Sustainability Manager
The Sustainability Manager is a key figure within organizations, responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring strategies focused on environmental and social sustainability. By developing and implementing sustainability policies and managing reports, the Sustainability Manager promotes initiatives, engages employees and suppliers, and works to enhance the company’s image in terms of sustainability.
With experience in regulations and risk management, they are innovators who explore new technologies to improve the sustainability of business operations.
Salaries for this role can vary significantly[1]. A junior Sustainability Manager in Europe can expect an annual salary between €35,000 and €55,000, while a senior professional can earn between €60,000 and €90,000. In the global market, a junior can expect to earn between $50,000 and $70,000, while a senior can earn between $80,000 and $120,000+ annually.
Sustainability Analyst
A Sustainability Analyst is a professional who analyzes and monitors a company’s CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) performance by collecting data and creating reports that assess the impact of business activities on the planet and communities. Their work is crucial for companies looking to improve their sustainable practices, comply with environmental regulations, and strengthen their reputation.
By supporting teams in creating sustainable strategies, the Sustainability Analyst identifies potential risks associated with operations and reviews corporate policies for continuous improvement in environmental and social responsibility.
A junior Sustainability Analyst in Europe can earn between €30,000 and €50,000 annually, while globally, salaries range from $35,000 to $55,000. For senior positions, salaries range from €50,000 to €85,000 in Europe and from $60,000 to $90,000 globally.
ESG Consultant
The main task of an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Consultant is to help companies implement and improve their environmental, social, and governance policies in line with ESG regulations. By analyzing and assessing risks and the impact of business activities, the ESG Consultant is the reference for developing strategies to improve awareness in the company and drafting the reports necessary to comply with the United Nations Global Compact and EU sustainability criteria.
An ESG Consultant in Europe can expect to earn between €30,000 and €50,000 annually for a junior role, and between €70,000 and €100,000 for a senior. Globally, salaries range from $40,000 to $55,000 for juniors and from $90,000 to $135,000 for seniors.
Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
A Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a company’s CSR policies. Their main goal is to ensure that the company operates ethically and responsibly, not only regarding the environment but also concerning workers’ rights, community impact, and corporate governance.
They develop and implement CSR strategies, define corporate policies, monitor the company’s CSR performance, and oversee projects related to the community, environment, and governance. The CSR Manager is the company’s main point of contact for stakeholder engagement and public relations related to sustainability issues.
A junior CSR Manager in Europe can earn between €35,000 and €55,000 annually, while globally, salaries range from $40,000 to $65,000. Senior professionals can earn between €60,000 and €90,000 in Europe, and between $80,000 and $120,000 in the USA and globally.
Marketing Manager in Aziende B Corp
The Marketing Manager in a B Corp-certified company (a certification indicating that a business meets high standards for social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability) has a profile similar to a traditional Marketing Manager but with a particular focus on communicating the company’s social and environmental values.
They develop long-term marketing strategies to increase visibility while aligning with B Corp values. They communicate the company’s consistency with sustainability objectives and engage with customers and stakeholders to involve them in the company’s vision.
A junior Marketing Manager in a B Corp company in Europe can earn between €35,000 and €55,000 annually, while in the USA and global markets, salaries range from $40,000 to $60,000. A senior professional can earn between €60,000 and €90,000 annually in Europe, and between $80,000 and $120,000 globally.
Green Marketing Manager
A Green Marketing Manager is a professional who develops and implements marketing strategies focused on promoting sustainable, eco-friendly products and services. The main goal is to create a connection between the company and consumers by promoting solutions that reduce environmental impact, often using principles of sustainability, ecology, and green innovation.
Companies aiming to stand out in the global market are increasingly focusing on this type of marketing to address growing consumer concerns about environmental and social issues.
A junior Green Marketing Manager in Europe can expect an annual salary between €30,000 and €45,000, while a senior can earn between €50,000 and €75,000. In the global market, juniors can expect to earn between $40,000 and $60,000 annually, and seniors can earn between $70,000 and $100,000.
Energy Manager
An Energy Manager is a professional specialising in managing, optimizing, and reducing energy consumption within an organization. Their main task is to ensure that the company uses energy efficiently and economically, reducing costs and minimizing environmental impact. They work to implement strategies that improve energy efficiency, monitor and analyse consumption, design solutions to reduce waste, and promote the adoption of sustainable energy technologies.
A junior Energy Manager can expect an annual salary of between 35,000 and 50,000 euros in Europe, and between 45,000 and 65,000 dollars worldwide. For senior positions, the figures range between 55,000 and 90,000 euros per year in Europe and between 70,000 and 110,000+ dollars per year globally.
Sustainable Business Development Manager
A Sustainable Business Development Manager plays a central role in the development and growth of new business projects and opportunities that are not only economically viable but also environmentally and socially sustainable. They are responsible for integrating sustainability into business strategies, and creating solutions that balance economic objectives with ecological and social needs.
The Sustainable Business Development Manager seeks new business opportunities in sustainable sectors, develops strategic alliances with partners who share the same values, and promotes business practices that reduce the environmental and social impact of the company. They are essential for companies looking to transform into sustainable operators or expand their “green” business portfolio in response to growing consumer and investor demand for sustainability.
A Sustainable Business Development Manager in Europe can earn between €40,000 and €50,000 annually, while globally, salaries range from $50,000 to $70,000. Senior professionals can earn between €65,000 and €100,000+ annually in Europe, and between $80,000 and $120,000+ in the USA and globally.
[1] for all the professional figures analyzed, salaries vary depending on the country and city: in the main European capitals (London, Berlin, Paris) salaries are on average higher than in the rest of the EU. For the global market, we consider the advanced non-EU countries, making an average between the salaries in the USA, South America, China and Russia.
Sources: Glassdoor, Indeed, LinkedIn
