy and direction. We work pragmatically and directly with clients to move from plan to delivery - helping them prioritise the right actions, manage ESG risks, meet regulatory and investor expectations, track performance and evidence progress.

For ambitious sustainability professionals, this is an opportunity to join a commercially focused consultancy where your work helps clients turn sustainability ambition into proven action - driving decarbonisation progress, revenue growth and measurable outcomes.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

TITLE:       Senior Climate Risk & Strategy Lead

REPORTS TO:    Head of Climate Risk & Decarbonisation

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

This pivotal role aims to guide mid to large companies in the UK and EU through the complexities of climate and environmental regulatory and investor disclosures requirements, with the opportunity to provide occasional support in sell-side and buy-side due diligence projects. We seek a Senior Lead adept in financial modelling, climate risk reporting, and sustainability strategy.

ROLE OVERVIEW

You will drive the strategic development and operational execution of climate-related financial and risk reporting. This includes leading the integration of physical climate risk assessments and transition strategies into client business practices.

With a strong foundation in financial accounting, audit, or sustainability consultancy, you must possess working knowledge in financial modelling, P&L, balance sheets, and forecasting, with a focus on developing climate sensitivity and scenario modelling.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Climate Risk Leadership: Establish and direct a team focusing on comprehensive climate risk reporting and financial modelling. This will include the delivery of technical sustainability disclosures (CFD/TCFD) and build future development of IFRS S2 aligned reporting based on initial engagements with clients (including UK SRS but also other global alignment to IFRS). In addition, you would contribute to, and author thought leadership pieces for distribution to our clients or publication on our social media.

Strategic Client Advisory: Act as a senior advisor to help clients navigate the risks and opportunities posed by climate change and the transition to a low-carbon economy. This involves leveraging your expertise in financial modelling and scenario analysis to provide robust risk assessments.

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting: Take the lead in managing and delivering CFD/TCFD disclosures, eventually broadening to include ISSB IFRS reporting, with focus on moving from qualitative to quantitative financial modelling. Utilise your deep understanding of climate financial modelling to ensure clients’ strategic compliance with evolving regulations.

Emissions Reporting and Transition Planning: Support project teams with carbon accounting delivery activities, providing expert guidance on emissions reduction strategies and contributing to the development of transition plans.

Risk Assessment and Due Diligence: Perform due diligence for private equity clients, assessing both transition and physical climate risks to businesses and their supply chains, and provide strategic recommendations.

Educational Workshops and Training: Facilitate dynamic sessions with company boards to deepen their understanding of climate-related financial risks and opportunities, thereby enhancing strategic decision-making.

Sustainability Integration: Counsel clients on embedding sustainable and climate-focused practices within their risk management frameworks and overall business strategies.

Project and Team Management: Oversee the delivery of multiple client projects, ensuring they meet profitability and quality standards. Lead the recruitment, training, and development of team members, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement though both general team leadership and direct line management.

Proposal Development and Upselling: Lead the development of detailed proposals for new projects and actively engage in upselling additional services to existing clients, enhancing client engagement and revenue generation.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

EXPERIENCE

At least 4-5+ years in a consultancy role focusing on climate strategies, risk analysis and management, or a closely related field. A strong track record in financial analysis and climate-related disclosures is essential.

EDUCATION

Advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in Economics, Climate Science, Sustainable Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications related to ESG or Climate Risk would enhance your application.

SKILLS

Exceptional financial modelling capabilities, adept at handling large datasets, and proficiency in using advanced Excel for financial projections and climate scenario analysis. You should also have a solid understanding of risk management and the ability to integrate climate considerations into business strategies effectively.

PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES

Highly analytical, with a capability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Strong leadership and communication skills are crucial, as is the ability to manage senior client relationships and develop strategic solutions.

LOCATION

The position is based in London, UK, with a flexible hybrid working arrangement. Presence in the office is expected at least three days per week to foster team collaboration and client engagement.

PACKAGE

The salary range on offer is £60-67,000 dependant on relevant skills and experience. The package also includes private medical insurance, pension, life assurance based on 3x annual salary and a cycle to work scheme (benefits subject to eligibility criteria).

Construction Manager – 275kV NZT OSBL Cable project

Job description:

The Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project is a major infrastructure initiative aimed at delivering a fully integrated, large-scale Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) system in the Teesside region. A critical component of the project is the provision of a high-voltage electrical connection to the National Grid (NG) 275kV system, enabling power export from the proposed generation facility.

This connection will be achieved via a new underground 275kV cable system, approximately 1.5 km in length, providing a 935 MVA transmission capacity. The cable route will run from the proposed 275kV Coatham Substation (COAM) to the new 275kV Dormanstown Substation (DOWN), which is located adjacent to the existing NG Tod Point Substation.

To deliver this work, BP has appointed Costain as the main contractor responsible for the design and construction of the 275kV cable system. Emico Ltd, acting as a subcontractor to Costain, has been engaged to carry out the detailed design and supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of the cable system.

