ESG and Sustainability Lead Consultant

il y a 3 jours


Paris, Ile-de-France Gleeds Temps plein

About The Role

About this opportunity


As a member of our Technical & Environment Advisory (TEA) team, the area where the work will be performed will be Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Due Diligence and Sustainability Consultancy mainly associated to the construction and real estate industry. The ESG Lead Consultant reports directly to the TEA Director, manages the ESG team and is in charge of the development of the Gleeds France ESG activities.

This position requires a self-motivated individual with strong skills in data analysis, interpersonal communication, team and time management.


Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Advising Directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or that might arise, on projects; in particular those that might impact on Gleeds professional indemnity (PI) insurance.
  • Reviewing and compiling available ESG data for individual sites or portfolios (including data acquisition, data verification, GRESB, CDP, ESG Reporting, suppliers and procurement, etc.), and create actionable plans for greener practices.
  • Performing large-scale data management, environmental performance data analysis (energy, water, greenhouse gas emissions, waste), and support with various sustainability / ESG DD reports.
  • On-site auditing of properties for ESG risks and solutions to improve the energy efficiency (recommend technologies and explain the most cost-effective and beneficial routes to sustainability).
  • Assessing decarbonization pathways (CRREM, Net Zero studies, embodied carbon Whole Life Cycle Assessments, etc.), carbon footprints and set clear targets, develop robust roadmaps and strategies.
  • Working directly with client corporate sustainability team members to develop and implement such strategies and initiatives to support their real estate decarbonization strategy.
  • Developing climate change scenarios (measurement metrics and targets), resilience and address the “value at risk” and cashflow impact of the climate and sustainability aspects on real estate assets.
  • Conducting SFDR and EU taxonomy screening.
  • BREEAM (pre-)assessment
  • Renewables pre-feasibility.
  • Advising and assisting Clients with local EU and French applicable regulations (Tertiary Decree, BACS decree, etc.).
  • Maintaining a high level of industry knowledge through professional development, staying ahead of changing regulatory and investor demands.
  • Defining and enforcing the ESG strategy, proposing business development action plans in line with the overall Gleeds strategy and assisting with the Client's ESG business development.
  • Managing projects and the team to guarantee that the deliverables are issued within the agreed deadlines, Gleeds fees and internal quality standards.
  • Remaining in the remit of the role and when additional responsibilities need to be carried out, conduct this in a fully informed manner with the approval of your line manager.


As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

  • Opportunities to develop and grow your career
  • Flexible working arrangements

About The Candidate

Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

  • Experience in conducting ESG Due Diligence in France.
  • Knowledge in the interpretation of national or international environmental legislation.
  • Knowledge in carbon/hydric footprint and biodiversity strategies.
  • Ability to handle and interpret large amounts of information and confidential information.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, active listening skills and diplomacy.
  • Ability to manage teams, work effectively with team members, motivate them, and transmit technical knowledge in an accessible manner.
  • Ability to work within tight deadlines, adapting quickly to changes.
  • Effective planning skills.
  • Fluency in French and English both.


Qualifications

  • Degree in Environmental Sciences or similar, or Architecture, Civil Engineering or similar
  • Master’s degree in sustainability-related discipline is a plus.


About The Company

A world of opportunity

Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.

With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.

Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:

  • Professionalism with personality
  • Excellence with humility
  • Innovation with agility


We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.


We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.


Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.


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