Sustainability Programme Manager

Climate17 is seeking a Sustainability Programme Manager for a 12-month maternity cover in Watford, UK. The role involves managing sustainability programs in the food and consumer goods sector, reporting progress, and developing communication strategies. Candidates should have sustainability experience, project management skills, and a degree in a related field. The position offers hybrid working, requiring 2 office days per week, and a salary of £42K per year.
Sustainability Programme Manager – maternity contract
Our client is a leading charitable organisation who support the FMCG sector by providing commercial insight and support to drive action and make a tangible difference. They have an extensive partner list and far-reaching networks within the food and consumer goods sector and government departments

We are looking for a Sustainability Programme Manager to cover a 12-month maternity leave. This person will manage and deliver a range of sustainability programmes within the food and consumer goods industry, working in collaboration with a supportive and impact-driven team. There are good benefits on offer and hybrid working with 2 office days per week.

Responsibilities
• Ownership of key sustainability programmes, meeting targets and working within budget.
• Reporting on progress, aware of risks, opportunities and planning for contingency.
• Develop relevant content for reports, briefing notes and online articles.
• Analyse market trends and customer feedback for continuous improvement and potential opportunities.
• Work closely with marketing teams to develop communication strategy and ensure consistency and accuracy in all written content.
• Maintain and build trusted relationships with a wide-ranging network of industry professionals and corporates, government departments, NGO’s and academics.
• Represent the organisation in various meetings, events and workshops.
Requirements
• Prior sustainability experience gained from within the UK food and consumer goods sector, knowledge of Scope3 reporting or environmental labelling is preferable.
• Project Management skills, including strong organisation capabilities and a flexible attitude to changing priorities.
• Degree level education in Sustainability or similar subject.
• Confident communicator with the ability engage with a wide range of senior executives and drive programmes.

About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.