At Allen & York, we’ve been recruiting with purpose for over 30 years. As specialists in Environmental, Energy, Sustainability & ESG, and Health, Safety & Wellbeing recruitment, we’re growing – and looking for experienced consultants to join our Environment, Sustainability & Energy team.

You’ll work with a wide range of clients – from leading consultancies and innovative SMEs to NGOs and Not-for-Profits – all committed to making a positive impact. Which is what drives us all to succeed.

Having Recruitment and Business Development experience is a non-negotiable (CVs without demonstrable hiring experience will not be considered). You’ll also need excellent communication and negotiation skills for when you’re talking to clients and candidates. A team player, you’ll to be able to work well with the rest of our friendly bunch of recruitment professionals and enjoy working to exceed your target (and to relish the rewards this brings).

What’s in it for you?

• A meaningful role in a purpose-led business

• Competitive base salary & generous commission

• Flexible hybrid working (3 days in-office initially)

• Supportive, values-driven team culture

• Opportunities to grow within a fast-expanding, specialist recruitment firm

Get in touch today to find out more.

About us: Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let’s help build a better world, together.

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Permanent * Hybrid (Oxford + Home Working)

Full right to work in the UK required – sponsorship is not available

Are you an engineer or technical energy specialist looking to make a real impact on the decarbonisation of a diverse building estate? We’re supporting a forward-thinking organisation as they look to appoint an experienced Building Decarbonisation Manager to drive measurable improvements in energy performance and lead high-profile carbon-reduction projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in energy management, building services, BMS optimisation, and decarbonisation technologies to step into an influential role shaping net-zero delivery across a large and varied estate.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading energy management across the organisation’s buildings, focusing on consumption, cost and carbon.
• Interrogating BMS, schematics, building services and central plant to identify inefficiencies.
• Delivering complex carbon-reduction and retrofit projects, from technical surveys to specification and implementation.
• Analysing detailed energy data, spotting trends and recommending targeted improvements.
• Providing expert guidance on HVAC, lighting, renewables, water management and low-carbon solutions.
• Supporting the development of energy strategies, policies and performance reporting.

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree or strong technical background in engineering, energy or building services.
• Proven experience in energy management and building decarbonisation projects.
• Strong understanding of BMS, schematics, site systems and modern low-carbon technologies.
• Confident analysing energy data and producing clear recommendations.
• Excellent communicator able to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Interested?

If you’re passionate about reducing carbon emissions and want to play a key role in decarbonising a significant property portfolio, we’d love to hear from you.

Allen & York – delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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Are you passionate about helping organisations transition to a low-carbon future? Do you want to use your technical expertise to shape climate strategies that create real environmental and commercial value? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist environmental consultancy making a meaningful difference across the resources sector.

We are seeking a Climate Change Consultant to support clients in reducing their carbon footprint, building climate resilience, and navigating an evolving ESG landscape. In this role, you’ll work across diverse projects, collaborating with senior stakeholders, technical specialists and multidisciplinary teams.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Developing corporate sustainability and climate change services for clients globally.
• Leading climate modelling and projection work using recognised datasets.
• Designing climate risk management and mitigation strategies, including science-based targets and TCFD-aligned frameworks.
• Conducting GHG accounting across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, and delivering carbon reporting.
• Preparing and delivering proposals, reports, and client-ready solutions.
• Tracking ESG and climate trends to shape new service offerings.
• Building strong relationships across the sector and representing the consultancy as a trusted advisor.
• Undertaking occasional fieldwork as part of project delivery.

What We’re Looking For:

• A postgraduate qualification in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related field.
• 3-4 years’ experience in climate change or sustainability advisory.
• Proven experience in carbon management, net-zero strategies, and GHG accounting (GHG Protocol).
• Exposure to SBTi target-setting, TCFD frameworks, and carbon markets is highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate complex data into compelling narratives and insights.
• Strong project management capability and the ability to work across multiple workstreams.
• Interest in or experience with the mining/resources sector is highly beneficial.
• Willingness to travel when needed.
• Fluency in English; French or Spanish is a plus.

Why This Role?

Join a mission-driven consultancy with a genuine commitment to environmental and social impact. You’ll work with leading organisations, help shape decarbonisation pathways, and contribute to building a more resilient, sustainable future, while developing your own expertise in an ambitious, growing team.

Interested?

If you’re ready to step into a role where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help deliver the climate solutions that the future depends on.

Allen & York – delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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Are you a commercially aware environmental professional with deep technical expertise in permitting, compliance, and sustainability? Do you thrive in operational environments and want to lead meaningful change across a diverse portfolio of sites?

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A well-established, independent business operating in the aggregates, waste, and extractives sector is seeking a Group Environment & Sustainability Manager to head up its growing environmental team.

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This is a high-impact, strategic role where you’ll:

• Lead environmental performance across active and legacy sites, including waste and infill operations.

• Own the permitting lifecycle, from acquisition to surrender, ensuring regulatory excellence.

• Interface with senior internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies with credibility and influence.

• Drive the delivery of carbon reduction initiatives aligned with the UK’s net zero goals.

• Support development projects, site divestment, and sustainable business growth.

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You’ll be responsible for leading a small team, owning compliance across multiple business units, and supporting long-term planning and development functions.

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Ideal Candidates will have:

• A strong background in waste management, environmental permitting, or contaminated land.

• Commercial and operational awareness.

• Confidence engaging with regulators and external stakeholders.

• Experience in data reporting (SECR, ESOS, BES 6001) and sustainability strategy.

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Interested?

