Our client is building talent pool of sustainability experts (i.e. climate, solar, wind, sustainability prod design, sustainability strategy, etc.) These SMEs are expected to contribute 10-15 hours per week.
Work you’ll do
The client is building a community of Contractors to support their clients in transforming their work, workforce and workplace in ways that lead to adaptability, a leading edge on competition, and greater return on total workforce investment. We are seeking capabilities in our Sustainability, Climate & Equity (Sustainability) Strategic Growth Offering across the following key areas:
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Sustainability: Advise clients on the future of work for their industry and bring perspectives around the workforce changes required as a result of changes to work; facilitate and manage client conversations around the future of the workforce; build materials in Microsoft Office to create strategies, Operating Models, processes, and technology recommendations around the future of the workforce.
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Climate: Advise clients on their Performance and Talent Management strategies; facilitate and manage client conversations around Performance and Talent Management leading practices and client needs; build materials in Microsoft Office to create strategies, Operating Models, processes, and technology recommendations around Performance and Talent Management
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Sustainability-focused systems and technology: Demonstrated expertise in sustainability-driven implementation and optimization of one of the following areas: SAP, Oracle’s Sustainability Packages, Digital Twins and Simulation, Asset Management and Optimization, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Industrial Technologies, Sustainable Product Design, Clean Building & Construction.
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Natural Assets: Act as a subject matter expert in one of the following areas: Natural Resource Management, Water Resources, Biodiversity, Conservation.
Work you’ll do
As a Sustainability Strategic Growth Offering Contractor, you will use your expertise in relevant Sustainability-focused fields to help advance and seek projects across our offering portfolios and industries as needed.
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Provide subject matter expertise in sustainability to project teams and clients across a variety of industries
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Develop and implement sustainability strategies and initiatives to meet project team or client needs
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Conduct research and analysis on sustainability topics and provide insights and recommendations to project teams or clients
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Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in sustainability
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Work collaboratively with project teams and clients to achieve sustainability goals
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Provide guidance on sustainability reporting and disclosure
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Support the development of proposals and client presentations related to sustainability
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Be available to work on short-term or long-term projects as needed, depending on your availability and the needs of the business
Qualifications
Required:
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Senior to mid-senior level candidates with deep subject matter expertise in relevant sustainability topics
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At least 7 years of experience in sustainability or a related field
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In-depth knowledge of sustainability frameworks, standards, and reporting requirements
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Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing sustainability strategies and initiatives
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Strong analytical skills and the ability to conduct research and provide insights and recommendations
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clients and project teams
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Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
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Willingness to be part of a talent pool of contractors and work on short-term or long-term projects as needed
Preferred:
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10+ years of experience in sustainability or a related field (Listed below)
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Previous consulting experience, preferably within a Big 4 firm or any firm with similar size and scope of clients
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Strong client presence with project management, presentation, and facilitation skills
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Ability to succeed in team-based or independent environments
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Well-organized with the ability to handle several projects/clients simultaneously
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Strong oral and written communication skills
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Ability to create and manage client relationships and develop business
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Dedicated work ethic with a commitment to client service excellence
