Sustainability Lead

Bell Integration

  • Portsmouth
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
OverviewThe Sustainability Lead will play a pivotal role in driving Bell's sustainability initiatives, focusing on climate change, economic, and social impacts. This position will ensure successful delivery against the NetZero Transition Plan, while actively participating in the Sustainability committee; covers ESG and CSR initiatives. The Sustainability Lead will lead the development and implementation of an environmental sustainability strategy that enhances Bell's reputation as a leading IT provider both in the UK and internationally.Responsibilities1. Sustainability Leadership:
  • Provide leadership on sustainability issues, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies regarding climate change and social responsibility.
  • Actively engage in Bell’s Sustainability committee to promote sustainability initiatives across the organisation.
2. Strategy Development:
  • Develop and implement an environmental sustainability strategy, incorporating best practices and innovative solutions.
  • Review and enhance the existing sustainability strategy to reflect current trends and future opportunities for improvement.
3. Project Support:
  • Collaborate with divisional functions to identify, analyse, and justify sustainability projects, ensuring effective impact assessments and business case development.
  • Create a comprehensive plan for the delivery of sustainability initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
4. Reporting and KPIs:
  • Develop and maintain reporting frameworks on sustainability indicators and KPIs, tracking performance and progress against targets.
  • Prepare sustainability disclosures for annual accounts, including SECR (Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting) and ESOS (Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme) submissions.
  • Prepare the annual TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures) report.
5. Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to raise awareness and engagement in sustainability.
  • Engage with suppliers to promote sustainable practices, ensuring ethical sourcing and responsible procurement methods.
6. Waste Management:
  • Streamline waste processes by improving, reducing, re-using, and recycling initiatives to enhance environmental impact.
7. Continuous Improvement:
  • Share ideas, knowledge, and best practices across the organisation to foster a culture of continuous improvement in sustainability efforts by driving change through legal requirements, ISO best practice, UN Sustainability goals, TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures), SBT’s (Science Based Targets) and other mechanisms.
  • Monitor trends and changes in sustainability practices to ensure Bell remains at the forefront of industry developments.
QualificationsSKILLS
  • Several years of experience in sustainability roles, demonstrating a proven track record of delivering against NetZero Transition Plans and sustainability disclosures.
  • Experience with TCFD reporting.
  • Experience with UN Sustainability model and reporting.
  • Experience with SBT’s (Science Based Targets) to enhance corporate sustainability strategy and align Bell’s strategic goals.
  • Relevant sustainability or environmental management qualifications (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 50001).
  • Extensive knowledge of climate change, carbon footprint reduction, and sustainable business practices.
  • Experience in engaging with EcoVadis, CSR, and ESG initiatives, which all form part of the ‘sustainability’ strategy for Bell.
BEHAVIOURS
  • Proactive and Independent: Able to work independently, taking initiative, and being an engaged team member.
  • Collaborative and Approachable: Open and approachable, skilled in fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Pragmatic Problem Solver: Able to balance compliance and risk requirements with business objectives, using a practical approach to challenges.
What we care about:At Bell, we believe that we are stronger together, and promote an open, collaborative culture where everyone is encouraged to be involved in the shaping of our business.We value diversity!We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and work hard to ensure that all of our staff have the opportunity to thrive within a friendly and inclusive environment.Why join Bell:Why join bell:
  • We prioritise internal development opportunities and offer access to our Udemy training platform with over 5000 training courses
  • Competitive Salary
  • Flexible remote working
  • A generous company pension
  • 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays and the option to purchase 5 extra days!
  • Healthcare and dental insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • A diverse and inclusive work culture
  • Modern vibrant workplaces
  • Exclusive discounts with major retailers, discount gym memberships and access to our wellness centre

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