CSR Consulting Jobs

We are currently looking for an experienced & talented business development professional to join their Chicago team on a part-time basis.

You will be responsible for:

• Promoting the services of CSE to targeted clients
• Researching business development opportunities and initiating initial client meetings
• Keeping a breast with current trends, news & reports within Corporate Responsibility and Sustainable development
• Initiating and integrating strategic alliances with partners

Your background will consist of:

• Solid experience in business development within a marketing, consulting or advisory services environment
• A knowledge of corporate responsibility and/or sustainability preferred
• A ‘hunter’ mentality, being able to create new business opportunities and proven experience of execution

Please contact apply here for more information.

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Accountability is a global organisation dedicated to promoting accountability for sustainable development. The business is built upon extensive R&D that translates into powerful, practical, and applicable strategic advisory services.

With a network of thought leaders and delivery partners spanning five continents they bring a depth of capabilities to provide targeted, effective strategic advisory services.

Their work enables fortune 500 companies to:

• Use stakeholder engagement to deliver innovation, strategy and risk management
• Design strategies that create value and differentiate the organisation
• Manage the environmental and social issues that drive organisational success
• Enhance the ability of partnerships to deliver strategic results at scale
• Utilize assurance to build trust and enhance reporting processes

You will be specifically responsible for:

• Business development activities to include lead generation; seeking out specific opportunities to promote Accountability’s expertise to individual companies and pitching to clients
• Participating in client and 3rd party meetings and contributing to the analysis and write up of client reports
• Nurturing relationships with clients and other CSR practitioners
• Supporting all aspects of day-day advisory project work
• Leading the research component of advisory work, organising and co-ordinating all project logistics and taking a leading role in communicating with 3rd parties relevant to the project

You will have a background consisting of the following:

• A solid understanding of corporate responsibility and corporate citizenship
• Track record in managing client relationships
• Experience working in a solutions focused environment
• Strong research skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation and facilitation skills are essential

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company poised for extensive growth over the coming years. The post requires a strong international orientation. Overseas working experience is desirable.

If you would like additional information or would like to discuss the role further, please contact Martin Killeen on:

USA + 1.773.327.0963

UK and Europe + 44 (0) 203 170 8030

or email accountability@acre-resources.com

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With a network of thought leaders and delivery partners spanning five continents they bring a depth of capabilities to provide targeted, effective strategic advisory services.

Their work enables fortune 500 companies to:

• Use stakeholder engagement to deliver innovation, strategy and risk management
• Design strategies that create value and differentiate the organization
• Manage the environmental and social issues that drive organizational success
• Enhance the ability of partnerships to deliver strategic results at scale
• Utilize assurance to build trust and enhance reporting processes

You will be specifically responsible for:

• Developing new business relationships and generating new income
• Project Managing advisory service engagements related to stakeholder engagement with corporations, Collaborative Governance, business and social strategy
• Leading corporate responsibility projects with specific emphasis on project management and the provision of technical advice to clients
• Working as part of an internal knowledge management team to translate knowledge from service activities to R&D, and vice-versa
• Act as the main contact person in New York or DC with senior client team members and decision makers

You will have a background consisting of the following:

• A deep understanding of corporate responsibility and corporate citizenship
• Good business sense and proven success in your sales ability
• A confident negotiator and ability to ‘close the deal’
• Strong client management skills
• An effective leader
• Confidence presenting to large groups of people and at board level

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the company at a very exciting stage in its growth. The post requires a strong international orientation. Overseas working experience is desirable.

Please contact Martin Killeen on +1.773.327.0963 to discuss further or apply here

Ref. 2765

The right Candidate will help define, develop, implement and maintain their code of conduct though needs assessment, remediation and appropriate capacity building programmes.

• The right Candidate will have a robust strategic understanding of the ethical supply chain issues, practices and policies in China.
• They will need to embed an effective yet realistic, relevant and credible programme - linking sustainable solutions to the commercial needs of the business.
• They will have proven track record of 5-10 years in a relevant business field and will be able to illustrate, through previous case studies, how they have inputted into the CSR strategy in previous roles.
• They will have a strong network of stakeholders in the ethical supply chain community and have the communication and influencing skills to provide a compelling case for action.

Working in this key strategic role, with one of the most established brands in the food and beverage sector, will provide an incredible opportunity to create a positive impact and further your career in Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability.

Please apply below and include your CV and covering letter outlining the value you will bring to this opportunity.

To discuss this role in confidence, please contact: Rufus Bullough on +44 (0) 845 257 8030

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A strong understanding is required of social and environmental supply chain strategy and implementation, auditing, reporting, stakeholder engagement, remediation and capacity building programme management. In addition, we are looking for individuals with excellent communication and consultative skills, who will be proactive in building strong collaborative relationships with key global companies and in turn help shape, grow and define the CR consultancy business in this region.

