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The ESG Institute is building a panel of experienced freelance sustainability professionals from around the world, engaged project by project as strategic advisors, training facilitators, or both.

Remote

Project-Based

Freelance

Contribute as a strategic advisor, a training facilitator, or both, depending on your background and availability.

The ESG Institute is building a panel of freelance Senior Sustainability Consultants and Trainers, drawing on experienced professionals from around the world. Engagements run project by project, so you can contribute as a strategic advisor, a training facilitator, or both, depending on your background and availability.

ESG

The role

Depending on the engagement, you may contribute to advisory work, corporate learning, programme development, thought leadership, or a combination of these areas.

Provide expert consulting on sustainability and ESG matters in your area of focus, supporting the planning and delivery of client projects.

Advise on sustainability strategies, frameworks, and policies, ensuring alignment with leading standards and best practices.

Partner with our internal teams and clients to assess and address ESG risks, opportunities, and performance improvements.

Design and deliver sustainability and ESG training, from introductory webinars to advanced corporate workshops.

Contribute to learning materials and resources that strengthen our education programmes.

Represent The ESG Institute at conferences, events, and in publications, helping drive global conversations on ESG.

What we look for

• A proven track record as a consultant, trainer, or subject matter expert in ESG and/or sustainability.
• In-depth knowledge of ESG frameworks and reporting standards, such as CSRD, ESRS, GRI, TCFD, or ISSB.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to turn complex concepts into actionable strategies or engaging training content.
• A track record in thought leadership, client advisory, or professional development.
• A collaborative, flexible, solution-oriented approach.

Why join us

• Shape the sustainability practices of businesses across industries.
• Contribute to impactful education and advisory work.
• Collaborate with a global network of sustainability leaders.
• Work flexibly, on projects that match your expertise and availability.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Practical information

Engagements are flexible and project-based. We match consultants and trainers to assignments based on subject-matter expertise, client requirements and availability.

Compensation Project-based, varying with the scope and duration of each engagement.

Location Remote, though some projects may involve in-person meetings.

Commitment Flexible. We only ask for your involvement on projects that match your expertise and availability.

About us

The ESG Institute helps organisations embed sustainability and ESG principles at their core, through a global network of advisors, training programmes, strategic projects, and thought leadership.

Our culture is built on collaboration, purpose, and continuous learning, giving you the platform and flexibility to contribute meaningfully, whether for a single project or a long-term relationship.