Sustainability Advisor

Watershed

Sustainability Advisor advising major corporations on sustainability strategies and programs. Working directly with corporate leaders shaping sustainability initiatives and driving decarbonization efforts.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $157,500 - $205,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise sustainability leaders on advancing their sustainability programs
Independently lead strategic engagements across target-setting and decarbonization
Build sustainability intelligence by staying ahead of emerging frameworks and regulations
Help develop new products and services by exploring sustainability needs in emerging topics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 8 years of professional experience including at least 2 years at a consulting firm
At least 4 years in sustainability
Deep understanding of global supply chains and manufacturing processes
Expertise in corporate decarbonization and familiarity with key climate frameworks (GHGP, PCAF, SBTi, ISO)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to present complex analyses to C-suite audiences
Passion for solving climate change and driving strategic initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Offers Equity
Health/dental/vision insurance
401(k)
Unlimited paid time off
Paid parental leave
Fertility and mental health programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

corporate decarbonizationsustainability program developmentstrategic engagementtarget-settingemerging frameworksclimate frameworksGHGPPCAFSBTiISO

Soft Skills

verbal communicationwritten communicationpresentation skillsanalytical skillsstrategic thinkingleadershipinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingpassion for sustainabilityability to engage C-suite