Burson Buchanan
Director, Sustainability - Burson Buchanan
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Who We Are
Burson Buchannan, part of WPP, is a team of experienced capital markets communications advisers with deep expertise across diverse sectors. We provide integrated communication solutions that support businesses throughout their corporate lifecycle—whether navigating challenges, managing growth, or amplifying success.
As strategic partners, we work with clients ranging from SMEs to FTSE 350 companies, delivering tailored strategies that drive impact. Our long-standing client relationships reflect the strength of our partnerships, and we have a proven track record of guiding small- and mid-cap companies to large-cap status across international exchanges.
WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
For more information visit bursonbuchanan.com
More About The Role
We are looking for a Director (or Associate Partner) to join our team as a strategic architect of client success. In this role, you will lead some of our significant sustainability mandates, primarily within the Energy, Natural Resources, and Leisure sectors.
As the market enters a new era of "reporting integration," you will be the lead consultant guiding clients through the pivot toward CSRD (ESRS) and ISSB (IFRS S1 & S2) compliance. This is not just about document production; it is about leading the "quantitative leap"—ensuring sustainability data is as robust, audit-ready, and strategically aligned as financial reporting. You will provide the high-level counsel that helps clients transform ESG from a compliance burden into a competitive advantage in the capital markets.
What You'll Do
Lead Strategic Mandates: You aren’t just a project manager; you are the primary strategic lead for high-profile international accounts. You will oversee the end-to-end delivery of complex sustainability and integrated reports, ensuring every piece of content moves "hearts, minds, and people. Lead (Double) Materiality Assessments: You will lead the deep-dive assessments that identify the ESG issues driving long-term value. You’ll help clients understand their impacts and risks, ensuring these insights are woven into their core business strategy. Master the Regulatory Frontier: You will be the expert voice in the room, advising clients on how to navigate the shift to mandatory disclosures (UK SRS, IFRS S1 & S2, and CSRD). You will ensure their reporting frameworks are resilient and future-proof. The Quantitative Leap: You will bridge the gap between "narrative qualitative" and "data-led quantitative" disclosure. You will work with clients to refine their KPIs, improve data governance, and ensure their non-financial metrics stand up to investor scrutiny. Nurture the Next Generation: You will provide consistent mentorship to our junior consultants, delegating with purpose and playing to individual strengths to ensure high-quality delivery. Drive Agency Innovation: You will contribute to the evolution of our proprietary tools and platforms (suck as Workiva and Ctrl Print). helping us build a "finance-grade" delivery model that sets the industry standard. Network Ambassador: As a "Burson Champion", you will collaborate across the global network, leveraging our EMEA and US platforms to cross-sell sustainability expertise to the world's most influential brands. Commercial Leadership: You will identify opportunities to extend existing mandates and lead high-stakes pitches, helping to secure and grow our multi-million-pound reporting pipeline.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Experience That Contributes To Success
The Mindset: You respond to challenges with openness, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning. You possess the "courageous tenacity" to challenge the status quo and push for positive change. Technical Fluency: Deep, hands-on experience with TCFD, SASB, and GRI is essential, alongside a clear roadmap for the adoption of ISSB and CSRD. Capital Markets Insight: You understand the "investor lens" and how ESG performance impacts valuation and access to capital. Quantitative Edge: An ability to handle data-led analysis. Candidates with financial modeling experience or a CFA/Chartered background will be highly regarded. Experience: 5 to 10 years in consultancy or corporate communications, with a proven track record of managing reporting projects.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
You Belong At Burson Buchanan
Our vision is for Burson Buchanan, a Burson Group Company, to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.
At Burson Buchanan, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
When you click the "Submit Application" button below, this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location