Full job descriptionJob Opportunity: Graduate ESG Consultant (Data Analyst Associate Pathway)


Location
London (Waterloo, UK) – Hybrid (3 days in the office per week)


Start Date
August / September 2026


Salary & Package
Salary of up to £32,000 (depending on experience), plus employee benefits including private medical insurance, pension, life assurance (3x annual salary)




About the Role


This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate looking to start a career in sustainability and ESG consulting within a consultancy. This graduate programme is focused on career development through on the job training.
You’ll join as a Data Analyst, supporting the delivery of ESG and sustainability projects, with a clear progression pathway into an Associate ESG Consultant role. Working alongside experienced consultants, you’ll gain hands-on experience across carbon accounting, ESG strategy, and climate-related reporting.
The role combines data analysis, client interaction, and sustainability expertise, giving you exposure to real-world projects within the consultancy from day one and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental impact.


Job Responsibilities


*Support ESG and sustainability project delivery, including:
*ESG maturity assessments
*Net-zero strategies and emissions reduction planning
*Climate risk assessments
*ESG due diligence
*Impact reporting and disclosures
*Assist in calculating carbon footprints across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
*Analyse sustainability data and translate findings into clear, actionable insights
*Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and client deliverables
*Engage with clients through data analysis, stakeholder interviews, and implementation support
*Conduct research on ESG frameworks, regulations, and market trends (e.g. TCFD, CSRD, EU Taxonomy)
*Contribute to internal research, knowledge sharing, and thought leadership
*Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support holistic sustainability solutions


Requirements


*Bachelor’s degree (2:1 or above) in a relevant field such as Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Geography, Data Analytics, Economics, or similar.
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with data
*Client facing confidence.
*Strong technical data background which includes excel skills (e.g. data structuring, pivot tables, lookups), python, R.
*Ability to interpret data and present clear, logical insights.
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Personal Attributes


*Strong interest in ESG, sustainability, and climate change
*Proactive and self-motivated, with a willingness to learn
*Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
*Collaborative team player, confident engaging with stakeholders
*Adaptable and resilient, comfortable working in a dynamic environment
*Commercial awareness, with an interest in practical and value-driven solutions
*Curious mindset with strong research capability




Why This Is an Exciting Opportunity




*Working with a structured programme which is focused on career development, working with a dynamic, exciting organisation.
*Kickstart your career in one of the fastest-growing areas: ESG and sustainability consulting
*Gain hands-on experience across data analysis, strategy, and real-world implementation
*Work directly with clients from day one, building both technical and consulting skills
*Be part of a structured pathway with clear progression from Data Analyst to ESG Consultant
*Develop in-demand expertise in carbon accounting, climate strategy, and ESG reporting
*Contribute to meaningful projects that help organisations transition toward a more sustainable, low-carbon future