ESG & Sustainability Consultant – Real Estate Lead Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: £40,000 – £45,000  Role Type: Permanent About the Opportunity We are partnering with a premier sustainability consultancy to recruit an ambitious ESG & Sustainability Consultant to join their growing London team. This is a high-visibility role working with major real estate investors, landlords, and asset managers to drive environmental performance across existing property portfolios. This opportunity is ideal for an ambitious consultant who has built a strong foundation within a major corporate consultancy and is ready to take ownership of key ESG frameworks and building performance assessments. Key Responsibilities Conduct BREEAM In-Use assessments across a wide range of commercial property portfolios, managing the process from initial gap analysis to final certification. Support clients with GRESB reporting, data collection, portfolio benchmarking, and broader ESG strategy implementation. Deliver actionable sustainability reporting, carbon footprinting, and net-zero alignment strategies for institutional real estate clients. Act as a key point of contact for clients, translating complex sustainability and environmental data into clear, commercial recommendations. Collaborate with internal multidisciplinary teams to expand service offerings across energy efficiency and climate resilience. Key Requirements & Qualifications Certification: Qualified BREEAM In-Use Assessor (Essential). ESG Frameworks: Proven hands-on experience with GRESB reporting and sustainability benchmarking in the commercial property sector (Essential). Experience: 2–4 years’ post-graduate experience within environmental consultancy or real estate ESG services. Background: Completion of a formal Graduate Scheme at a major consultancy (Big 4, major engineering firm, or multi-disciplinary environmental firm) followed by 2+ years of direct industry experience is strongly preferred. Commercial Mindset: Strong client-facing skills, excellent written communication, and high confidence in analysing complex property data. What’s on Offer Competitive base salary (£40,000 – £45,000 DOE). Clear progression pathway to Senior Consultant. Flexible/hybrid working arrangements based in central London. Comprehensive training allowance and support for further professional accreditations