To discuss this opportunity further contact Rufus Bullough on +44 (0) 203 170 5885 or apply below including your CV and covering letter - outlining the value you will bring to this role.

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You will have primary responsibility for continuing to build and direct work with companies in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. You shall have significant autonomy in developing business opportunities and delivering consulting projects that provide high value to companies interested in improving their CSR or Sustainability performance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Consulting and Member Services: Playing a principle role in managing and delivering consulting services across a variety of projects (CSR performance assessment and strategy development, reporting, stakeholder engagement, environmental sustainability, ethical supply-chain, issues management and human rights)
• Business development and recruitment: Pro-actively develop new business opportunities and recruit new member companies
• Internal Practice Management: Represent the Pharmaceuticals/Biotech sector at internal management meetings, strategy discussions and budget planning
• External Representation: Presenting at Industry conferences, writing publications, forming beneficial external partnerships; and creating other opportunities to raise the profile of the company

Your background and qualifications will consist of:

• Master’s degree in business, law, public policy, environmental management or other relevant discipline required
• Significant consulting experience (7 years+) required, to perform the key functions of a consulting practice leader, including: developing and maintaining senior-level client relationships; pursuing and creating business opportunities; and overseeing multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Significant experience consulting within pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry (European market knowledge a plus)
• Deep knowledge and experience in key CSR content areas, such as: stakeholder engagement, supply chain, environment, human rights, or sustainable development
• Experience in developing CSR-related methodologies, such as: sustainability reporting, social/environmental risk assessment, strategy design & implementation, or social/environmental impact indicator development
• Proven leadership and people skills, including a demonstrated ability to mentor the skills and effectiveness of other team members
• Outstanding verbal, written, and facilitation skills
• Willingness to undertake business travel (~ 25-40% time)

Please contact Martin Killeen on 773.327.0963 or martin@acre-resources.com for a confidential discussion.

Ref. 2742

You will have primary responsibility for continuing to build and lead work with companies in these sectors. With significant responsibility and autonomy, you will drive new business opportunities and deliver consulting projects that provide high value with companies interested in improving their CSR or sustainability performance. As the Director, you will oversee and participate in project teams focused on the development and implementation of responsible business practices.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Consulting and Member Services: Playing a principle role in managing and delivering consulting services across a variety of projects (CSR performance assessment and strategy development, reporting, stakeholder engagement, environmental sustainability, ethical supply-chain, issues management and human rights)
• Business development and recruitment: Pro-actively develop new business opportunities and recruit new member companies
• Internal Practice Management: Represent the Agriculture, food & beverage sector at internal management meetings, strategy discussions and budget planning
• External Representation: Presenting at industry conferences, writing publications, forming beneficial external partnerships; and creating other opportunities to raise the profile of the company

Your background and qualifications will consist of:

• Master’s degree in business, law, public policy, environmental management or other relevant discipline required
• Significant consulting experience (7 years+) required, to perform the key functions of a consulting practice leader, including: developing and maintaining senior-level client relationships; pursuing and creating business opportunities; and overseeing multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Significant experience consulting within the agriculture, food and beverage industry (European market knowledge a plus)
• Deep knowledge and experience in key CSR content areas, such as: stakeholder engagement, supply chain, environment, human rights, or sustainable development
• Experience in developing CSR-related methodologies, such as: sustainability reporting, social/environmental risk assessment, strategy design & implementation, or social/environmental impact indicator development
• Proven leadership and people skills, including a demonstrated ability to mentor the skills and effectiveness of other team members
• Outstanding verbal, written, and facilitation skills
• Willingness to undertake business travel (~ 25-40% time)

Please contact Martin Killeen on 773.327.0963 or martin@acre-resources.com for a confidential discussion.

Ref. 2740

As a Recruitment Consultant at Acre, you will help develop business within the green space, working with a variety of companies to search out the best people for their requirements.

We are looking to hire an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our team in London. At this level we’d be interested in passionate individuals with demonstrable ability, experience and success in:

• Business development and sales within a recruitment environment
• Communicating professionally with clients and candidates
• Managing and delivering the full recruitment process
• Attending and presenting at client meetings
• Establishing a network of industry contacts
• Achieving financial targets

You will be able to develop your knowledge of this exciting and globally important area within a commercial environment, and will be given full support to grow your career in recruitment.

Skills and qualifications required:

• Educated to degree (or equivalent) level
• Previous recruitment experience
• Confident user of Microsoft office, recruitment software systems, and online job boards

Commercial experience within the environment, energy, sustainability / CSR sector will be highly beneficial; a passion for this sector is essential.

For more information and to apply for this opportunity please submit your cover letter and CV here.

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