🌍 Managing Consultant – Corporate Sustainability (Sustainable Sourcing & Mineral Supply Chains)
📍 Berlin (Hybrid) or London (Hybrid)| Full-time
Are you passionate about using your consulting skills to create a more sustainable and just world? Do you want to work with global clients on critical supply chain issues related to responsible raw materials sourcing and human rights due diligence?
SLR Consulting is looking for a Managing Consultant to join our Corporate Sustainability team in Berlin. In this role, you’ll take the lead in delivering and developing our advisory services focused on ethical sourcing, sustainability strategy, and ESG due diligence—especially across mineral supply chains.
💼 The Role
As a Managing Consultant, you’ll:
* Lead and manage sustainability consulting projects end-to-end
* Build strong client relationships and identify new business opportunities
* Contribute to the design of responsible sourcing strategies and systems
* Conduct environmental and human rights risk assessments in supply chains
* Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing
* Present at industry events and publish thought leadership content
* Stay on top of emerging ESG regulations and best practices
The role is based in our Berlin or London office with flexible hybrid working and occasional international travel.
🌱 About the Corporate Sustainability Team
We’re a purpose-driven group, united by the vision of a just society within planetary boundaries. Our work spans topics like human rights, sustainable procurement, community investment, ESG governance, and climate risk.
At SLR, you’ll be part of a collaborative and inclusive environment where your development and wellbeing are a top priority.
🧠 About You
We’re looking for someone who brings:
* Business fluency in English & German; working proficiency in one or more of Russian, Mandarin Chinese, French, and Spanish is desirable
* Demonstrable business and consulting, and/or other relevant experience including proven knowledge and experience in CSR / sustainability at a level commensurate with the level of the job
* Knowledge and understanding of responsible raw materials sourcing and supply chain sustainability issues
* Curious and unafraid to challenge conventional wisdom
* Business and client focused
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with clients
* Excellent writing skills in English
* Strong Excel & PowerPoint skills
* Exceptional analytical skills to distil quantitative and qualitative data
* Solid time management and project management skills
* Strong attention to detail
🌍 Why Join SLR?
SLR is a global leader in environmental and advisory solutions, with 3,000+ staff working across 125 countries. In Europe, our 1,000+ colleagues are helping clients achieve real sustainability impact.
We offer:
* Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
* 25 days’ annual leave + public holidays
* Public transport allowance
* Structured career development & regular reviews
* Flexible, hybrid working and family-friendly policies
Please note: Only applicants who already have the legal right to work in Germany or the UK will be considered for this position, as we are unfortunately unable to sponsor work visas at this time.
🤝 Our Commitment to Inclusion
SLR is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We are passionate about creating an inclusive, equitable workplace for everyone—especially those underrepresented in the industry.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, we’re happy to support you.
🔗 Learn more about our DE&I commitment:
https://www.slrconsulting.com/about/making-sustainability-happen
📩 Ready to drive meaningful change? Apply now to join a consultancy where your impact goes beyond business.