Sustainability Consultant - London, United Kingdom - Bureau Veritas

Bureau Veritas

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Bureau Veritas is a

global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC), delivering high quality services to help clients meet the growing challenges of quality, safety, environmental protection and social responsibility. Since 1828 we offer innovative solutions that go beyond simple

compliance with regulations and standards, reducing risk, improving performance and promoting sustainable development.

Our core values include

integrity and

ethics,

impartiality, customer focus and

safety at work and are Top Employer for the seventh consecutive year.

Role:
Sustainability Consultant

Location:
Whitechapel, London (E1)

Salary:
Competitive plus excellent benefits package

REACH NEW HEIGHTS WITH A GLOBAL LEADER

Ready for your next challenge? We're looking for an ambitious and experienced Sustainability Consultant with the skills, experience and personal attributes needed to make a difference in a global leading, €100M turnover business.

Working with the Assurance team, the key focus of this role is to contribute to the delivery of a range of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Assurance projects as well as supporting the development and growth of the business, staying alert to client requirements and business opportunities.

GREAT WITH PEOPLE

This unique role offers the chance to join an influential team within a truly global leading organisation, working with some of the world's biggest brands.

All backed by a competitive salary, excellent benefits package and structured development programme from an award-winning employer.

Responsibilities will include:

Undertake a variety of quantitative and qualitative verification tasks through knowledge of sustainability standards including GRI Guidelines, AA1000 series, ISAE3000 series amongst others
Conduct verification and assurance activities as part of the delivery of client projects
Make decisions about day to day tasks, suggest ideas to more senior team members regarding priorities, clients and team
Provide first point of contact for smaller clients or projects. Be confident in client interaction; may run client meetings
Manage personal resources and time, including personal utilisation
Support and undertake site visits to client sites and offices
Ensure the quality of delivered assignments through following company protocols and set standards
Keep up to date with current developments within sustainability
Ensure a safe, environmentally conscious and high quality culture
Membership of a professional body (e.g. IEMA)
Experience with one (or more) of the following sustainability standards/guidelines: GRI Guidelines, AA1000 series, UN Global Compact, CDP Climate Change
Knowledge and interest in a range of sustainability issues, including materiality assessments and supply chain issues (preferable)
Strong analytical and processing skills
Excellent research skills and meticulous attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills
Good report writing skills
Flexible approach and a team player
Strong English language skills (spoken and written)

JOIN AN INDUSTRY LEADER

Only Bureau Veritas can offer:

Structured development programmes to help you fulfil your potential, including face to face and elearning programmes
The opportunity to deliver excellence for high profile clients, including some of the world's most recognised brands
A long list of awards recognition including Top Employer seven years in a row and continued success in the RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards

Plus:

Comprehensive financial package including competitive salary and allowances, defined contribution pension, 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, various insurances including Private Health Insurance and other flexible benefits to suit individual requirements

Please be aware that all roles within Bureau Veritas UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check.

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer.

No job applicant or employee shall receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, colour, race, ethnic origin, religion, disability or age.

Bureau Veritas operates a strict Code of Ethics that ensures the proper conduct of our day-to-day business.