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ESG Associate - Lloyds Living

Lloyds Banking Group • United Kingdom • Added on Aug 5, 2026
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As part of the newly established ESG Desk, you will take ownership of the technical data and carbon modelling that underpins the sustainability strategy for a rapidly expanding residential portfolio. You will be responsible for translating complex environmental data into actionable insights for the investment and operations teams, ensuring the business remains on track for its net-zero targets while managing bi-annual carbon reporting.

This role sits at the intersection of finance and housing, offering a rare chance to influence the decarbonisation of the UK rental market at scale. By embedding ESG into the end-to-end lifecycle of thousands of homes, you directly contribute to making sustainable living accessible and affordable for thousands of residents across the country. Your work ensures that the group’s ‘Helping Britain Prosper’ mission is backed by robust, verifiable climate data.

This suits someone who possesses a high degree of comfort with data modelling and carbon accounting, yet enjoys the challenge of translating these technical findings for non-specialist internal stakeholders and executive leadership.

Job FAQs

What are the main missions and responsibilities of this role?

The core of this role involves leading technical development and data analysis for ESG initiatives, specifically focusing on carbon emission calculations and forecasting models. You will be the primary person responsible for the bi-annual reporting of carbon emissions, ensuring that data is accurate and compliant with the broader Group Sustainable Business requirements. Beyond data, you will collaborate with the Investment and Operations teams to forecast how new acquisitions and property management strategies impact the portfolio's net-zero glidepath. You will also take a lead on delivering specific ESG pillars, ranging from environmental retrofit projects to social impact and governance reporting.

Key learning opportunities for this job

You will gain deep expertise in carbon intensity reduction strategies and net-zero journey mapping within the real estate sector. This is a chance to master the technicalities of carbon forecasting and data dashboard management while working within a highly regulated financial services environment. Additionally, you will receive exposure to large-scale retrofit projects and social value initiatives, such as the Regeneration Brainery. The role offers a front-row seat to how a major bank integrates ESG into a commercial residential business, providing mentorship from the Head of ESG and senior stakeholders across Lloyds Banking Group.

How does the ideal candidate look like (experience, skills)?

The successful candidate must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to interpret complex datasets and provide clear, actionable business insights. Proficiency in carbon emission modelling and a high level of PowerPoint expertise for executive-level storytelling are essential. You should be a collaborative communicator who can simplify technical ESG concepts for various internal teams. While a formal sustainability qualification is a plus, the business prioritizes a proactive mindset and a proven track record of managing multiple workstreams to meet tight reporting deadlines.

Advice to stand out and make a successful application

Focus your application on your technical data proficiency. Rather than just stating you are 'passionate about ESG,' provide concrete examples of how you have used data to influence a business decision or improve a reporting process. Demonstrating an understanding of the UK housing market's unique carbon challenges will set you apart. Tailor your cover letter to show how you manage conflicting priorities. Given the small size of the ESG Desk, the hiring team will look for evidence that you are a self-starter who can take ownership of projects while effectively managing relationships with senior leaders and external house builders.

What aspects of the company's sustainability is this role likely to focus on?

This role is heavily focused on the decarbonisation of the built environment. You will likely spend significant time on the carbon intensity reduction strategy, ensuring that the 6,500 homes currently owned—and future acquisitions—meet stringent environmental standards like the Zero Bills Homes initiative. There is also a strong emphasis on the social and governance pillars. You will contribute to the Modern Slavery Statement and social impact projects that promote diversity within the property sector, ensuring that sustainability is viewed as a holistic integration of environmental performance and social responsibility.

What are the main challenges someone in this role might face?

One of the primary challenges will be the data fragmentation often found in property management. Consolidating carbon data from various suppliers and house builders into a cohesive reporting model requires persistence and meticulous attention to detail. You may also face the challenge of balancing commercial realities with ambitious ESG targets. Effectively 'deputising' for the Head of ESG means you must be prepared to defend sustainability initiatives in rooms where financial returns are the primary focus, requiring a blend of diplomacy and data-backed persuasion.

How could a typical day look like for someone in this position?

A typical day might begin with refining a carbon forecasting model to assess the impact of a potential new housing acquisition. You might then transition to a meeting with the Data Team to enhance the ESG dashboard, ensuring the metrics are visible and useful for the broader operations staff. Your afternoon could involve travelling to a housing site to review a retrofit project or hosting an 'ESG Lunch & Learn' session to engage colleagues. The day often ends with drafting sections of the Group Sustainability Report or preparing a briefing for the Executive level on the progress of the carbon glidepath.

What are the opportunities for professional growth and development in this role?

Because the ESG Desk was only established in early 2025, there is significant 'first-mover' advantage for professional growth. You will have the opportunity to shape the processes and frameworks of a growing business unit from the ground up, positioning yourself as a key expert in residential ESG. Within the wider Lloyds Banking Group, there are vast opportunities for lateral or upward movement into more specialized sustainable finance or group-level sustainability roles. Success in this position could lead to more senior strategic roles as the Lloyds Living portfolio scales toward becoming one of the UK's largest landlords.

The main stakeholders you might be interacting with

You will interact frequently with the Investment and Operations teams to align sustainability goals with business growth. You will also work closely with the Data Team and the Group Sustainable Business (GSB) unit to ensure reporting alignment across the entire bank. External interactions will include house builders and suppliers during site visits to verify environmental standards. Internally, you will also engage with senior executives and the Head of ESG, occasionally representing the department in high-level governance meetings.

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