Sustainability Consultant - Carbon Accounting & Net Zero (Remote)

About the role

D2B is looking for a Sustainability Consultant to work remotely for a UK client. The consultant leads carbon footprint calculations, produces clear and accurate client-facing reports and gives actionable recommendations to help firms reduce their environmental impact. It is a client-facing role requiring strong technical, analytical and communication skills.

Key responsibilities

• Collect, verify and analyse client activity data (energy use, travel, waste, procurement, etc.) to calculate Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon footprints.
• Apply recognised methodologies and standards such as the GHG Protocol, ISO 14064, SECR and PAS 2060 so calculations are accurate and defensible.
• Produce clear, well-structured carbon footprint reports suitable for client boards, investors or regulatory submission.
• Translate technical findings into practical, prioritised recommendations for emissions reduction tailored to each client's sector and operations.
• Support clients with target-setting (e.g. Science Based Targets) and net zero roadmaps.
• Keep up to date with UK and international sustainability regulations, reporting frameworks and best practice.
• Liaise directly with clients to gather data, present findings and answer queries.
• Manage multiple client projects concurrently, meeting agreed deadlines.
• Contribute to internal tools, templates and calculation methodologies to improve efficiency and consistency.

Required profile

• Proven experience calculating carbon footprints using the GHG Protocol or an equivalent methodology.
• Excellent written communication skills, with experience producing professional reports.
• Ability to turn complex technical data into clear recommendations for non-technical audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and comfort working with large datasets.
• Good working knowledge of UK sustainability regulation and reporting requirements (e.g. SECR, TCFD, CSRD for EU-linked clients).

Required skills

• Carbon accounting and carbon footprint calculation.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Experience with carbon accounting software (e.g. SINAI, Watershed, Normative) is advantageous.