Job description
ESG Lead - North West England
Do you want to work for an independent, family owned business spanning five generations, one whose purpose is to enable trade by providing certainty through the global supply chain.
As ESG Lead you will be tasked to support the development of the businesses strategic approach to the Environment, Social and Governance (ESG).
Your main purpose in the role of ESG Lead will be to support the development of the businesses global ESG approach and then, with the support of the Executive and Senior Management team, implement that strategy and put in place the framework to monitor its progress.
Working in close quarters with the businesses Compliance, Communications and Commercial teams, you will support the organisations commitment to the environment, social factors and strong and transparent governance.
Ideally as the successful candidate you will have worked as an ESG/Sustainability Consultant over the last few years, educated to degree level in a relevant field with vast experience and understanding of ISO: IEC 17025, 17020, 9001, 14001 and 45001. You will utilise this experience to support the development and coordination of and the maintenance of the businesses ESG strategies. As part of your role as ESG Advisor you will be responsible for the development and implementation of environmental policies & procedures, action plans, ensuring the business meets all relevant legislation and industry best practice.
You will produce ESG reports, assuming lead responsibility in the group and set organisational sustainability targets, developing plans to meet those targets and oversee their delivery. Additionally, you will support the company's philanthropic activities to ensure ESG goals are fulfilled.
Geographical awareness and cultural understanding will play a key role in your success in this position as will a proven ability to adapt to new industries/environments and workplace cultures.
This is a hybrid working role is based in the North West of England, Hybrid working is considered 3 days remote working, 2 days office based.
In return you will receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.
For an informal chat about this role please contact Spencer via email at scooney@allen-york.com
All applications will be reviewed and appraised as soon as they are received.
Allen & York - delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.
