Your new companyA highly ranked, award winner, professional services organisation that has been nominated as "best place to work" for the past 3 years in a roll. If you want to work in a progressive environment, in an organisation committed to sustainability, social value, and reducing its environmental impact, this job could be a great fit for you.
Your new role
- Enable the firm to meet regulatory and client requirements for environmental planning, performance, and evidence.
- Progress the firm's Environmental Strategy, Environmental Management System (EMS), performance, reporting, and ISO 14001 certification.
- Responding to growing client demand related to environmental performance, including providing evidence for pitches, tenders, and social value.
- Deliver significant progress toward our Net Zero commitment, aligned with Science-Based Targets.
- Complete environmental disclosures and reporting (e.g., CDP, Carbon Reduction Plan, Ecovadis assessment).
- Lead the Environment Committee, setting direction, analysing data, and delivering actions.
- Engage with clients, represent the firm in external forums, and communicate our environmental achievements.
- Collaborate with procurement and supply chain to achieve Scope 3 carbon emission reduction and ESG targets.
- Work closely with Building Management teams to identify energy-saving opportunities.
- Minimise environmental risks and maximise opportunities across our project portfolio.
What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified environmental professional (e.g., ISO 14001 Lead Auditor, Environmental Management IEMA or equivalent).
- Desirable knowledge of carbon-related reporting frameworks (CDP and TCFD).
- Experience in professional services or a similar environment.
- Strong influencing, presenting and stakeholder management abilities.
- Excellent communication skills, including report writing.
- Strategic thinking combined with attention to detail.
- Proficient in data management and analysis.
- Project management expertise.
What you'll get in returnAmazing benefits: a flexible, progressive work environment, an opportunity to influence and move the sustainability agenda forward within the organisation.
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