About Anthesis
Anthesis is the sustainability activator. Proud to be a B Corp, we seek to make a significant contribution to a world which is more resilient and productive. We do this by working with cities, corporates, investors and other organisations to drive sustainable performance. We develop financially driven sustainability strategies, underpinned by technical expertise and delivered by innovative collaborative teams across the world.
At Anthesis Group, we are truly committed to putting people and our planet at the heart of all we do.
We are open to applications from any of our UK office locations which includes London, Bristol, Manchester, Oxford or Edinburgh.
Summary of Role
As a Consultant in our Reporting and Disclosure team, you will be highly client-focused, supporting projects which allow organizations to communicate their progress on sustainability. This will include gathering, synthesis and informed analysis of project inputs, preparing deliverables and supporting client meetings. Importantly, you will be a proficient writer with a desire to develop this skill further. In most project engagements, you will be supported by a more experienced senior as the project lead.
Alongside this, many in our team contribute to our long-term growth through helping the team with business development and marketing opportunities.
As a Consultant you will typically be line managed by a Principal Consultant or an Associate Director. While you will not always be working on projects with your line manager, their role is to help guide, support and manage your performance and growth in Anthesis.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities fall into three major areas:
Client & Project Delivery – 90% of time
- Project Management – supporting the management of consulting engagements / projects on time, on budget, and to high standards of quality.
- Research & Analysis – gathering, synthesising and analysing sometimes large and diverse inputs, both qualitative and quantitative, primary and secondary, in pursuit of project objectives.
- Deliverable Drafting & Presentation – preparing and delivering high quality reports, presentations, and sometimes workshops in line with project scope and with an eye for detail
- Client Relationship Building – earning the confidence and trust of client teams, and representing our direct clients’ interests effectively inside their organisations.
Business Development – 5% of time
- Key Account Development – helping to guide and support deeper and longer-term partnerships with valuable and impactful clients over time.
- Proposal / Bid Writing & Presentation – discussing, framing, designing, pricing and presenting project proposals (with the guidance and support of colleagues)
- Thought Leadership & Marketing – supporting the team and wider business in lead generation and brand-building through the creation of IP and marketing materials
Organisational & Personal Development – 5% of time
- Training & Personal Development – using the ACE (Anthesis Centre of Excellence) learning and development platform, coaching from more experienced colleagues, and guided by your line manager.
- Strategic & Organisational Initiatives – contributing to important internal initiatives, proposition development and innovation.
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At least 2 years’ professional experience, ideally in ESG Data management and KPIs and/ or financial controls
- Understanding of internal audit and/ or data controls
- ESG / sustainability-focused experience, with good knowledge of the sustainability framework landscape, namely ESRS/CSRD, IFRS/ISSB, and GRI.
- Good understanding of CSRD requirements
- Good working familiarity with MS Office Suite is required, with high levels of numeracy and good Excel skills preferred.
- Understanding of ESG data collection platform landscape and experience of implementing data systems with clients or in-house is desirable.
Your Benefits
- Work within a highly motivated team in an innovative and rapidly growing global company
- Opportunity to have a direct impact and be a key part of the growth and development of the business and the team
- Work solely on projects that have an impact on the sustainability and climate change goals/challenges for clients
- Opportunity to work with, collaborate with and learn from sustainability SME’s who are passionate about the work they do and the impact Anthesis can have
- Exposure to a wide range of clients and projects on a global basis
- Competitive salary in line with, experience and skills
- Competitive benefits including flexible working, 25 days holiday and two volunteering days off and the day off for your Birthday!
- Cooperative, supportive and open working atmosphere.
Our commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce
Anthesis has clients across all industry sectors and supports some of the world’s largest multinationals such as Reckitt, Cisco, Tesco, The North Face, and Target. The company brings together 1,300+ experts operating across 22 countries and 44 office locations with offices in Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, the Middle East, Netherlands, the Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the UK, and the US.
We encourage all employees to contribute their ideas, perspectives, and experiences to help us create an inclusive and equitable workplace. By embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities, we believe we can drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve our shared goals. So, if you’re ready to be a part of something truly extraordinary, then we want you! Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Together, we can continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive.
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