Junior Sustainability Executive

Your new company
Our client is a highly respected national organisation that plays a key role in supporting economic growth, international investment, and business development across Ireland. Working closely with global organisations, government stakeholders, and industry leaders, they are committed to driving innovation, fostering sustainable growth, and creating long-term opportunities throughout the country. With a collaborative and values-driven culture, this organisation offers employees the chance to make a meaningful impact while developing their careers within a professional and forward-thinking environment.


Your new role

• Collaborate proactively with Operations teams to advance sustainability and Green Capital investments across the client portfolio.
• Contribute to the preparation of strategic proposals for clients' C-Suite, Committees, the Board, and relevant subcommittees.
• Support the development, sharing and integration of sustainability knowledge across global teams.
• Build and apply a growing understanding of sustainability value propositions.
• Demonstrate insight into client transformation journeys and growth strategies.
• Analyse client business plans to identify sustainability opportunities.
• Collaborate creatively and effectively with internal and external teams to foster strong client relationships and deliver high-quality service and support.
• Engage with decision-makers and stakeholder groups to support sustainability initiatives.
• Manage multiple priorities and responsibilities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing, with colleagues and clients.
• Research and monitor emerging trends, technologies, and opportunities within sustainability
  landscape.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing marketing events that promote sustainability
  initiatives.
• Commit to continuous learning and development through formal and informal channels, including participation in the Performance Management and Development Review process.
• Uphold principles of dignity, respect, and equality across all interactions and activities. Embody and promote core values: Enterprising, Inclusive, Resourceful, and Empowering.
• Demonstrate flexibility in taking on additional tasks and maintaining effective communication across time zones and cultures.

What you'll need to succeed

• A Qualification in Sustainability, Engineering, Physics etc.
• A Full Driving Licence is Required (Regular Domestic Travel and Occasional International Travel Required)
• Ability to work well under pressure, to show initiative, to work independently and on occasion to
  work outside of standard office hours.
• Flexibility and interest in career progression overseas.
• Demonstrated interest in personal development and continuous learning.

What you'll get in return


What you need to do now
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