Transition Specialist/ Sustainability

Senior Sustainability / Transition Consultant

Location: London (Hybrid)

Salary: £70,000 + package

A specialist consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Sustainability / Transition Consultant to join their growing team in London. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of high-impact projects, working across portfolios, masterplans, and developments to shape long-term resilience and sustainability outcomes.

The role would suit someone with strong consultancy experience, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a background in architecture, engineering, surveying, or related disciplines.

The role

You will lead transition strategies across assets and developments, advising clients and design teams on sustainability, resilience, and long-term performance while supporting business growth and mentoring junior team members.

Key responsibilities

• Develop transition strategies for assets, portfolios, and masterplans, identifying the most effective interventions for each project
• Work closely with design teams, steering projects towards resilient and sustainable outcomes
• Carry out scenario testing across climate, energy, and social transitions and translate findings into practical recommendations
• Advise clients on planning, procurement, and insurance considerations linked to sustainability and transition requirements
• Oversee data analysis and reporting across multiple assets and projects
• Lead fee proposals, bids, and support wider business development activities
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to team growth
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while representing the business externally

Requirements

• 15+ years’ experience delivering complex developments within multidisciplinary teams
• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline
• Chartered Architect, Engineer, Surveyor, or equivalent professional qualification preferred
• Strong understanding of development economics and financial drivers behind projects
• Proven track record delivering resilient, sustainable, and long-term project outcomes
• Excellent communication skills with confidence engaging clients and senior stakeholders
• Self-motivated with strong leadership capability

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take on a strategic, client-facing role within a consultancy environment focused on long-term sustainability and resilience.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.