Sales Executive - Sustainability Services - Remote - USA

<p><strong>Sales Executive – Sustainability | Freelance</strong></p><p><strong>Location: United States | Fully remote</strong></p><p><strong>1099 Contract</strong></p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> Uncapped commission, Commission only</p><p><strong>Build the US market with us</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We're looking for an ambitious, commercially driven <strong>Sales Executive</strong> to help build and grow the presence of a sustainability consultancy in the U.S. <strong><em>Please note this is a freelance, commission only position.</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>This is an opportunity for someone who already knows how to sell, understands the sustainability landscape, and wants the <strong>freedom to build their own pipeline and earning potential</strong> without the constraints of a traditional sales role.</p><p><br></p><p>You'll take ownership of developing new business in the US — opening doors, building relationships with senior decision-makers, and turning opportunities into long-term client relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>You'll work closely with an experienced international team, giving you access to marketing support, sales materials, and sustainability experts when you need them, while keeping ownership of your client relationships and commercial success.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What you'll do</strong></p><ul><li>Build and develop a strong pipeline of new business opportunities across the US.</li><li>Use your network and market knowledge to open doors with potential clients.</li><li>Build trusted relationships with senior decision-makers and understand their business challenges.</li><li>Position relevant sustainability solutions around genuine client needs.</li><li>Own the sales journey from <strong>first conversation through to close</strong>.</li><li>Develop long-term client relationships and identify opportunities for future growth.</li><li>Work with our marketing and consulting teams to strengthen opportunities and proposals.</li><li>Stay close to developments in sustainability, climate, and ESG to bring relevant insights to prospects.</li><li>Ensure a smooth handover from sales to our delivery team.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>What we're looking for</strong></p><p><strong>We're looking for someone who combines commercial drive with genuine sustainability expertise.</strong></p><ul><li><strong>5+ years of B2B sales or business development experience</strong>, ideally within sustainability.</li><li>Previous experience selling sustainability consultancy or related services.</li><li><strong>An established network and strong understanding of the US business market. Connections with manufacturers, logistics and similar industries is ideal.</strong></li><li>Experience selling sustainability, ESG, consulting, professional services, or related solutions.</li><li>A confident relationship builder who is comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders.</li><li>Strong commercial instincts and experience managing consultative or complex sales cycles.</li><li>Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable creating opportunities rather than waiting for leads.</li><li>Highly independent and organized, with the discipline to manage your own pipeline and activity.</li><li>Comfortable working remotely and collaborating with an international team.</li><li>A genuine passion for sustainability and a desire to help businesses make meaningful progress.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why this opportunity?</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Uncapped earning potential</li><li>There's <strong>no ceiling on your commission</strong>. The more business you develop and close, the more you earn.</li><li>Build something of your own</li><li>You'll have real ownership of the US market and the freedom to leverage your network, relationships, and sales expertise to create opportunities.</li><li>Independent, but supported</li><li>You won't be starting from scratch. Y<strong>ou'll have access to sales materials, marketing support, technical sustainability expertise, and onboarding from an experienced international team.</strong></li><li><strong>Work with purpose</strong></li><li>Sustainability is no longer a nice-to-have for businesses. Companies are facing increasing pressure from customers, investors, regulators, and supply chains to take action on sustainability.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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