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to support the delivery of 275kV EHV cable project for Emico.

The role will be focused on the management, coordination and safe delivery of the underground cable installation works, including cable pulling, jointing, testing support, subcontractor coordination and associated construction documentation.

The Construction Manager must have demonstrable experience in EHV underground cable projects, preferably including both 275kV and 400kV cable systems. Previous experience managing cable pulling subcontractors and EHV jointing teams is essential. The civil works are not within our direct scope; therefore, management of civil construction teams is not a primary requirement. However, the Construction Manager will be expected to interface effectively with civil contractors, site representatives and other project stakeholders to ensure access, readiness, handovers and construction interfaces are properly managed.

The role will initially allow for remote working prior to mobilisation, supporting planning, documentation review, subcontractor coordination and construction readiness activities. From September 2026, the Construction Manager will be required to be based on site in Teesside and remain site-based through to mechanical completion, currently anticipated in August 2027. The project location will be within the Teesside area, including Middlesbrough / Stockton-on-Tees and surrounding project work fronts.

The Construction Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of construction activities within the cable installation scope. This will include running the daytime site teams, coordinating direct labour and subcontractors, managing daily progress, ensuring works are completed safely and in accordance with approved procedures, and reporting progress, risks, issues and resource requirements back to the project management team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the execution of 275kV cable installation activities, including cable drum handling interfaces, cable pulling, jointing support, testing readiness and mechanical completion activities.
• Supervising and coordinating cable pulling subcontractors, jointing teams and associated specialist suppliers.
• Ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with approved RAMS, ITPs, construction plans, quality procedures and project specifications.
• Supporting the preparation, review and implementation of construction documentation, including Inspection and Test Plans, Risk Assessments and Method Statements, construction execution plans, lift plans, permits, work packs and site instructions.
• Coordinating site readiness, access, logistics, temporary works interfaces, cable route readiness and handover requirements with the wider project team.
• Monitoring site progress against the construction programme and identifying any delays, constraints or additional resource requirements.
• Ensuring quality records, inspection records, hold points and construction evidence are completed and maintained in line with project document control and handover requirements, including MDR / document status obligations where applicable.
• Leading daily coordination with supervisors, subcontractors and site teams, including toolbox talks, briefings, progress meetings and look-ahead planning.
• Maintaining a strong safety culture and ensuring all site activities are carried out in compliance with HSE requirements, permits and approved working methods.
• Reporting regularly to the Project Manager / Construction Lead on progress, safety performance, quality issues, risks, changes and upcoming activities.

The successful candidate should be confident working in a regulated project environment and able to manage multiple interfaces between the client, main contractor, cable subcontractors, jointing teams, logistics providers and quality representatives. Strong communication, planning and leadership skills are essential, together with the ability to drive safe delivery while maintaining programme and quality requirements.

The normal working pattern will be Monday to Friday, aligned with project site working hours. Additional attendance may be required by exception during critical activities, subject to project requirements.

The anticipated day rate is expected to be in the region of £400–£500 per day, depending on experience, competence and suitability for the role.

Job Title: Principal Consultant – Decarbonisation & Transition Planning

Location : London – Hybrid

Salary & Package

• £65 000 – £78 000 (Depending on experience)
• Private medical insurance
• Pension & life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Hybrid working

About the Role

Our client is hiring for an experienced Consultant to lead decarbonisation and transition planning projects for corporates, Private Equity-backed businesses and mid-market organisations across the UK and Europe.

This is a senior client-facing role focused on turning net zero ambitions into practical, costed and deliverable implementation plans across estates, fleet, operations, energy and supply chains.

You will also support wider climate and sustainability advisory projects, including Scope 3 reduction planning, IFRS S2 readiness and climate risk.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead decarbonisation and transition planning engagements
• Identify and assess key decarbonisation levers, including energy efficiency, heating and cooling, controls, lighting, renewable energy. fleet electrification, retrofit, supplier engagement and operational change.
• Develop practical carbon reduction roadmaps and investment cases
• Assess energy, operational and supply chain decarbonisation opportunities
• Build ROI, CapEx and payback models to support investment decisions
• Present board-level recommendations to senior stakeholders
• Support business development, proposals and client growth
• Mentor junior consultants and support team capability development

Requirements

• 8+ years’ experience in sustainability, energy, engineering or decarbonisation consulting
• Strong financial modelling and commercial advisory skills
• Combination of Decarbonisation expertise and Commercial Leadership
• Carbon reduction delivery.
• Significant experience in decarbonisation, built environment, engineering, sustainability consulting.
• Support clients across different ownership structures by linking decarbonisation to operational efficiency and value creation.
• Ability to turn financial and technical analysis into clear business cases that support investment decisions and senior stakeholder buy-in.
• Experience delivering practical carbon reduction programmes
• Experience of coordinating engineers, contractors, surveyors, technology providers or implementation partners.
• Strong understanding of Scope 1, 2 and Scope 3 emissions
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience within Private Equity, investor advisory or built environment decarbonisation is advantageous