Location London
Job-type Permanent
Salary £Competitive
Reference ACRE-12913

Acre is thrilled to be resourcing for a top-tier sustainability consultancy, renowned for guiding major corporations through a transformative era.

We're looking for a Senior Client Manager who can manage and nurture client relationships, drive impactful projects, and lead on strategic sustainability communications. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced, client-facing environments and is passionate about the sustainability agenda.

Why Join?

You'll be working with an award-winning consultancy that sits at the forefront of strategic advisory, helping some of the world's biggest companies navigate systemic changes in sustainability and corporate responsibility. They offer:

  • Exceptional Project Access: Be part of high-profile projects that directly shape sustainability strategies for major global brands.

  • Agile, Entrepreneurial Environment: Unlike larger, more complex firms, this consultancy operates with a streamlined, flat structure - giving you the freedom to make impactful decisions and deliver quickly.

  • Specialist Expertise: Join a team with over 25 years of sustainability experience, giving you access to cutting-edge insights, best practices, and a network of industry leaders.

  • Fast-Track Learning: Work across strategy, communications, and reporting projects, giving you exposure to all elements of the sustainability landscape.

  • Pragmatic and Focused Culture: Work in a no-nonsense, outcome-oriented environment focused on delivering value and impact for clients.

  • Hybrid Flexibility: Benefit from a flexible working model based in the prestigious Somerset House, with options for hybrid work arrangements.

Key Attributes We're Looking For

  • Client Mindset: You understand the complex dynamics within corporate environments and how business priorities are managed.

  • Client Guide: You excel at building and maintaining strong client relationships, engaging effectively with multiple stakeholders.

  • Strategic Thinker: You're able to devise, execute, and adapt project plans that meet client objectives, even in a shifting landscape.

  • Creative Problem Solver: You tackle challenges head-on, finding pragmatic and innovative solutions.

  • Detail-Oriented: You get the essentials right, from project deliverables to accurate financial management.

  • Proactive Approach: You have a positive, adaptable mindset, capable of supporting and delivering diverse projects seamlessly.

Key Experience We're Seeking

  • Demonstrable agency-side experience managing corporate clients.

  • Proven background in Corporate Reporting and Communications.

  • Knowledge of core sustainability challenges and opportunities.

  • Strong financial management skills, ensuring projects are delivered profitably.

  • High proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.

Role Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary project management contact, taking ownership of project planning, processes, and resources.

  • Support lead consultants with client management to ensure seamless communication.

  • Lead stakeholder engagement, including scoping briefs, planning meetings, and documenting follow-ups.

  • Manage day-to-day project priorities, overseeing team tasks and resourcing.

  • Lead the financial aspects of projects-budgeting, billing, and tracking - ensuring projects remain profitable and efficient.

  • Create and manage comprehensive project plans, overseeing every step from strategy development to communication delivery.

  • Conduct in-depth market research, competitor benchmarking, and best practice analysis when required.

  • Manage communication and reporting projects in collaboration with designers, writers, and production teams.

  • Support content creation, including messaging for presentations and communications.

  • Maintain and grow healthy client relationships, ensuring long-term success and satisfaction.

Your Growth and Development

This role isn't just about what you bring - it's about how you grow. You'll have opportunities to:

  • Deepen Your Expertise in sustainability, understanding the most pressing issues impacting businesses today.

  • Accelerate Your Learning with a mix of research, project work, mentoring, and formal training.

  • Stay Ahead

    on the latest trends in sustainability and corporate responsibility, contributing to thought leadership and impactful projects.

What's In It For You?

  • Be part of an inspiring consultancy with unrivalled access to top-tier clients and projects.

  • A supportive, collaborative work culture that values individual contribution while fostering team spirit.

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Opportunity to work in a flexible, hybrid model with a prestigious central London location.

  • A focus on making a real-world impact - working with clients to create a more sustainable future.

Diversity and Inclusion

Our client believes that diverse perspectives lead to better solutions. They are committed to building a team that is inclusive, open, and reflective of the diverse world we serve. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Interested?

To learn more or to apply, please get in touch with Hettie Jenvey at Acre: hettie.jenvey@acre.com