Responsible Business Executive (m/w/d)

Bird & Bird LLP; Düsseldorf; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading law firm is seeking a Responsible Business Executive to join their team in Düsseldorf. In this role, you'll coordinate pro bono initiatives, support sustainability reporting, and engage with NGOs. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a passion for ESG and sustainability topics. This position offers flexible working arrangements, extensive training opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Join us to make a meaningful impact in responsible business practices.

Leistungen

Mobile working and flexible arrangements

Training through Bird & Bird Academy

Monthly travel allowance

Urban Sports Club benefits

Family service support

Qualifikationen

• Genuine passion for ESG and sustainability topics.
• Confidence in stakeholder communication across levels.
• Excellent writing and presentation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams effectively.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate pro bono matters across the global network.
• Support sustainability reporting and data collation.
• Maintain records of pro bono hours and outcomes.
• Engage with NGOs and community partners.

Kenntnisse

Understanding of responsible business

Strong communication skills

Adaptability to new software

Organizational skills

Creative problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Jobbeschreibung

Discover ‘A world of possible’ - Truly collegial, super curious, all‐round respectful - working at Bird & Bird means constantly discovering new opportunities. We pride ourselves on our supportive working environment, where every employee is valued and respected as an expert and a person. Our diversity is our strength and we welcome your uniqueness.

Join Bird & Bird in Hamburg, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt or Munich and strengthen our global Responsible Business team as a Responsible Business Executive (m/w/d).

What you will find with us

• Coordinate the intake, scoping and allocation of pro bono matters across our global network.
• Support sustainability reporting by collating data for annual reports, client RFPs, ESG ratings and award submissions.
• Maintain accurate records of pro bono hours and outcomes, whilst drafting compelling communications that highlight the impact of our community work.
• Support NGOs, charities and community partners across multiple offices, ensuring a seamless experience for all stakeholders.
• Track supplier compliance with ESG criteria and ethical sourcing requirements, helping to identify risks and opportunities within our value chain.
• Work closely with our Head of Responsible Business to ensure risk registers, ESG assessments and due diligence requirements stay on track.
• Actively engage in diverse responsible business projects and initiatives that support both short and long‑term priorities.

What you bring to the table

• A genuine passion and solid understanding of responsible business, ESG and sustainability topics.
• Confidence in communicating with stakeholders at all levels across our global network.
• Quick adaptability to new IT software, complemented by strong Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent writing and presenting abilities that bring content to life.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple workstreams and competing priorities.
• Integrity, professionalism and creative problem‑solving capabilities.
• A proactive mindset, comfortable working independently and using your own initiative.

What we offer you

• We promote a healthy work‑life integration through mobile working and flexible working arrangements.
• Extensive training and development opportunities are available through our Bird & Bird Academy.
• We support your commute to the office via public transport with a monthly travel allowance for your ticket.
• Take advantage of Urban Sports Club's comprehensive offering, benefit from our bike leasing scheme and make use of Corporate Benefits.
• We partner with a family service that advises and supports you on matters including parental leave, childcare and care for relatives.
• We live Bird & Bird! Look forward to an exciting network, attractive firm and sports events – both national and international – and experience genuine team spirit with us.

Have we sparked your interest?

Then we look forward to receiving your application via your Talent Rocket profile!