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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Circular Economy Consultant
Description
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We are looking for a Circular Economy Consultant to join our sustainability team and help organizations transition from linear to circular business models. This role involves working closely with clients across various industries to design, implement, and optimize circular economy strategies that reduce waste, increase resource efficiency, and drive long-term environmental and economic value.
As a Circular Economy Consultant, you will assess current business practices, identify opportunities for circularity, and develop actionable roadmaps that align with sustainability goals and regulatory requirements. You will also support clients in adopting innovative solutions such as product life extension, resource recovery, and circular supply chains. Your work will contribute to reducing environmental impact while enhancing business resilience and competitiveness.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sustainability officers, supply chain managers, product designers, and marketing professionals, to ensure that circular principles are embedded throughout the organization. You will also stay up to date with the latest trends, technologies, and policies related to the circular economy and provide thought leadership through reports, workshops, and presentations.
This position requires a strong understanding of sustainability frameworks, life cycle assessment, and circular business models. The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills, as well as a passion for driving positive environmental change. Experience in consulting, environmental science, industrial ecology, or a related field is highly desirable.
If you are a strategic thinker with a deep commitment to sustainability and a desire to make a tangible impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to shape the future of sustainable business.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assess client operations to identify circular economy opportunities
- Develop and implement circular economy strategies and roadmaps
- Conduct life cycle assessments and material flow analyses
- Advise on sustainable product design and resource efficiency
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement and change management
- Monitor and report on sustainability performance metrics
- Stay informed on circular economy trends and regulations
- Deliver workshops and training sessions for clients
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate circularity
- Support business development and proposal writing
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in sustainability or circular economy consulting
- Strong knowledge of circular economy principles and frameworks
- Experience with life cycle assessment tools and methodologies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and presentation abilities
- Project management experience and ability to manage multiple clients
- Familiarity with sustainability reporting standards (e.g., GRI, CDP)
- Ability to work independently and in team settings
- Passion for environmental sustainability and innovation
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have with circular economy projects?
- How do you approach developing a circular strategy for a client?
- Can you describe a successful sustainability initiative you led?
- What tools do you use for life cycle assessments?
- How do you stay current with circular economy trends and policies?
- Describe a time you influenced stakeholders to adopt sustainable practices.
- What industries have you worked with in a sustainability context?
- How do you measure the success of a circular economy initiative?
- What challenges have you faced in implementing circular models?
- Why are you passionate about the circular economy?
