Senior Consultant - Corporate Sustainability

Senior Consultant – Corporate Sustainability

Permanent Full Time Position – Remote in Canada

COME CHANGE THE WORLD WITH US!

If you’re serious about making a difference and want to work in a dynamic, supportive environment with diverse growth opportunities, consider a career with Delphi, as a Corporate Sustainability Consultant.

Delphi is part of a unique collective of organizations and together with GLOBE Series, Canadian Business for Social Responsibility (CBSR) and Leading Change Canada, we work to achieve a sustainable, prosperous, and socially just future in a generation.

We’re a B-Corp values-driven group of consultants, conveners, and advisors who help leading professionals, teams, and organizations compete and succeed, while advancing sustainability, social justice and a net-zero economy. With multiple offices across Canada, we collaborate with a vast network of thought leaders and partners to inspire innovation and accelerate action.

If you’re serious about making a difference and want to be close to the action, consider a career with us.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR OUR GROUP OF ORGANIZATIONS?

In addition to getting to work with the best and the brightest on interesting and meaningful projects, our team members have access to the following benefits:

• Annual Employee Eco-Fund provides grants for investing in personal projects resulting in advanced emissions reductions or a greener economy. Examples of previously funded projects include solar panels, heat pump, zero-emissions vehicles.
• Free access to world-class virtual and in-person sustainability events, hosted by GLOBE Series and Leading Change.
• Profit sharing
• Flexible paid time-off policy and volunteer days
• Commitment to our Communities and the Environment
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Official observation of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, for a total of 12 paid statutory holidays annually
• Collaborative offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Ottawa, and Toronto, and the ability to work remotely anywhere in Canada
• Group benefit programs including extended health care, vision care, dental, long-term disability and employee assistance program
• Opportunities to participate in employee-based committees such as our Green Team, Justice Equity Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Health and Safety Committee, Mental Health Committee, Culture Committee
• Competitive salaries
• Flexible Work Schedules/Locations
• Annual training and development funding.
• During our annual Month of Giving, any official donations made by employees will be matched dollar for dollar by the company
• Comprehensive Compensation Package
• Opportunities to showcase your professional thought-leadership on our websites, social media, and email networks that connect with :90,000 sustainability professionals.
• Personalized Career Coaching
• Organizational commitment to donating a minimum of 1% of revenue annually
• Personalized career and training and development plans as well as training and development time, coaching and funding that get you to where you want to be.
• Health & Wellness and Personal Leave Time

We value and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and programs. This commitment includes developing and implementing strategies to ensure the inclusion of persons from visible and non-visible minorities and persons with disabilities. We foster an inclusive workplace culture in which every individual feels welcome, respected, valued and supported at all stages of the employment life cycle.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Consultant in Corporate Sustainability brings extensive project management experience and skills to lead client projects in the area of corporate sustainability. This role encompasses various project types, including strategy development and implementation, business case development, research and technical analysis, sustainability policy analysis, and communication and reporting. Working alongside Delphis Senior Management, Consultants, and Analysts across different service areas, the Senior Consultant in Corporate Sustainability delivers high-quality and innovative solutions to clients spanning multiple sectors.

At Delphi, a Senior Consultant assumes proactive and independent responsibility, utilizing project management, client relations, research and analysis, and business development skills and experience. This position requires exceptional client support abilities, including clear communication, analytical and strategic competencies, and an appetite for seizing opportunities as they arise. Previous consulting experience is essential and serves as a foundation for this role.

Senior Consultants are also expected to contribute to ongoing internal management tasks assigned by Senior Management, actively participate in the companys corporate responsibility activities, and fulfill administrative duties as required.

The ideal candidates will possess a strong ability to apply a strategic and technical approach to complex projects, demonstrating an understanding of client context, business strategies, policy considerations, system effects, social impacts, and emerging trends in sustainability, ESG, corporate purpose, and clean technology. This role offers ample opportunities to further enhance candidates exceptional visual, written, and oral communication skills, encompassing both qualitative and quantitative subjects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Delivery, Management & Coordination:

• Provide support to clients at any phase of developing and/or implementing corporate sustainability strategies and programs, including establishing sustainability priorities, conducting risk and opportunity assessments, performing organizational gap assessments, defining metrics and KPIs, supporting data gathering and analysis, setting targets, developing action plans, and advising on internal management capacity, governance, and accountabilities.
• Prepare and deliver presentations for technical and non-technical audiences as warranted by client projects.
• Lead medium to large-scale client projects related to sustainability strategies, programs, and initiatives across various industries.
• Efficiently and effectively oversee and complete client deliverables, such as analysis, research, reports, presentations, and other project tasks. Delegate responsibilities as appropriate to balance workflow, support staff training and development goals, and ensure efficient progress.
• Stay updated on ongoing market and industry trends related to corporate sustainability and reporting, gathering intelligence through various means.
• Prepare project timelines, budgets, and progress reports.
• Lead large-scale stakeholder engagement activities, including survey development and deployment, facilitation of consultations (workshops, roundtables, phone interviews, etc.), as required for project delivery.
• Maintain communication with the project team, initiate team meetings when necessary, and monitor staff efforts to ensure projects stay on budget and on time.

Proposal Writing:

• Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary information and insights to craft persuasive and tailored proposal sections.
• Take the lead in developing comprehensive and compelling proposals for client engagements, demonstrating a strong understanding of their needs and aligning them with Delphis capabilities and expertise.
• Ensure the proposals structure, content, and messaging effectively communicate Delphis value proposition, differentiators, and proposed solutions to meet the clients sustainability objectives.

Team Management:

• Act as a project supervisor for Delphi analysts and consultants across the company, ensuring the effective delivery of individual projects and the ongoing progress towards objectives and expected results.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to analysts and consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
• Embody Delphis corporate culture, motivate staff, and participate in corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Business Development:

• Lead client discussions to effectively scope potential new project opportunities, assess client needs, and recommend suitable work plans and budgets.
• Proactively promote Delphis accomplishments and projects through individual marketing, participation, and presentations at related conferences and events.
• Actively participate in networking events, industry conferences, and forums to expand professional networks, enhance Delphis visibility, and generate leads for potential business opportunities.
• Contribute to meeting the companys annual sales target.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative service offerings and solutions that address emerging sustainability trends and client demands.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, proactively identifying opportunities for additional projects and provide exceptional client service to drive client satisfaction and loyalty.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong client relations experience.
• Expertise in corporate sustainability/ESG.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary teams and highly dynamic work environments.
• Familiarity with sustainability/ESG reporting and communication, including working with various sustainability-related reporting standards, platforms, and guidelines such as the Global Reporting Initiative, Sustainability Accounting Standards Board, CDP, UN Sustainable Development Goals, Integrated Reporting, Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosure, ESG rating agencies, and others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• University degree in business, communication, environmental studies, or related fields.
• Experience in designing and implementing sustainability strategies and programs.
• 7+ years of employment experience or related experience.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.

VALUABLE ASSETS:

• Knowledge of and experience with sustainability indicators and internal data monitoring systems.
• Prior experience working in a consulting environment.
• Knowledge of Canadian, US, and/or international climate change and sustainability policy, regulations, and programs.
• Proficiency in the French language.
• Experience in one or more major Canadian industrial or economic sectors.
• International expertise or direct work experience.