ADEC ESG Solutions, part of ADEC Innovation, partners with global corporate clients to deliver ESG strategy, reporting, and climate solutions. We are hiring a full-time, remote Sustainability Associate to support and lead ESG consulting engagements across North America. To be considered, candidates must have hands on experience contributing to ESG reporting or disclosure projects and demonstrated experience working with climate or sustainability data such as GHG inventories or risk assessments. Join a collaborative, growth focused team where you will take ownership of meaningful client work, expand your expertise in emerging regulations and frameworks, and build a career at the forefront of sustainability consulting.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead and provide support for ESG and sustainability consulting projects, which may include both regulatory and voluntary reporting & disclosure, GHG inventories, setting ESG corporate strategy, etc.
- Contribute to quantitative modeling and evaluation of decarbonization strategies, including assessment of emissions drivers, reduction levers, and progress against climate targets
- Support ESG and climate-related disclosures and reporting aligned with global regulations and frameworks, such as CSRD/ESRS, TCFD/ISSB, and other jurisdictional climate requirements
- Assist project team members with the research, preparation, and completion of client deliverable
- Support project management activities such as tracking milestones, coordinating internal contributors, and preparing materials for client meetings and calls
- Create and contribute to internal and client-facing documents, and support team members on client calls
- Contribute to improving internal processes and enhancing project deliverables
- Contribute to the team’s marketing efforts through drafting blogs and supporting webinars
Sustainability Associate
- Strong research and writing abilities within tight deadlines/timeframes
- Self-motivated and resourceful in completing assigned tasks, especially within new subject areas
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously across different corporate clients with minimal supervision.
- High quality grammar, language and writing ability
- Keen attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal/communication skills, including strong telephone and written skills
- Ability to communicate, work effectively, and have positive interaction with different groups of teams to accomplish tasks
- Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated facility with written and verbal business English, spelling, grammar, and vocabulary
- Ability to follow processes and ask informed questions
- Professional demeanor, and an ability to handle assignments, as well as confidential information, with professionalism, tact, and discretion
- Excellent Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Data Analysis skills
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in sustainable business, environmental science, economics/finance, climate science, business administration, or a related discipline or equivalent experience
- 4+ years of sustainability- and ESG-related work experience is preferred
- Strong project management skills and prior consulting experience are highly desired
- Experience with ESG topic areas, such as ESG reporting & disclosure standards and regulation, climate transition planning, GHG inventories and target-setting, risk analysis, social and governance strategies, internal controls, etc.
- Demonstrated experience working with quantitative datasets related to climate IRO assessment, emissions, or sustainability performance
- Experience with CDP, GRI, SASB, TCFD, EcoVadis, SBT, S&P CSA, CSRD preferred
- Knowledge of climate change disclosure and experience with GHG emission calculations and/or verification
About Us
ADEC Innovation, is focused on improving the world we live in. We work with corporate and public sector clients around the world, from smaller organizations to Fortune 500 companies, helping them achieve their mission to become more sustainable and resilient through integrated ESG data management, reporting, and strategy consulting services. We aim to improve the lives of all the people we work with, whether they are clients, partners, or colleagues. Come join our team of amazing professionals dedicated to making the world a better place! Visit www.adecesg.com to learn more about our team, our work, and our clients.
Ideal Candidate
The Sustainability Associate (CG06) will lead and support a variety of ESG consulting projects. As the ESG and sustainability landscape is ever evolving, this role is well-suited for those who are curious, adaptable and can think critically about sustainability issues. The ideal candidate must have experience contributing to ESG and sustainability disclosure & reporting, decarbonization strategy, climate risk and opportunity assessment, and/or ESG metrics projects. Applicable project types may include ESG/CSR reports, CDP, EcoVadis or similar disclosures, physical and transition risk & opportunity scenario analysis, GHG inventories, materiality assessments, GHG target-setting, ESG program roadmaps, national and global sustainability regulations, and supply chain analysis. Under the guidance of a Project Manager or above, this position will support quantitative or qualitative data analyses tasks, manage workstreams across concurrent client engagements, and contribute directly to high-quality, client-ready deliverables. in support of deliverables for our corporate clients.
