Sustainability Policy Consultant โ Konsult inom hรฅllbarhetspolicy
We are looking for an experienced and driven Sustainability Policy Consultant to support the development and implementation of sustainability strategies, regulatory alignment, and policy frameworks. The role involves working at the intersection of sustainability, public policy, and business strategy to guide internal stakeholders and clients in navigating evolving environmental and social governance expectations.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert advice on sustainability-related policy, legislation, and regulatory developments at local, EU, and international levels
- Analyze and interpret existing and emerging policies, including CSRD, EU Taxonomy, SFDR, TCFD, and other ESG-related frameworks
- Assist in shaping internal sustainability policies and governance structures aligned with external regulatory requirements and best practices
- Support public affairs teams in stakeholder engagement and advocacy efforts related to sustainability issues
- Translate complex regulatory developments into actionable business insights and strategies
- Contribute to sustainability reporting processes, ensuring alignment with mandatory disclosure frameworks (e.g., ESRS, GRI, CDP)
- Monitor global sustainability trends and assess potential implications for operations and strategy
- Collaborate across departments (legal, risk, strategy, operations, and communications) to embed sustainability policy compliance
- Conduct policy gap analyses and materiality assessments
- Deliver presentations, briefings, and training sessions to internal and external stakeholders
Requirements
- Masterโs degree in Sustainability, Environmental Policy, Political Science, Law, Economics, or a related discipline
- Proven experience working with sustainability policy, regulatory compliance, or ESG advisory
- Strong understanding of EU sustainability legislation and international frameworks related to ESG and corporate sustainability reporting
- Experience advising multinational corporations, NGOs, or governmental institutions is highly desirable
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; fluency in Swedish is a strong advantage
- Strong analytical, research, and strategic thinking skills
- Ability to manage multiple policy streams and deadlines in a dynamic environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in consulting, policy advocacy, or public affairs with a sustainability focus
- Familiarity with sustainable finance regulation and climate-related risk policy
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders and policy decision-makers
- Skilled in developing briefing notes, policy papers, and regulatory updates
This role offers an opportunity to influence and support sustainability strategy and policy development in a global context. Youโll be part of a multidisciplinary team working to help shape a sustainable and resilient future through policy, innovation, and collaboration.
About: English Jobs Sweden
EnglishJobs.se specializes in recruiting international talent for Swedish companies. Since 2009 we have have helped over 8000 professionals connect with traditional companies such as as Ericsson, Skanska, ABB, Volvo and SAAB as well Swedish startups such as Spotify, TrueCaller, Klarna and Skype. We welcome talent with a multicultural background and knowledge of local cultures, languages and business markets. Industries we cover: Tech, Marketing & Communications, Events, Media, Retail, Travel, Hospitality, Finance, Gaming, Healthcare, Consulting
