ESG Compliance Audit Services

Independent assessment of your current ESG compliance position. Comprehensive audit covering environmental, social, and governance requirements with practical recommendations for improvement.

What We Audit

Environmental Compliance

Carbon reporting (SECR, TCFD)
Energy efficiency compliance
Waste management requirements
Environmental permits and licenses
Water usage and discharge compliance
Biodiversity and natural capital

Social Compliance

Health and safety requirements
Modern slavery compliance
Gender pay gap reporting
Employee wellbeing standards
Community impact assessment
Supply chain social standards

Governance Compliance

Board diversity requirements
Executive remuneration disclosure
Risk management frameworks
Anti-corruption policies
Data protection compliance
Stakeholder engagement processes

Our Audit Process

1
1 week

1. Scoping & Planning

Define audit scope, objectives, and methodology tailored to your organization.

Deliverables:

Audit plan
Stakeholder interviews schedule
Documentation requirements
2
2 weeks

2. Documentation Review

Comprehensive review of policies, procedures, and compliance documentation.

Deliverables:

Document analysis
Gap identification
Initial findings report
3
1 week

3. On-site Assessment

Site visits, staff interviews, and practical compliance verification.

Deliverables:

Site assessment reports
Interview summaries
Process observations
4
1 week

4. Reporting & Recommendations

Detailed audit report with findings, recommendations, and action plan.

Deliverables:

Executive summary
Detailed findings
Priority action plan
Implementation timeline

Common Audit Findings

Incomplete Carbon Reporting

Found in 65% of audits

Organizations often have gaps in Scope 3 emissions calculation or SECR compliance.

Typical Solution:

Comprehensive carbon footprint assessment and SECR compliance review

Weak Governance Frameworks

Found in 55% of audits

Board-level oversight of ESG risks and opportunities often lacks structure.

Typical Solution:

ESG governance framework development and board training programmes

Inadequate Data Systems

Found in 70% of audits

ESG data collection and management systems are often manual and unreliable.

Typical Solution:

ESG data management system design and implementation

Supply Chain Blind Spots

Found in 80% of audits

Limited visibility into supply chain ESG practices and compliance.

Typical Solution:

Supply chain ESG assessment and monitoring programmes

Policy-Practice Gaps

Found in 45% of audits

Well-written policies not effectively implemented in practice.

Typical Solution:

Implementation review and operational improvement recommendations

Benefits of ESG Audit

Risk Identification

Identify compliance gaps before they become regulatory or reputational issues.

Competitive Benchmarking

Understand your ESG performance relative to industry standards and competitors.

Investor Readiness

Prepare for ESG due diligence and demonstrate commitment to stakeholders.

Regulatory Preparation

Stay ahead of evolving ESG regulations and reporting requirements.

Operational Efficiency

Identify opportunities to improve processes and reduce compliance costs.

Strategic Planning

Inform ESG strategy development with comprehensive baseline assessment.

Sample Audit Recommendations

High Priority

Implement SECR Compliance

Establish energy consumption tracking and emissions calculation for mandatory SECR reporting.

Medium Priority

Board ESG Training

Provide director-level training on climate risk oversight and sustainability governance.

Future Planning

UK SRS Preparation

Begin preparation for UK Sustainability Reporting Standards effective 2027.

Investment

£8,500 - £25,000

Complete ESG compliance audit

Focused Audit
£8,500
Single site, specific compliance area
Comprehensive Audit
£15,000
Full ESG audit, medium organization
Enterprise Audit
£25,000+
Large organizations, multiple sites

Follow-up compliance support available

Ready for an ESG Health Check?

Contact us today to discuss your ESG compliance audit requirements and timeline.