THE BUSINESS

AAB is a tech-enabled business critical services group, providing services that help businesses at every stage of the lifecycle, helping them manage the critical elements that make businesses tick - their people and their finances.

AAB are focused on people. They believe in the resilience of the human spirit; that with bravery, hard work and perseverance, people can accomplish amazing things. AAB are human, passionate, bold, motivational, positive, empathetic, driven and straight-talking.

THE TEAM

At AAB we pride ourselves on providing everyone with an inspiring career opportunity. Our culture keeps the layers simple and the relationship personal. We know that our success is down to one thing, our people, and we make sure looking after our people is at the heart of everything we do.

Does AAB sound like a good fit for you? We currently have an opening for a Sustainability Consultant to join our Sustainable Business & ESG Services team to support its development and growth.

THE ROLE

Sustainability Consultant (Assistant Manager) - UK

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sustainability Consultant to join our team and assist organisations in integrating sustainability principles into their operations, strategies, and reporting. This role is ideal for an early-career professional with a passion for sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues and a desire to grow their expertise in sustainability consulting. The consultant will support projects across a range of industries, helping clients address environmental challenges, enhance social responsibility, and meet compliance and sustainability goals.

Service Delivery:

• Sustainability Assessment and Strategy Support:
  Assist in conducting sustainability assessments, identifying opportunities for improvement, and supporting the development of tailored sustainability strategies for clients.

• Data Collection and Analysis:
  Gather and analyse environmental, social, and governance data, including carbon footprints, waste metrics, and social impact indicators, to support client reporting and strategy development.

• Regulatory and Standards Compliance:
  Provide support in ensuring client compliance with relevant sustainability regulations and standards, such as ESG reporting requirements e.g. carbon emissions

• Reporting and Documentation:
  Prepare sustainability reports, presentations, and case studies that communicate progress, performance metrics, and actionable recommendations for clients and stakeholders.

• Research and Benchmarking:
  Conduct research on sustainability trends, industry benchmarks, and emerging technologies to provide insights and best practices to clients.

• Client Engagement:
  Work collaboratively with clients to understand their sustainability challenges and supporting our team to deliver AAB's services.

• Project Coordination:
  Support project planning, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring projects are completed on time and meet quality standards.

Experience and Attributes required for the role:

• Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Social Science, Business Management, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g. IEMA) are an advantage

• Recent career experience in sustainability consulting, or a related field.

• Good working knowledge of sustainability principles, ESG frameworks, and reporting standards (e.g. GHG Protocol, UN SDGs, or GRI).

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in tools such as Excel or sustainability software (e.g., carbon accounting platforms).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing reports and presentations.

Personal Attributes:

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn, with a personal purpose for a career in sustainability

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.

• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively in a professional environment, willing to learn from others and contribute to the shared success of AAB's Sustainable Business & ESG Services.

• Problem-solving mindset and ability to think critically about sustainability challenge

• A strong appetite for continual learning and seeking career development opportunities.

THE BENEFITS

Over the years, AAB has been recognised for its excellent working practices by some of the most prestigious award bodies in the UK. We pride ourselves in the fact that our approach across the AAB Group has gained an excellent reputation and is loved by our employees.

Some of our benefits are

• Hybrid, agile and family friendly working practices to enable you to manage your work life alongside your home life
• Ongoing personalised coaching and mentoring programmes to maximize your potential
• Full payment of private healthcare and dental care
• Workplace pension
• Regular updates from our Health & Wellbeing team and access to all Headspace resources
• We're energetic people who like nothing more than having a bit of fun; with our Social Club organising frequent staff events and initiatives
• Volunteering leave through the AABIE Charitable Initiative
• Working at a recognised Best Company and Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For
• Regular communication from our leadership team regarding AAB Group activities and initiatives