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Carbon Consultant - Whole Life Carbon & Embodied Carbon
Up to £50k
London

A growing sustainability and building consultancy is seeking a Carbon Consultant to join their team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about low-carbon design and data-driven analysis to help deliver meaningful carbon reduction strategies across diverse projects.

The Role
As a Carbon Consultant, you'll focus on conducting Whole Life Carbon Assessments (WLCA) and supporting clients in reducing embodied carbon from the earliest design stages. Using tools like OneClick LCA, you'll produce detailed carbon footprint models and provide practical recommendations to project teams and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:
* Carrying out Whole Life Carbon and embodied carbon assessments for new build and refurbishment projects
* Using OneClick LCA (or similar) to calculate and report project carbon footprints
* Advising design teams on strategies to reduce embodied and operational carbon
* Preparing clear, client-facing reports and communicating findings effectively
* Staying up to date with industry frameworks (e.g. RICS, LETI, GLA guidance) and best practice
* Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to integrate carbon strategies into broader sustainability goals

About You
* 2-4 years' experience in sustainability, carbon consultancy, or environmental design
* Experience delivering Whole Life Carbon or embodied carbon assessments
* Proficient in OneClick LCA or similar tools
* Strong understanding of UK carbon and sustainability frameworks and guidance
* Confident communicator, able to explain data and recommendations clearly
* Proactive, motivated, and genuinely passionate about carbon reduction and sustainable design

Why Apply?
* Deliver real-world carbon reduction strategies on meaningful projects
* Work within a supportive, technically focused team environment
* Benefit from hybrid working, ongoing professional development, and career progression opportunities
* Help clients and project teams achieve Net Zero and sustainability goals

Whether you're working in the larger corporate companies or a small SME this is certainly one to take note of. Please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for further info on the email below, we can arrange a confidential conversation anytime to suit you.

Your expert recruitment consultant is Lakshman Sivanesan, call today on 0207 422 7463 or email [email protected] Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Associate Sustainability Consultant - WLCA & Embodied Carbon
Central London (Hybrid Working)
Up to £75k (dependant on experience)
Full-Time Permanent

A fast-growing, purpose-led sustainability consultancy based in Central London is looking for an Associate Sustainability Consultant specialising in WLCA & Embodied Carbon to join their team. They are on a mission to transform the built environment, working with leading architects, developers, engineers and planners to deliver innovative, data-driven strategies that support net zero, circularity and resilience.
They're recognised not only for the quality of their work, but also for their culture - a team of friendly, passionate, and sociable sustainability professionals who genuinely enjoy what they do and the positive impact it creates.
As demand for whole life carbon (WLC) services continues to grow, they're looking for an exceptional Associate Sustainability Consultant, specialising in WLCA and embodied carbon, to lead, inspire a team and drive delivery across a diverse portfolio of high-impact projects.

The Role
This is a senior, client-facing position which sits at the head of their carbon team. You will lead on the delivery of whole life carbon assessments, guide the technical direction of their embodied carbon services, and contribute directly to team development, client relationships, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver WLCA and embodied carbon assessments across a range of project types in line with RICS, GLA, LETI and UKGBC standards.
- Provide expert advice on carbon reduction strategies, low-impact material choices, and circular design principles.
- Manage and mentor a growing team of consultants, supporting professional development and maintaining high technical standards.
- Oversee project delivery to ensure high-quality outputs, on-time and on-budget.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients - facilitating workshops, technical reviews and strategic conversations.
- Represent the business in industry groups, events and thought leadership activities.
- Play a key role in business development - including networking, proposal writing and client engagement.
- Help shape the future direction of WLCA services, exploring tools, innovation and best practice.

Requirements
Essential:
- 5+ years' experience delivering WLCA and embodied carbon assessments in a consultancy environment.
- Deep technical knowledge of whole life carbon, LCA tools (OneClick LCA, eTool or similar), and relevant policy/guidance.
- Proven ability to manage and grow teams, mentor junior staff and maintain high standards under pressure.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills - able to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong client-facing and business development experience, with a track record of building relationships and winning work.
- Passion for sustainability, innovation and creating positive change in the built environment.

