The posting
We are seeking a highly motivated Principal Consultant with deep subject matter expertise in nature-related dependencies, impacts, risks, and opportunities (DIROs). In this role, you will provide technical leadership and strategic insight to Anthesis clients across a wide array of sectors.
Your core mission will be to lead and deliver strategic client engagements while driving business development efforts, helping organizations assess and effectively respond to nature-related risks and opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership – Nature Frameworks & DIROs
- Act as a subject matter expert in nature-related DIRO assessments, applying TNFD-aligned methodologies to identify, assess, and prioritize nature-related risks and opportunities.
- Provide technical leadership on ESRS E4 (Biodiversity & Ecosystems), supporting clients in meeting CSRD disclosure requirements, including double materiality, metrics, and transition plans.
- Guide clients in SBTN target setting, including scoping, baseline development, and alignment with no conversion of natural ecosystems and freshwater targets.
- Lead the implementation of EUDR regulations, assisting clients in interpreting and operationalizing requirements such as due diligence systems, traceability, geolocation, and risk assessments.
- Ensure consistency with leading guidance, including AFi, the TNFD LEAP approach, and emerging best practices in nature-related financial risk management.
Project Management & Delivery of Client Projects
- Lead and deliver nature-related assessments (DIRO, footprinting, baselining) and translate outputs into clear priorities, action plans, and transition strategies.
- Support clients in embedding nature into enterprise risk management, strategy, and disclosures, including integration with climate, supply chain, and financial decision-making.
- Provide technical oversight and quality assurance across complex, multi-workstream engagements.
- Develop high-quality deliverables, including TNFD-aligned reports, ESRS disclosures, and executive-ready insights.
Strategic Advisory & Implementation
- Advise clients on operationalizing nature strategies, moving seamlessly from commitments and disclosure to implementation across value chains.
- Support the development of nature transition plans, including governance, KPIs, and monitoring frameworks.
- Translate technical findings into commercially relevant insights, articulating the business case for action on nature (risk mitigation, resilience, and growth opportunities).
Methodology & Offering Development
- Lead the development and refinement of Anthesis’ methodologies and tools for DIRO assessments, TNFD alignment, and EUDR/ESRS compliance.
- Contribute to internal knowledge development, ensuring Anthesis remains at the forefront of evolving nature frameworks and regulations.
- Develop reusable assets, templates, and training materials to scale delivery quality globally.
- Partner with digital teams to advance and scale our digital-based offerings.
Client & Business Development
- Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, acting as a strategic advisor on nature-related topics.
- Lead or support proposal development for opportunities related to EUDR, TNFD, SBTN, ESRS/CSRD, and nature strategy.
- Identify opportunities to expand client engagements from diagnostics (DIRO) to full implementation (targets, transition plans, and transformation).
Developing & Strengthening Team Expertise
- Mentor and coach consultants, building internal capability on TNFD, SBTN, ESRS, EUDR, and DIRO methodologies.
- Deliver internal and external training on nature-related frameworks and best practices.
- Contribute thought leadership to strengthen Anthesis’ market positioning in nature advisory.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Technical Expertise & Frameworks
- 8+ years of experience in nature, biodiversity, natural capital, or ecosystem services.
- Demonstrated expertise in nature-related DIRO assessments, including the practical application of TNFD (specifically the LEAP approach).
- Strong working knowledge of ESRS E4 (Biodiversity & Ecosystems) and broader CSRD requirements, including an understanding of double materiality and nature-related financial risk.
- Experience supporting or advising on SBTN target-setting or equivalent science-based approaches.
- Deep familiarity with leading frameworks, guidance, and disclosure standards, including TNFD, EUDR, SBTN, ESRS/CSRD, AFi, GRI, ISSB, and CDP (Forests/nature modules).
- Proven ability to assess value chain risks, land-use change, and ecosystem impacts.
Data, Analytics & Modeling
- Experience working with complex datasets and successfully translating technical outputs into strategic, business-relevant insights.
- Familiarity with technical tools such as GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS), geospatial data, natural capital assessment tools, and advanced Excel-based modeling.
Project Leadership & Client Delivery
- Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects and consistently deliver high-quality outputs.
- Strong capability to translate intricate technical frameworks into actionable business strategies.
- Experience working with multinational clients across diverse sectors (e.g., FMCG, retail, agriculture, and finance).
- Strong technical credibility seamlessly combined with strategic and commercial acumen.
Language Capabilities
- Fluency in English (both written and verbal) is strictly required for client delivery.
- Fluency in Spanish is a highly distinct advantage.
- Additional language capabilities are preferred to support global and regional engagements.
Mindset & Core Attributes
- Collaborative and globally minded, with the proven ability to work effectively across diverse cultures and time zones.
- Passionate about advancing nature-positive outcomes and driving systemic change.
- Detail-oriented, with a deep commitment to excellence and rigorous quality assurance.
- Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable operating in a fast-evolving regulatory and market landscape.
Eligibility to work
- Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the country of employment.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Job Benefits
- Work within a highly motivated team in an innovative and rapidly growing global company.
- Opportunity to have a direct impact and be a key part of the growth and development of the business and the team.
- Work solely on projects that have an impact on the sustainability and climate change goals/challenges for clients.
- Opportunity to work with, collaborate with and learn from sustainability SME’s who are passionate about the work they do and the impact Anthesis can have.
- Exposure to a wide range of clients and projects on a global basis.
- Competitive salary in line with, experience and skills.
- Cooperative, supportive and open working atmosphere.
