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Key Responsibilities
• Developing sustainability strategies
• Environmental compliance and reporting
• Stakeholder engagement
• Carbon management and climate initiatives
• Sustainable procurement and supply chain
• Data analysis and continuous improvement
• Certification and accreditations
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Salary Range
Entry-Level
Experienced
Essential Skills
• Balance commitment to the environment with the need to be corporate and business minded
• Communication skills
• Persuasive skills to navigate resistance and influence people
• Confidence to present information
• Build relationships with a range of people
• Manage client expectations around sustainability issues
• Flexibility to work under pressure,
• Knowledge of environmental issues
• Project management skills
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong data interpretation abilities for analysing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data
Qualifications and Training
A sustainability officer often has a degree or postgraduate qualification in a sustainability-related field, or a related field with relevant units. This could include environmental science, environmental studies, or a business-related degree with a focus on corporate responsibility and sustainability.
Technical training can involve a mix of formal qualifications, industry-specific certifications, and practical experience. A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in environmental science, sustainability, or a related field is often a starting point. Additional training can include IEMA courses, energy management certifications, and courses focused on specific sustainability areas like ISO standards.
• Energy and Carbon Management Apprenticeship – Educ8 Training: This Level 3 apprenticeship, fully funded by the Welsh Government, focuses on energy procurement, community engagement, and analysis of energy consumption. It's designed to help businesses move towards sustainability and meet Net Zero targets.
• Energy and Carbon Management Apprenticeship – Cambrian Training: Cambrian Training offers a pioneering apprenticeship in Energy and Carbon Management, supporting businesses in Wales to reduce their carbon footprint and achieve Net Zero by 2050. The program is suitable for both new recruits and existing employees.
• Sustainability, Conservation & The Environment Apprenticeships – Coleg Cambria: Coleg Cambria offers apprenticeships in sustainability, conservation, and the environment, covering topics like ecosystem monitoring, sustainable land and water management, and environmental protection.
• ISSP Sustainability Excellence Associate/Professional:
These certifications from ISSP provide a foundation in sustainability principles and practices, suitable for individuals new to the field or those looking to advance their careers.
• GRI Professional Certification:
This certification focuses on sustainability reporting and demonstrates proficiency in using the GRI standards.
• Certified Climate Change Professional (CC-P):
This certification validates knowledge and competency in climate change preparedness and strategic planning.
• AIChE Credential for Sustainability Professionals (ACSP):
This certification, offered by the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, focuses on sustainability in the chemical engineering field.
• Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR) Certificate:
This certificate from the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) focuses on understanding and managing climate-related risk
Training Providers in the UK
• Make UK: Offers the IEMA Diploma in Sustainable Business Practice, the most comprehensive and advanced environmental course from IEMA.
IEMA Diploma in Sustainable Business Practice | Make UK
• Energy Institute: Provides Level 1 Certificate in Energy Management Essentials.
2025 Top 10 Sustainability Courses
• Astutis Ltd: Offers IEMA Pathways to Net Zero training.
• Watts Sustainability: An IEMA approved training provider, developing custom courses for clients and offering IEMA-backed qualifications
Training and green skills - Watts Sustainability.
• Coursera: Offers courses on various sustainability topics, including Global Energy and Climate Policy, and Introduction to Sustainability.
Best Sustainability Courses & Certificates [2025] | Coursera Learn Online
• EdX: Offers a wide range of online courses on climate change, sustainability, and environmental sciences from renowned institutions like Harvard and MIT.
Sustainability training - UK Business Climate Hub
• City & Guilds: Provides qualifications in Sustainability and Green Environment, covering climate change, Net Zero, and other related topic
Green Skills and Sustainability I City & Guilds
Employment Opportunities in the UK
• EDF Renewables UK and Ireland: This position involves leading the day-to-day environmental management of offshore wind assets, ensuring adherence to regulatory and company standards. Responsibilities include planning and managing environmental compliance surveys, overseeing fisheries liaison activities, conducting environmental data analysis, and supporting the implementation of ISO environmental standards.