Centigo – Consulting company of the future

Do you want to work with and build the Irish business of a modern, internationally acclaimed and successful management consultancy? We are looking for entrepreneurial and professional individuals who are motivated by building new business by leveraging Centigo’s track record and competence in combination with own customer networks. We welcome those who want to be part of an ambitious culture; a modern organisation which has no bosses and has achieved extraordinary results in building businesses, motivating colleagues and adding value to its clients.

Centigo is your modern partner for business critical and cross-functional change. We are a group of extraordinarily engaged people with a unique combination of cutting-edge competence and the drive to make change happen. With our holistic approach, we develop resilient and prosperous companies and organisations with competitive durability. We call this Business Wellness.

Centigo was founded in Stockholm, Sweden, in 2002 and has grown organically since then. Today our 230 colleagues help our clients in several industries worldwide from our locations in Scandinavia and Ireland to be the leaders and winners of the future.

Sustainability Consultant - About the role

Centigo Ireland is looking for individuals who have been working for two to twelve years at an acknowledged management consulting firm. You will have experience in identifying change or working in client-oriented IT and business projects, preferably in leading roles. You have a relevant academic degree and share our basic values and ambitions. Ideally, you will have expertise within the Sustainability field (ESG) in combination with some of our key industries and services which you can read more about at https://www.centigo.com/en/

The Sustainability Consultant will play a crucial role in managing projects, providing expert guidance to clients on sustainability challenges and approaches, and contributing to the development of methodologies and tools. The individual will be responsible for leading and coordinating sustainability projects and initiatives, collaborating with colleagues, and actively growing their career towards a consulting leadership role.

In this role, you will have a unique opportunity to drive positive change by helping clients navigate sustainability challenges and develop effective strategies. This role requires a motivated and forward-thinking professional who can contribute to the growth of the consulting practice while continuously developing their own consulting leadership capabilities.

Who are you

As a person, we believe you are inspired by contributing to strategy, innovation, change and sustainability in small and large organisations. You are an outstanding listener with a well-developed ability to think innovatively and understand how changes impact people, groups, processes, technology, and business models. If you are looking for a place that values your curiosity, passion and desire to learn as well as a culture where you are encouraged to take responsibility, you are a potential future colleague of ours.

The Irish team operates from offices in central Dublin, in combination with working from home and with our clients. You would be part of this team and an important contributor to forming the future of our Irish business.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of sustainability projects where you will provide expert advice and recommendations on best practices, strategies, and tactics in order to ensure successful execution from initiation to completion. Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive project outcomes and deliverables.
• Conduct in-depth assessments of clients' sustainability challenges and goals. Identify and evaluate sustainability risks and opportunities, proposing innovative solutions to address them.
• Collaborate with colleagues and Partner Organisations to develop and refine methodologies, frameworks, and tools for sustainability assessment, measurement, and reporting.
• Engage in thought leadership activities such as publishing articles, delivering presentations, and participating in conferences and industry events.
• Cultivate relationships with clients and stakeholders to identify potential business opportunities and contribute to business development efforts.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to shape the strategic direction of the sustainability consulting practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., sustainability, environmental science, business, engineering).
• Proven experience in sustainability consulting, project management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of sustainability principles, frameworks, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and visualization tools.
• Professional certifications or qualifications in sustainability or related disciplines are desirable.
• Solid professional management consulting background in Ireland or the UK.
• Strong professional network and established relationships.
• Passion for building and developing companies.
• An entrepreneurial spirit with an appetite for business.
• Used to and experienced in sales, both to new and existing clients.

Benefits

• Flexibility to form and build and further develop the Irish company together with colleagues in a unique company culture.
• Opportunity to work with and learn from some of the most experienced management consulting professionals and leaders in their industries.
• Company-wide base salary combined with a business unit based variable salary which depends on contribution and leverage.
• Hybrid working-from-home and flexible working setup.
• 27 days holiday.