Founded in 1970, RPS is a leading global professional services firm of 5,000 consultants and service providers. Operating in 125 countries across six continents, we define, design, and manage projects that create shared value in a complex, urbanising, and resource-scarce world.
RPS is looking for a Senior Consultant (ESG) to join our leading Environmental team, responsible for developing effective environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies and solutions for our clients while helping develop new opportunities.
Who we're looking for
Experience in delivering consulting work across multiple areas, which may include specialisms in 2 or more of the following areas:
1. Climate change and Net Zero Carbon
2. Natural capital
3. Sustainability strategy and engagement
4. Responsible sourcing
5. Supply chain sustainability
6. Social - ethical labour and human rights issues
7. Environmental compliance
8. Producer responsibility
9. H&S and welfare
10. Governance systems
11. EHS management systems
12. Waste / water management
13. Biodiversity
Advising clients on climate action, carbon footprinting, NZC programmes, offsetting, and related activities, including TCFD reporting and SBTi setting.
Strong technical knowledge of current and imminent UK legislation in relation to environmental, social, and governance regulations, policy, guidance, procedures, and industry-specific operational regulations.
Knowledge and experience of applying environmental liability and sustainability principles across a wide range of sectors.
Strong commercial acumen with excellent written and oral communication skills.
Very good communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
Build, maintain, and consolidate strong working relationships with team, colleagues, clients, and external bodies.
Good financial and project management skills.
Actively add to the discussion at meetings.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
A positive approach to their own professional development.
A full understanding and belief in RPS’ Purpose, Promise, and Behaviour.
A strong knowledge of the technical discipline including the current methods, legislation, techniques, and guidance which directs the services we provide.
Degree (BSc / BEng) in a relevant subject preferably with a relevant Masters (MSc) or postgraduate qualification.
Subject to the role and business unit employed within, already be or be working towards Chartered membership of the relevant professional body in the chosen professional area (IEMA, IES).
What’s in it for you
We’re an accredited training provider – from entry level to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we support learning and development for everyone.
A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.
We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.
We understand the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we’re happy to talk about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you.
A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number; you’re part of the solution.
Our approach to Diversity and Inclusion
Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.
‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace:
‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’
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Created on 22/01/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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