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Hi, we’re Nexio ProjectsÂ
And our mission is to empower people and organisations to take their next steps towards shaping a more sustainable future. As a trusted advisor to clients across a wide range of sectors, we help bring clarity to the complexities of sustainability management and reporting – facilitating bold commitments and ambitious action.Â
Headquartered in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, our dynamic team of over 50 colleagues is what makes us not only a Great Place To Work®, but a truly unique organisation. Powered by purpose-driven intrapreneurs, we foster an environment where everyone’s voice is heard and we all have the opportunity to make a lasting positive impact.Â
Sustainability is at the heart of our organisation. We’ve been a certified B Corp since 2019, and we’re currently the highest-ranking B Corp Way consultancy firm in the Benelux region. We’re also a leading global EcoVadis training partner, and hold a Platinum EcoVadis medal – putting us in the top 1% of all comparable companies.Â
The Role
As a Sustainability Consultant in our Rotterdam Office, you will have an active role in every aspect organisation. Â
You will have an active role in diagnosing and evaluating a company’s sustainability efforts and implementing sustainable changes within their organization. You will develop and put into practice your understanding of sustainability’s key pillars (environment, ethics, labor and sustainable procurement), assessment methodologies (such as EcoVadis, BCorp, the SDGs…) and reporting standards (UNGC, GRI, CDP…). Â
Your Skills and Experience:Â Â
- 4+ year of work experience, ideally in a consultancy environment
- Growth mindset with strong experience and interest in scaling service offerings and solutions.  Â
- Fluent in French & English Â
- University degree, ideally at a Master’s level or higher, in business/management studies and sustainabilityÂ
- Advanced project management skills Â
- Work on sustainability gap analyses of our clients and developing roadmaps for improvementÂ
- Conduct research on specific sustainability topics and have a creative approach to problem-solvingÂ
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and other software toolsÂ
- Strong presentation skills and able to deliver engaging, clear and structured content to wider audiences in a consultancy contextÂ
- Proactive communicator with strong interpersonal skills – making complex ideas accessible and editing others’ writing to ensure clarityÂ
- Manage customer relations and provide excellent customer supportÂ
- Do-er attitude, impact-driven and a strong multitasking skillsÂ
- Previous Team Management experienceÂ
What You Deliver:Â
- Leading projects in all domains of ESG rating mechanisms, reporting and strategy – in the English and French language Â
- Keep track of and support the workload and tasks of the team within all expectationsÂ
- Leading task forces and showcasing innovative thinking & implementation of new steams of Nexio ProjectsÂ
- Instigate input and review from peers and expertÂ
- Perform Quality Control of team members when being the Project ownerÂ
- Proactively resolves routine issues with established precedents Â
- Generates innovative and creative solutions both on projects work and researchÂ
- Apply organised project standards to non-billable workÂ
- Deliver clear and professional communication within Nexio Projects and with clients – verbal, written and through presentations
- Showcasing best practices in engaging and building relationships with clientsÂ
Three good reasons to join us:Â
 Define your Nexio Projects journeyÂ
As part of our collaborative, international team, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to expand your knowledge and specialise in the sustainability topics that interest you most. Â
Enjoy an excellent benefits package   Â
Looking after our people is essential to help them reach their full potential, which is why we provide a comprehensive benefits package – including subsidised well-being services and a competitive pension plan.Â
Be part of our unique culture Â
Whether it’s educational workshops, sustainable clothing swaps, Friday drinks or themed parties, we love to organise fun and inspiring activities – and we’re always on the lookout for new ideas!Â
Some logistics Â
- Job type: Full-time Â
- Location: Rotterdam, The Netherlands.  Â
- Other: Presence required in the Rotterdam office (3 days a week mandatory work from the office and 2 days work from home policy). Â
- Optimal start date: TBDÂ