Ready to shape the future of sustainability within a respected and progressive business? Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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Allen & York – delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.

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About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

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Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

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Let us help build a better world, together.

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Are you a regulatory expert with a passion for environmental compliance and deep knowledge of EU Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)? We are currently partnering with a fast-growing, international environmental consultancy to find an experienced Environmental Compliance Manager to join their specialist team.

This is a unique opportunity to work with a diverse, global client base and play a central role in delivering high-impact compliance and advisory services across a range of regulatory frameworks. The role is fully home-based, offering flexibility alongside the chance to work with leading names in the producer responsibility landscape.

The Role:

As an Environmental Compliance Manager, you’ll take ownership of a portfolio of international clients, guiding them through complex EPR requirements including WEEE, batteries, and packaging regulations. You’ll lead the delivery of compliance projects, manage key accounts, and stay on top of changing regulations across the EU and globally.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering external compliance and consultancy services to international producers
• Assessing Extended Producer Obligations and preparing quotations for service delivery
• Project managing new services and overseeing data reporting, registration, and invoicing workflows
• Managing client relationships and ensuring high-quality, timely support
• Tracking regulatory changes and contributing to service development and internal tools

About You:

We’re looking for someone with experience in environmental compliance or a related regulatory role, ideally with a focus on EU EPR. You’ll bring excellent communication and project management skills, along with a confident, client-focused approach.

Key requirements include:

• Solid working knowledge of WEEE, batteries, and packaging regulations (EMEA experience essential)
• Experience managing international clients and compliance reporting
• Strong Excel skills and high computer literacy
• Degree educated in a relevant field (e.g. Environmental Science, Law, or similar)
• Additional languages are a plus, particularly within the EU
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently in a remote setting

Interested?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your compliance career and want to join a forward-thinking consultancy making an impact in environmental regulation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more.

Allen & York – delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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Location: Birmingham (50/ 50 Hybrid working)

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package

Are you an experienced auditor or quality professional with deep knowledge of IATF standards and certification schemes? Are you looking for a role that combines governance, strategic oversight, and technical leadership in the automotive manufacturing sector?

We are seeking an IATF Certification Body Manager to join a respected industry organisation responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of certification scheme rules and maintaining high standards of quality assurance across IATF-recognised certification bodies.

In this pivotal role, you will manage relationships with reporting certification bodies, lead office assessments and witness audits, and ensure compliance with certification requirements and governance processes. You’ll play a key role in nonconformity and complaint management, trend analysis, and performance monitoring, while actively supporting technical working groups and wider industry initiatives.

This position offers a unique opportunity to operate at the heart of the automotive quality landscape, influencing best practices and helping shape the future of certification delivery in the sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and support IATF reporting certification bodies
• Lead office assessments and conduct witness audits
• Manage complaints, nonconformities, and appeals
• Monitor and report on certification body performance
• Coordinate quarterly certification body meetings
• Contribute to IATF working groups and technical subcommittees
• Engage in wider industry events and initiatives, including quality-related conferences

About You:

• Solid experience as an auditor in the manufacturing sector
• In-depth understanding of IATF 16949 and related scheme rules
• Strong stakeholder engagement and senior-level relationship management
• Proficiency in root cause analysis (8D methodology)
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills
• Motivated, organised, and adaptable with strong team ethos
• Familiarity with Power BI and advanced IT skills advantageous

Benefits:

• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working (50% from home)
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 7%
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Permanent health insurance
• Cycle to work, tech, and electric car schemes
• Flexible hours and additional wellbeing perks

Why Join:

If you are passionate about quality systems and thrive in a collaborative, high-impact role, we’d love to hear from you.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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Location: London (Hybrid – 2 days per week in office)
Salary: Competitive with bonus and comprehensive benefits

Are you a sustainability professional who thrives at the intersection of environmental science and strategic business development? We’re seeking a Principal Natural Capital Consultant to lead and grow a high-impact service offering focused on protecting and enhancing the value of nature.

In this role, you’ll be instrumental in defining and expanding Natural Capital services, delivering innovative, commercially successful solutions that help organisations respond to climate, biodiversity, and regulatory pressures. If you’re passionate about driving environmental change and possess both technical depth and commercial acumen, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

What You’ll Do:

• Act as the subject matter expert for Natural Capital across client engagements and internal strategy
• Shape and execute a clear go-to-market strategy to grow service lines and client base
• Monitor and interpret emerging trends, legislation, and international standards around Natural Capital, ecosystem services, and biodiversity
• Lead business development initiatives, including tender responses, proposals, and participation in major bids
• Develop strong, trusted relationships with clients, providing expert guidance and project delivery aligned with their goals
• Manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure the timely, on-budget delivery of high-quality work

About You:

You are a dynamic and strategic thinker, equally comfortable in a technical deep dive or a boardroom pitch. With a solid foundation in ecology, environmental science, or a related field, you bring both scientific expertise and a sharp understanding of market forces. Your professional network is robust, and you’re recognised for your ability to win new work and deliver value-driven solutions.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong background in natural capital, ecology, or environmental consultancy
• Relevant degree (e.g., environmental science, ecology, sustainability); a postgraduate qualification is advantageous
• Proven commercial and business development track record
• Deep knowledge of market drivers, frameworks, and policies shaping the Natural Capital agenda
• Excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

Why Join:

• Be part of a purpose-led organisation shaping a more sustainable future
• Enjoy flexible/hybrid working and a generous holiday and benefits package
• Access a range of wellbeing, family-friendly, and professional development support programs

Join a forward-thinking consultancy where your expertise will drive both environmental progress and commercial success.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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