Anthesis Group is a leading global sustainability consultancy dedicated to driving corporate performance through environmental and social impact. With a workforce of over 1,250 experts worldwide, the firm provides end-to-end services ranging from ESG strategy and carbon footprinting to circular economy implementation and sustainable finance for a diverse portfolio of global clients. In Spain, Anthesis established a major presence through its 2019 merger with the long-standing Spanish sustainability firm Lavola. This heritage gives the company a unique blend of local expertise and global reach, making it an attractive hub for international professionals. The Spanish offices often serve as centers of excellence for global functions, offering roles that support international markets in English while maintaining a strong connection to the local sustainability ecosystem.

Anthesis Group was founded in 2013 in London by a team of sustainability experts. It has grown rapidly through a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, including the 2019 merger with the Spanish sustainability pioneer Lavola.

Transactions & M&A Due Diligence Manager

Anthesis Group

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.
An opportunity to participate in the Anthesis Employee Participation Plan (EPP), an industry-pioneering employee incentive plan that allows all employees to be rewarded for the growth in the equity value of Anthesis.
Cooperative, supportive and open working atmosphere.

Original Advert

The Transactions & M&A Due Diligence Senior Consultant should lead ESG, EHS and sustainable finance due diligence assignments across mergers, acquisitions, divestments, refinancing and capital market transactions. The role supports investors, corporates, lenders and financial institutions by identifying value‑relevant ESG & EHS risks and opportunities, assessing regulatory and climate exposure, and translating sustainability insights into transaction‑ready decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead ESG/EHS due diligence for acquisitions, divestments and financing operations.
• Define scope and workplans aligned with transaction timelines and investor requirements.
• Coordinate with financial, legal, technical and commercial due diligence teams.
• Identify ESG/EHS risks and opportunities with direct relevance to value, pricing and risk allocation.
• Integrate ESG/EHS findings into deal structuring, financing conditions and contractual protections.
• Support green, social and sustainability‑linked finance transactions.
• Assess alignment with EU Taxonomy, SFDR and investor or lender ESG/EHS criteria
• Act as senior ESG/EHS due diligence lead for investors and corporate clients.
• Support business development and transaction pitches.
• Monitor regulatory and market trends affecting ESG/EHS expectations in transactions.
• Maintain technical, financial and contractual control of due diligence engagements.
• Ensure delivery of decision‑oriented, time‑critical outputs under transaction pressure.
• Lead and develop ESG/EHS due diligence teams.
• Ensure consistency of methodologies and knowledge transfer across transactions.

Skills & Expertise

Minimum 6-8 years' experience in ESG, EHS or sustainability due diligence within M&A, transaction advisory or professional services, with direct exposure to private equity, infrastructure, corporate M&A or financial institutions.
ESG/EHS Due Diligence methodologies.
Climate risk assessment in transactions.
EU Taxonomy, SFDR and CSRD implications for deals.
Green, social and sustainability‑linked finance frameworks knowledge.
Core competencies include transactional mindset, analytical synthesis, commercial acumen, and client‑facing communication under tight timelines.
Leadership competencies include decision‑making under uncertainty, managing high‑pressure teams, and stakeholder engagement with senior investors and advisers.