An Associate should be able to take the lead on simple client projects and contribute to more complex projects, perform project tasks with minimal oversight, create and present compelling, evidence-based written and visual summaries of their analysis (for both internal and external audiences), and lead client calls. They will be looked to take the initiative to proactively find solutions to questions and/or concerns that need to be addressed. The Associate will need solid client relationship skills, instilling confidence in the client work performed, and anticipating and solving potential client issues.
The ideal candidate will: make recommendations on how to improve current work products, as well as expanding upon or creating new internal processes and training materials; assist with special projects, such as creating content cooperatively with marketing, writing blog posts, supporting webinars, etc.; and engage in cross-functional collaboration with all of the company’s business areas that relate to sustainability activities. We encourage a culture of bringing curiosity and initiative to new challenges, leveraging research and critical thinking to develop solutions. Preference will be given to a self‑directed learner who can research, synthesize information, and propose solutions when guidance is limited, and someone who thrives in ambiguity and enjoys tackling unfamiliar problems through creative thinking and proactive research.
The majority of the ESG team works remotely throughout North America with a global client portfolio. Candidates may have the option to work at one of our corporate offices depending on location and accessibility. Occasional travel may be required as needed. Considered candidates will be required to acknowledge that proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be successfully provided if selected for hire.
Salary: $36.06 - $45.67 Hourly
We offer competitive salaries based on experience, education, and location. We have robust benefits with opportunities for personal and professional development for qualified employees. Want to work in a collaborative, creative work environment where you can provide meaningful contributions while being challenged to grow on the job? If so, you are encouraged to apply!
Compensation and Benefits
Full-time, regular employee example (actual package may vary dependent on employment status and eligibility):
- Up to 100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical (with buy-up options) and up to 55% coverage for eligible dependent(s)
- Up to 80% employer-paid dental and vision covered premiums for employees. Eligible dependent coverage is also available.
- Employer sponsored Group Life and AD&D insurance with discounted voluntary coverage also available
- Employer covered Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs (EAP)
- 401(k) & Roth retirement savings accounts (see HR department for details on contributions and exclusions)
- Pet insurance discounts
- Volunteer programs, committees, and opportunities
- Mentorship program and Work/Life Balance initiatives !
- Career Development Program
- Training and skill enhancement opportunities
*All benefits are subject to eligibility and may be changed at any time by the Company.
Work Environment
The position operates in a dynamic and highly collaborative work environment. We are dedicated to providing our staff with opportunities to work remote, hybrid, and/or in-office whenever possible. This position will be a remote opportunity, with a potential for occasional travel.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment including but not limited to a desktop/laptop, web camera, headset or other listening device, printer/copier, and cell/telephone.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; have hand/finger dexterity; and reach with hands and arms. The employee will spend extended periods of time in front of a computer/laptop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Compliance with all ADEC & FCS Travel and Workspace Policies that align with the CDC, local, state, and federal guidelines must be followed and upheld.
Information Security
Adhering to all policies, guidelines, and procedures pertaining to the protection of information of the organization, employees must maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information to which they are given access. They are also responsible for reporting actual or suspected events or incidents, including vulnerabilities or breaches, that may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information to members of the Management Team.
Mutual respect is fundamental. Fundamental to our teams. Fundamental to our clients. Fundamental to the communities we serve and live in. Fundamental to the landscapes we work within. We need you and your unique talents, history, and background to become the company we aspire to be. We insist upon a culture of common respect, expect transparency, and celebrate the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. Our mutual equality as humans is the path to diverse and innovative collaboration. We cultivate integrity, driving us to growth, and allowing us to achieve more together than we could ever hope to as individuals.