Junior Sustainability Consultant

Junior Sustainability Consultant | Adelie

About the Role:

We're looking for a Junior Sustainability Consultant to join our team and support the delivery of high-quality sustainability advisory work for our clients. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their sustainability or consulting career to build technical expertise, work directly with clients, and develop into a more senior consulting role over time.

You'll work closely with senior colleagues, supporting client projects across standards & certifications (e.g. B Corp, EcoVadis, ISO), climate risk & net zero and sustainability reporting, while developing your own skills in client management and technical delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the team with client projects, including research, data collection, and analysis
• Deliver support to companies looking to certify on the new B Corp standards, helping them get started on their B Corp journey
• Help prepare client deliverables such as reports, presentations, and recommendations, under the guidance of senior consultants
• Assist with day-to-day project coordination, including tracking timelines and actions
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders as needed, escalating appropriately to senior team members
• Contribute to internal projects and process improvements as the team grows
• Support the organisation with marketing and growth of our online channels (e.g. LinkedIn, newsletters)

What You’ll Bring:

• Excellent analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to understand the needs of different stakeholders
• Ability to learn quickly; including technical knowledge, processes and platforms
• Ability to communicate complex information effectively
• Use of your initiative and proactiveness to navigate challenges and get things done
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently, in a fast-paced environment
• A passion for sustainability
• A degree in Environmental Sciences, Geography, Economics, Business, or a related field
• Fluency in English is essential

Desirable Skills (not essential):

• Knowledge of B Corp certification
• Experience using Salesforce or similar CRMs
• 2+ years of experience working in the sustainability or consulting industry
• A second language is desirable

Why Join Us:

We are a small but growing team and actively support you in your career development. It’s a fantastic opportunity to shape your own path, contribute meaningfully to a growing consultancy, and help organisations lead the transition to a more sustainable future.

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our aim is to build a team that represents a wide array of demographics, including ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability and age.

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter to jobs@adelie.eco