You will be tasked with developing and implementing sustainability strategies that align with the company’s net zero targets. You will be expected to monitor and measure the success of those strategies. In addition
the role will include the following responsibilities: Ensuring compliance with relevant sustainability standards and regulations including SECR
ESOS and EPR Developing carbon reduction plans and targets
driving actions and recording data Preparing sustainability reports as and when required Managing resources such as energy
waste and materials to reduce overall environmental impact Preparing sustainability information for annual accounts Developing relationships with stakeholders (both internal and external) to develop awareness and engagement of sustainability and ESG activity Promoting best practice – current and future in relation to sustainability Developing sustainability KPIs and a performance dashboard
and implement a cross-organisational sustainability performance monitoring programme to track data and ensure it is auditable and aligns with our sustainability strategy Working with colleagues across the business to embed sustainability considerations across our operations and align suppliers to our sustainability goals Leading delivery of our environmental commitments
including our net zero targets and emissions reduction roadmap
and waste and circularity. coordinating and leading input from external consultants Working hours Mon - Fri 8.30am - 5.00pm (core office hours of 7.00am-7.00pm Monday-Friday). Who you are The successful candidate must be a proactive and confident self-starter with a strong ownership mind-set
who is not afraid to jump into projects and build their understanding ‘on-the-go’. They should also be able to offer the following: Sustainability or environmental management qualification at degree level or equivalent Extensive knowledge of climate change and the reduction of carbon footprint within scope 1
2 and 3 Experience in sustainability management and strategy development Excellent presentation skills and ability to present to stakeholders at all levels Strong interpersonal skills including communication
relationship building
negotiation
decision making and influencing people High level of self-management skills including organisation and planning
self-motivation
creating thinking and emotional intelligence The following would also be highly desirable: Relevant qualification or equivalent business experience in sustainability A depth of knowledge and passion for sustainability
with subject matter expertise in a range of environmental areas including net zero pathways and waste and circularity Familiarity with Planet Mark Certification Experience using carbon modelling tools
such as One Click LCA Experience with BREEAM Proficiency using a range of basic PC-based IT systems (Word
Excel
Outlook
PowerPoint
Teams etc)