Senior ESG Advisor

The Senior Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Advisor will support a major offshore wind initiative by developing environmental and social (E&S) standards and policies, coordinating actions to meet lender requirements, and serving as the primary liaison with the Independent Environmental and Social Consultant (IESC).

This role includes managing ESG reporting, integrating E&S requirements into project workflows, and reviewing technical documentation. The advisor will work closely with joint venture partners and internal corporate functions to ensure alignment across HSEQ, ESG, consents, supply chain, HR, and engineering

• Contribute to project risk management and mitigation strategies
• Manage assessments in line with lender expectations
• ESG reporting and GHG data collection
• Support continuous improvement of the business management system (BMS)
• Serve as the main point of contact for the IESC and facilitate team inputs
• Promote high-quality standards in line with HSEQ systems
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to ensure ESG compliance
• Develop project-specific E&S standards
• Support the deployment of the Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS)
• Assist with corporate audits of the ESMS
• Coordinate implementation of ESG standards and lender requirements
• Conduct gap analyses to identify risks and develop mitigation plans
• Liaise with legal and lender advisors regarding ESG requirements
• Work collaboratively across departments including HSEQ, Consents, Engineering, Stakeholder Engagement, Finance, and Supply Chain
• Oversee ESG and greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting to meet corporate standards

• Extensive experience with lender E&S requirements, particularly in UK offshore wind, infrastructure, or energy projects
• Strong team integration and self-motivation, especially for remote work
• Willingness to travel internationally for short-term assignments
• Ability to manage and disseminate information effectively
• Excellent communication and time-management skills
• Understanding of the Scottish consenting process
• Chartered membership or equivalent in a relevant professional body
• Familiarity with relevant UK legislation, international law, and key standards such as:
• Prior experience in offshore wind or renewable energy project development and construction