Management Consultant

Overview
We are looking for an experienced Consultant to join our offshore wind and energy transition team. In this role, you will manage existing and grow new client relationships in Japan and across Asia, build new partner networks, and work closely with international and regional technical teams to scope and deliver impactful projects that accelerate the energy transition in the region.
You’ll be fluent in Japanese and English, with excellent interpersonal skills and a strong track record in building networks, working collaboratively across teams, coaching colleagues, and delivering multiple projects.
About us
The Carbon Trust is a global climate consultancy driven by the mission to accelerate the move to a decarbonised future. We offer our clients and partners leading edge practical solutions to turn climate ambition into impact. We have been climate pioneers for more than 20 years, working with leading businesses, governments, philanthropies and financial institutions to reduce carbon emissions and accelerate their route to Net Zero. We have a global network of over 400 experts, who enable our clients and partners to take ambitious climate action.
Key responsibilities
Build relationships with clients across Asia, particularly Japan, working with our Energy Transition and Offshore Wind divisions in the UK and Singapore.
Lead and support proposal development, drawing on expertise from Carbon Trust colleagues and partners.
Use your networks and the teams to connect with potential clients and stakeholders, including through events and webinars, to identify new opportunities.
Develop differentiating propositions with strategic impact, grounded in our global expertise and local knowledge.
Contribute technical input to projects, such as climate impact assessments, and support delivery across local and global teams.
Provide quality assurance and performance oversight across a portfolio of projects, ensuring outputs are high-quality, on time and on budget.
Drive key strategic initiatives that require cross-company collaboration.
Fluency in Japanese and English is essential
Strong client relationship building, interpersonal and networking skills
Experience in business development and scoping impactful, commercial projects
Professional experience in Japan
Qualifications and experience
Degree educated (or equivalent), in a relevant discipline, e.g. engineering, economics, energy, environment, finance, politics.
An interest in energy, infrastructure, offshore wind, renewable energy or clean energy transition would be advantageous.
Experience leading strategic consulting projects.
Background in policy, economic or market analysis and/or consultancy
Strong experience in building and managing client relationships
Salary & Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and a performance-based bonus. Our hours are 37.5 per week with 17 days paid annual leave rising to 18 after 1 full years’ service plus public holidays. At the Carbon Trust we offer flexibility around working from home and our employees can work from home up to 3 days per week.
Application process
Joining the Carbon Trust offers the opportunity to work alongside leading experts in the low-carbon field, contributing to innovative solutions for a more sustainable future. To apply, please visit our application page and submit your CV and cover letter.
Equal opportunity
We believe that when people feel respected and included, they can truly flourish. We’re committed to advancing equal opportunities and we’re dedicated to building a multifaceted, equitable and inclusive culture. If you don’t meet all the requirements but you have the skills and the experience, we would encourage you to apply and tell us why you are the right person for the job.
Application deadline:
Sunday 5th October 2025; however, we may close the position early if we receive a high volume of applications. Some interviews and onboarding processes may be conducted via video conferencing due to our hybrid and flexible working policies.
At the Carbon Trust, we are guided by our core values: integrity, ambition, collaboration, and excellence.
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