Senior Consultant - ESG & Project Finance - London

Overview

My Client is seeking a Senior ESG Consultant to deliver ESG advisory services focused on project finance, supporting lenders, investors, and developers across infrastructure, energy, real estate, and development projects. You will lead ESG inputs into financing decisions, ensuring compliance with international standards and integrating environmental and social considerations into complex financial structures.

This is a senior technical role combining ESG expertise, project management, and stakeholder engagement, with opportunities to shape client outcomes and contribute to the growth of the ESG practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead ESG advisory on project finance transactions, providing strategic and technical guidance to lenders, investors, and developers.
• Manage ESG due diligence assignments aligned with IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles, World Bank EHS Guidelines, and local regulations.
• Assess environmental and social risks, translating complex issues into clear, actionable recommendations for financing decisions.
• Develop ESG management systems, policies, monitoring frameworks, and reporting linked to project finance requirements.
• Conduct sector, market, and regulatory research to support risk assessment and lender decision-making.
• Plan and deliver projects end-to-end, managing scope, budgets, timelines, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Communicate ESG findings and recommendations clearly to senior stakeholders, including investment and credit committees.
• Advise clients on stakeholder engagement strategies and support reputational risk management.
• Contribute to business development through proposals, tender responses, and client relationship building.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior consultants, supporting team development.

About You

• 4-8 years' experience in ESG, sustainability, or environmental consulting, with strong focus on project finance and lender advisory.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Geography, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Detailed knowledge of international ESG and lender frameworks (e.g., IFC, Equator Principles, World Bank EHS).
• Proven experience managing ESG due diligence and advisory assignments for financial institutions and developers.
• Strong analytical skills, translating complex environmental and social risks into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting and senior stakeholder presentations.
• Demonstrable project management experience, managing multiple projects and deadlines concurrently.

What's on Offer

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + 3 days at Christmas shutdown.
• Annual discretionary bonuses and spot bonuses recognising exceptional contributions.
• 1-month paid sabbatical after 4+ years' service & companywide volunteering day.
• Enhanced sick and compassionate leave.
• Flexible working: homeworking, working from abroad, and Flexible Fridays.
• Support for one professional membership per year.
• Medical cash plan with virtual GP access and healthcare discounts.
• £1,000 annual training budget.
• Workplace nursery scheme.
• 16 hours "timeout" per year for personal reset.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior ESG professional to make an impact, grow their career, and work in a flexible, rewarding environment.

Contact Us

If you are interested in finding out more about this position or similar opportunities and would welcome a discreet, non-committal discussion, please contact Jeremy Money().