Sustainability
consulting
with Hays

Sustainable strategy development, compliance checks and experienced specialists from one place

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Sustainability is firmly established in the world of work and has an impact on almost all areas of business. Organisations are therefore turning to sustainability consulting to invest in a greener future, comply with new legislation and gain a long-term competitive advantage.

We help organisations of all sectors and sizes to achieve their sustainability goals. Achieve your goals with Hays!

Sustaina­bi­li­ty Con­sul­ting:
Holistic solutions for a sustainable future

CSRD, CSDDD, EU Taxonomy, EUDR or CBAM - compliance with complex environmental regulations and standards can be a challenge for many organisations for which they feel unprepared. At the same time, integrating sustainability into corporate strategy offers a wide range of opportunities for companies. Tapping into new markets, promoting innovation or cost savings are just some of the potential benefits.

Our team of sustainability consultants will help you to identify potential competitive advantages and fulfil regulatory requirements at the same time. We also develop a customised sustainability strategy that makes your company fit for the future.

The benefits of sustainability consulting with us

Together with our green business partners, we advise you on all aspects of ESG, green transformation and sustainability. Benefit from our experience, pragmatic implementation and cost-efficient solutions. We always keep our focus on your profitability and develop solutions that harmonise ecological responsibility with business success.

Individualised support

No matter what challenges you are facing: We understand what is important when it comes to CSRD, sustainability strategy or supply chain law and always advise you with a commercial focus.

Experience and expertise

Our consultants have extensive experience in sustainability consulting and sustainability report assurance. We bring immediate expertise and proven methodologies to accelerate implementation.

Cost efficiency

By working with qualified freelancers and partner companies, we are more cost-effective than well-known consulting firms without compromising on quality. You get excellent value for money.

Everything from the same place

In addition to our consulting services, we offer sustainability recruiting that helps you find best green specialists who fit exactly into your company - regardless of the type of contract.

Our solutions as sustainability consulting

Sector-specific green business solutions
Green Energy
Renewables - Grid - Storage - E-Efficiency
Green Mobility Automotive
E-car - Battery - Charging infrastructure
Green Mobility Railmotive
E-, battery-, H2 railcar – infrastructure
Sustainable Buildings
Sustainable Design - EPD - Smart Building
Green Manufacturing
Low Carbon Technologies - P2X - CCUS
Green Banking & Insurance
ESG - SFDR - MaRisk - EUGBS
Green business solutions across all sectors
Sustainability Management
Strategy - CSRD - EU Taxonomy – SDG
Carbon Management
Net-Zero Strategy - SBT - PCF - CCF
Sustainable Supply Chain
LkSG - CS3D - Supplier-Mgmt. & Audit
Sustainable Workforce
HSE - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Circular Economy
Circular products & business models
Energy and environmental management
EMAS - ISO 14001 - LCA - Audits

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We support you with first-class consulting services from our experienced experts.
Sustainability as business opportunity
Realizing cost benefits
Meet compliance
Minimize risks

These customers trust our Green Business Services

In the past, we have already been able to support clients such as Deutsche Bahn, BMW and Siemens in the area of sustainability and the environment, thereby contributing to a greener future.

Selected consulting services from our service portfolio

Our comprehensive consulting services in the areas of sustainability strategy and regulation, carbon consulting, sustainable supply chains, circular economy and environmental management help you to make your company future-proof, compliant and resource-efficient. Benefit from our experience, pragmatic implementation and cost-efficient solutions.
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CSRD Consultancy

We support you in the compliant implementation of the CSRD Directive, from the initial analysis to the preparation of a comprehensive CSRD report.

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Sustainable Workforce Consulting

We help you to develop all (social) sustainability issues that affect your own employees, e.g. occupational health and safety, diversity, fair wages, further training.

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Sustainable Supply Chain Consulting 

A look at a company's supply chain is essential for a sustainable future. We ensure that your supply chain complies with all regulations.

Sustainability at Hays

Establishing sustainable thinking and action at all levels of the company is also our own aspiration. To this end, we have developed a sustainability strategy and issued a declaration of compliance with the German Sustainability Code (DNK). Since the end of 2021, Hays has officially been a climate-neutral organization. We received the HR Excellence Award 2023 in the Sustainability Management & Social Engagement category for our corporate volunteering program Helping for your tomorrow. We were also honoured with the German Sustainability Award in 2024.
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We support you with first-class consulting services from our experienced experts.
Sustainability as business opportunity
Realizing cost benefits
Meet compliance
Minimize risks

Our team of experts for your sustainability advice

  • Green Business
  • Corporate Sustainability
  • Green Energy
  • Green Mobility Automotive
  • Green Mobility Railmotive
  • Sustainable Buildings
Paul Endres
Head of Channel Green Business
Central contact person for Green Business
Benjamin Seibel
Senior Head of Department, Sociologist
Contact for Corporate Sustainability
Lars Janßen
Managing Expert
Contact for Green Energy
Dominik Strohhäcker
Senior Head of Department
Contact for Green Mobility Automotive
Ingo Sauer
Senior Head of Department
Contact for Green Mobility Railmotive
Nicolas Nannen
Team Leader Sustainability & Green Business
Contact for Sustainable Buildings

Sustainability recruiting and consulting:
What happens after your request

Make an appointment
We will contact you as soon as possible to arrange an appointment for a non-binding consultation with our experts.
Free initial consultation
In the free initial consultation, we discuss your ESG challenges and develop a suitable solution. This includes substantive advice and the identification of a suitable solution.
Start of sustainability consulting
After just a few days, we can start implementing the consulting service.

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions about sustainability consulting

At Hays Sustainability Consulting, we determine the focus entirely according to the client's ideas. This may involve preparing a CSRD report, developing a sustainability strategy or providing support on the path to Net Zero. We provide you with specialists who will accompany you all the way.

At Hays Sustainability Consulting, we determine the focus entirely according to the client's ideas. This may involve preparing a CSRD report, developing a sustainability strategy or providing support on the path to Net Zero. We provide you with specialists who will accompany you all the way.


The duration of our consultancy is customised to the client's wishes. Depending on the scope of the consultation and project, Hays sustainability consulting can last anywhere from a few weeks to several months.

The duration of our consultancy is customised to the client's wishes. Depending on the scope of the consultation and project, Hays sustainability consulting can last anywhere from a few weeks to several months.


After your enquiry, you will receive feedback from our experts within a few days, who will arrange an appointment with you for a non-binding and free initial consultation. During this initial meeting, we will find out together how we can best support you and draw up an initial roadmap for the course of the counselling. This will be adapted and optimised over time.

After your enquiry, you will receive feedback from our experts within a few days, who will arrange an appointment with you for a non-binding and free initial consultation. During this initial meeting, we will find out together how we can best support you and draw up an initial roadmap for the course of the counselling. This will be adapted and optimised over time.


Sustainability consulting is suitable for all companies, regardless of size and sector, because sustainability has a firm place in the world of work. The topic has an impact on almost all areas of the company, is considered relevant to success and is often part of the company's strategic goals.

Sustainability consulting is suitable for all companies, regardless of size and sector, because sustainability has a firm place in the world of work. The topic has an impact on almost all areas of the company, is considered relevant to success and is often part of the company's strategic goals.