Job Advert: Project Consultant – Sustainability (Remote, South Africa)

Our client, based in the United Kingdom, is looking for a talented and experienced South African to join their team as a Project Consultant.

They are a leading international boutique search firm specializing in the audit, risk, and sustainability markets. This role is a fully remote position for a South African professional to work from home for a company based in the UK.

As part of the sustainability team, you will be responsible for conducting detailed, high-quality searches for senior mandates across a wide range of disciplines, including technical sustainability, finance, commercial, and technology. You will work closely with the Sustainability Director and a team of experienced professionals to identify and engage the best candidates for complex roles across large corporates, consultancies, and start-up companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Briefings & Research: Attend job briefing calls and meetings, asking insightful questions to deeply understand the client’s requirements and role expectations.


• Candidate Sourcing & Head-hunting: Use advanced research skills and a range of technology tools (CRM, LinkedIn Recruiter, and others) to conduct a thorough market search, identifying both active and passive candidates.


• Candidate Screening & Engagement: Conduct in-depth screening calls to evaluate candidates and present opportunities in an attractive and knowledgeable way.


• Shortlisting & Interview Process: Present high-quality shortlists aligned with client needs, manage the interview process, and maintain regular communication with both clients and candidates.


• Candidate Preparation: Ensure candidates are fully prepared for interviews to maximize chances of success.


• Administration & CRM Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the CRM and other systems, including job setups, application reviews, and interview scheduling.


• Exceptional Service Delivery: Provide a world-class candidate and client experience, ensuring all interactions are professional and seamless.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to every task, from research to candidate engagement.


• Commercial Focus: Understanding the commercial needs of clients while delivering quality candidates.


• Strong Communication Skills: Advanced written and verbal communication abilities, able to influence, build relationships, and communicate clearly.


• Organizational Excellence: Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.


• Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with candidates and clients alike.


• Research & Headhunting Expertise: Exceptional ability to source candidates through various channels, including passive candidates.


• Reliability & Trustworthiness: Committed to following through and maintaining trust with clients and candidates.


• Genuine Interest in Sustainability: A passion for sustainability and an understanding of the impact of your work.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in headhunting or recruitment, ideally within the sustainability or related sectors.


• Experience in managing senior and complex mandates across a variety of disciplines.


• Familiarity with CRM systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and social media marketing for recruitment purposes.


• A strong understanding of the sustainability landscape, with a genuine interest in advancing sustainability goals.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a global client, contributing to impactful sustainability projects while enjoying the flexibility of a remote working environment. If you are a self-motivated, detail-oriented professional with a passion for sustainability and recruitment, we would love to hear from you!

The position fully remote (working remotely from South Africa for an international company)

Location: Wherever the wifi is & South African based.

Salary: R30 000-R35 000, depending on experience

Starting date: As soon as possible.

Please apply online if you meet the above-mentioned requirements.

Please assume that your application was unsuccessful If you have not been contacted within 4 weeks.