The bright future of the climate-CSR consultant

• Consulting firms need climate and CSR experts
• Candidates are looking for purpose in their work, and CSR consulting firms offer them a way to make an impact
• Sustainability consulting provides exposure to diverse projects across multiple industries. It is a stepping stone to becoming a CSR manager later on.

Consulting firms need climate and CSR experts

Christoph Schweizer, CEO of BCG, one of the most high-end consulting firms, is calling on "climate activists" to join consulting firms. According to him, these recruits would allow his company to win new clients for projects related to decarbonizing their operations in order to reach carbon neutrality. Companies and organizations are expressing an increasingly growing demand and lack the internal human resources to address and lead the necessary changes. The consulting firm Wavestone has also recently strengthened its position in this strategic CSR vertical by acquiring Nomadeis, with the same goal of driving growth. The firm will use it as a bridgehead to advise large institutions or private groups on their CSR, climate impact, or mobility policy. It is clear, then, that like these two examples, the consulting market is rapidly expanding its advisory services for companies on the topics of climate, CSR, and social and societal impact. The need for talent will continue to grow, which will provide numerous job opportunities for newly trained CSR consultants.

"I can credibly say that we want climate activists to join BCG" - Christoph Schweizer, CEO of BCG

Candidates are looking for purpose in their work, and CSR consulting firms offer them a way to make an impact

Demographics are in the candidates' favor. They have plenty of options and can demand CSR criteria and climate commitments when being hired. Joining a consulting firm specializing in CSR and decarbonization, or the CSR team of a generalist firm, is therefore a great solution for anyone looking to find meaning in their work while working closely with decision-makers on strategic issues. Joining the CSR and decarbonization consulting sector truly allows you to have an impact on organizations and educate older generations who may be less familiar with the challenges and consequences of climate change.

Sustainability consulting provides exposure to diverse projects across multiple industries. It is a stepping stone to becoming a CSR manager later on.

Becoming a low-carbon project manager right out of school can be tricky for a young graduate, despite the growing number of people drawn to careers in sustainability, decarbonization, and resource efficiency. Nevertheless, there is a path for those who want to take on the most impactful roles in the fight against climate change. It is possible to join the "climate change & sustainability" divisions of consulting firms, which allows you to gain skills in various issues related to climate and energy, and to tackle a wide range of challenges for different clients across various sectors. Today, this sector is booming because companies must gradually reduce their emissions under pressure from public opinion and new regulations aimed at protecting the climate.