Environmental Sustainability Specialist

1 day ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Climate17 Full time

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Biodiversity and ESIA/ESDD Specialist to join our team at Climate17.

About the Role:

  • The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in a similar role, with a strong background in environmental sciences.
  • You will work extensively in emerging markets, collaborating with international financial institutions to manage and mitigate ESG risks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement ESG systems, build ESG capacity, and manage ESG risk on multi-billion-dollar developments.
  • Develop project reports, including ESIA and ESDD studies, and biodiversity management action plans.
  • Apply IFC Performance Standards and the Equator Principles for ESIA/ESDD and/or biodiversity projects.
  • Support corporates in developing biodiversity/nature-positive strategies.
  • Coordinate with contractors and stakeholders to ensure report requirements are met.
  • Manage project budgets and schedules.
  • Represent the firm at meetings with clients, lenders, and stakeholders.

Requirements:

  • An undergraduate degree in environmental, biological, biophysical, or social sciences (post-graduate degree preferred but not essential).
  • Comfortable with client-facing roles and liaising on technical and project requirements.

Estimated Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 per annum



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