Desirable:
- Chartered or working towards professional accreditation (e.g. IEMA, RICS, CIBSE).
- Experience working on BREEAM, LEED, WELL or other sustainability certification schemes.
- Interest in circular economy, materials reuse, digital twins or building performance.

Why Join the team?
- Offering a salary up to £75,000 (depending on experience).
- Competitive benefits package.
- Central London office with hybrid working for flexibility and balance.
- A genuinely supportive and collaborative culture - where your ideas, wellbeing and development are valued.
- Regular social events, learning sessions and team away days.
- The chance to work on some of the UK's most exciting and impactful sustainability projects.
- A platform to grow your leadership and technical influence in a fast-growing consultancy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for either an experienced Associate, or an ambitious Senior Consultant, eager and ready to take the next step up in their career.
If you're ready to step into a leadership role alongside an established team and to help create real, lasting impact on the built environment, then please get in touch for a confidential conversation with Zoe Elliott on: [email protected]

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Associate Sustainability Consultant - WLCA & Embodied Carbon
Central London (Hybrid Working)
Up to £75k (dependant on experience)
Full-Time Permanent

A fast-growing, purpose-led sustainability consultancy based in Central London is looking for an Associate Sustainability Consultant specialising in WLCA & Embodied Carbon to join their team. They are on a mission to transform the built environment, working with leading architects, developers, engineers and planners to deliver innovative, data-driven strategies that support net zero, circularity and resilience.
They're recognised not only for the quality of their work, but also for their culture - a team of friendly, passionate, and sociable sustainability professionals who genuinely enjoy what they do and the positive impact it creates.
As demand for whole life carbon (WLC) services continues to grow, they're looking for an exceptional Associate Sustainability Consultant, specialising in WLCA and embodied carbon, to lead, inspire a team and drive delivery across a diverse portfolio of high-impact projects.

The Role
This is a senior, client-facing position which sits at the head of their carbon team. You will lead on the delivery of whole life carbon assessments, guide the technical direction of their embodied carbon services, and contribute directly to team development, client relationships, and business growth.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver WLCA and embodied carbon assessments across a range of project types in line with RICS, GLA, LETI and UKGBC standards.
- Provide expert advice on carbon reduction strategies, low-impact material choices, and circular design principles.
- Manage and mentor a growing team of consultants, supporting professional development and maintaining high technical standards.
- Oversee project delivery to ensure high-quality outputs, on-time and on-budget.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients - facilitating workshops, technical reviews and strategic conversations.
- Represent the business in industry groups, events and thought leadership activities.
- Play a key role in business development - including networking, proposal writing and client engagement.
- Help shape the future direction of WLCA services, exploring tools, innovation and best practice.

Requirements
Essential:
- 5+ years' experience delivering WLCA and embodied carbon assessments in a consultancy environment.
- Deep technical knowledge of whole life carbon, LCA tools (OneClick LCA, eTool or similar), and relevant policy/guidance.
- Proven ability to manage and grow teams, mentor junior staff and maintain high standards under pressure.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills - able to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong client-facing and business development experience, with a track record of building relationships and winning work.
- Passion for sustainability, innovation and creating positive change in the built environment.

Desirable:
- Chartered or working towards professional accreditation (e.g. IEMA, RICS, CIBSE).
- Experience working on BREEAM, LEED, WELL or other sustainability certification schemes.
- Interest in circular economy, materials reuse, digital twins or building performance.

Why Join the team?
- Offering a salary up to £75,000 (depending on experience).
- Competitive benefits package.
- Central London office with hybrid working for flexibility and balance.
- A genuinely supportive and collaborative culture - where your ideas, wellbeing and development are valued.
- Regular social events, learning sessions and team away days.
- The chance to work on some of the UK's most exciting and impactful sustainability projects.
- A platform to grow your leadership and technical influence in a fast-growing consultancy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for either an experienced Associate, or an ambitious Senior Consultant, eager and ready to take the next step up in their career.
If you're ready to step into a leadership role alongside an established team and to help create real, lasting impact on the built environment, then please get in touch for a confidential conversation with Zoe Elliott on: [email protected]

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.