Calum Pollock
Ayr,South Ayrshire
Summary
Passionate sustainability professional with 4+ years’ experience as a Sustainability Analyst, supporting organizations with ESG reporting and sustainability strategy through digital solutions. Experienced in working with global ESG frameworks and helping clients navigate an evolving regulatory landscape.
Previously gained experience in sustainable development within local government while completing a BSc in Environmental Management at Glasgow Caledonian University. Motivated by creating practical, data-driven solutions that help organizations contribute to addressing global environmental and social challenges.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sustainability Analyst
World Wide Generation
London, United, Kingdom
2022.02 - Current
- Supported organisations in delivering ESG and sustainability disclosures via a digital reporting platform aligned with leading frameworks, including GRI, IFRS/CSRD, SASB, and TCFD.
- Partnered with global clients to align sustainability reporting with evolving regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations across environmental and social domains.
- Advised on key reporting processes, including data collection, materiality assessments, and preparation of robust, decision-useful disclosures.
- Led and managed a team responsible for maintaining and enhancing over 60 ESG frameworks, including standards mapping and underpinning research.
- Contributed to the development of ESG reporting tools on the platform, translating complex standards into practical, user-focused functionalities and guidance.
- Monitored emerging sustainability regulations and industry developments, ensuring platform content and client outputs remained accurate, compliant, and up to date.
Sustainable Development Intern
South Ayrshire Council
Ayr, South Ayrshire
2019.07 - 2020.01
- Completed a public sector internship as part of university studies, supporting the local authority’s Sustainable Development team.
- Contributed to the early implementation of the Sustainable Development Strategy, supporting the translation of policy into practice.
- Collaborated with cross-departmental teams to align sustainability targets with operational delivery.
- Supported objective setting and progress tracking against regional sustainability priorities.
- Gained experience in stakeholder engagement, governance, and cross-functional delivery of sustainability initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow 2017.08 - 2021.07
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Queen Margaret Academy
AyrSkills
Core ESG & Analytical Skills
- Sustainability & ESG reporting (GRI, IFRS/CSRD, SASB, TCFD)
- ESG data analysis, visualisation, and reporting techniques
- Regulatory compliance monitoring and interpretation
- Materiality assessments and sustainability data collection
- Stakeholder engagement and client communication
Technical & Digital Skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel (data analysis, modelling, reporting)
- Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint and Word for client-ready outputs
- Experience working with structured data formats (eg JSON) for ESG platforms
- Familiarity with digital reporting tools and ESG data platforms
Tools & Ways of Working
- Experience with project management tools (eg Jira)
- Strong organisational and client-facing skills
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sustainability Analyst
World Wide Generation
2022.02 - Current
Sustainable Development Intern
South Ayrshire Council
2019.07 - 2020.01
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
Glasgow Caledonian University
2017.08 - 2021.07
Scottish Qualifications Certificate -
Queen Margaret Academy