Junior Consultant – GHG Accounting

The Junior Consultant supports clients in contributing to a net zero carbon future by helping them credibly quantify direct and indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The role is instrumental in assisting with the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) priorities into clients' business strategies and management practices. This position involves GHG emissions inventory development, decarbonization action planning, and sustainability data analysis, working closely with cross-functional teams across regions. By driving the development of innovative tools and processes, the First-Level Consultant ensures that clients are equipped with the strategies needed to achieve their sustainability goals.

We are looking for self-starters eager to develop their expertise and contribute to high-impact projects. The ideal candidate is self-organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and meticulous, with a strong sense of responsibility for quality, and possess the ability to work independently under pressure to thrive in this role. A keen interest in sustainability and the capability to navigate multicultural environments enhance their ability to excel.

• Project Delivery:

• Take ownership of specific tasks within projects, delivering high-quality outputs, particularly in the preparation and analysis of GHG inventories.

• Support other projects related to corporate carbon management, including but not limited to development of Net Zero plans and emission reduction targets by reviewing GHG emissions data and calculating targets.
• Support projects related to climate risks and ESG reporting and disclosure.
• Work closely with other consultants across different regions and service lines, supporting various aspects of the business and contributing to global projects.

• GHG Accounting and Data Processing:

• Efficiently deliver assigned tasks related to GHG accounting in accordance with the GHG Protocol, ISO 14064 and/or other GHG reporting standards

• Contribute to data analysis and development of models to quantify and interpret GHG emissions and other environmental metrics.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all GHG calculations and reports, maintaining a high standard of quality in GHG accounting and reporting.
• Assist in the development of reports according to existing standards and programs (GHG protocol, ISO 14064, TCR, CDP)
• Continuous Improvement:
• Participate in the development and refinement of innovative processes and tools designed to collect, analyze, and visualize sustainability metrics.
• Training and Development:
• Engage in continuous professional development to enhance GHG accounting skills and other climate-related topics
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Learn to effectively communicate complex technical concepts and data insights to nontechnical stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding.

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, sustainability, engineering, mathematics, statistics, economics, data analytics or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• With 1 -2 years of experience in calculating and reporting Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, including accounting for supply chain emissions using different approaches, based on the GHG Protocol framework.
• Previous experience in sustainability related topics such as science-based target setting, life cycle assessments and climate risk, and understanding of different climate disclosure or sustainability reporting standards in corporate or consulting setting (e.g. TCFD, CSRD, SASB, CDP, DJSI, GRI) , optional but is an advantage.
• Intermediate Excel knowledge required. Skilled in synthesizing and analyzing quantitative data.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Proven ability to learn quickly on the job Experience in Alteryx, PowerBI and other data analytics tools is an advantage. Experience in supporting supplier audits, environmental programs, and supplier capacity development is an advantage.

Our commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce

Anthesis has clients across all industry sectors and supports some of the world's largest multinationals such as Reckitt, Cisco, Tesco, The North Face, and Target. The company brings together 1,400+ experts operating across 22 countries and 44 office locations with offices in Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, the Middle East, Netherlands, the Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the UK, and the US.

We encourage all employees to contribute their ideas, perspectives, and experiences to help us create an inclusive and equitable workplace. By embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities, we believe we can drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve our shared goals. So, if you're ready to be a part of something truly extraordinary, then we want you Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Together, we can continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive.

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