Compliance and Sustainability Assistant - Fresh Produce

ZipRecruiter; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Fresh Produce supplier in the UK is seeking a Compliance and Sustainability Assistant to join their technical division. This role involves supporting the delivery of sustainability strategies and managing key areas like food waste and energy emissions. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and possess strong communication and administrative skills. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate with a relevant degree in Environmental Science, Geography, or Agronomy.
• Exposure to climate change and sustainable agriculture is essential.
• Ability to communicate confidently and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing food waste and greenhouse gas emissions.
• Support the technical compliance team with administrative tasks.
• Gather data through supplier contacts and relationship building.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Relationship building

High IT competency

Education

Environmental Science Degree

Geography Degree

Agronomy Degree

Tools

Power BI

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

We currently offer a fantastic opportunity to join a successful Fresh Produce supplier, who are at the forefront of their product categories within the industry. We are seeking a Compliance and Sustainability Assistant to work within the technical division of the business, with a dedicated Compliance & Sustainability team.

The opportunity of Compliance and Sustainability Assistant will report to the Head of Technical and become a key member of the team with the delivery of the Group Sustainable Development Strategy and Environmental Sustainability Policy.

The Compliance and Sustainability role will assist in managing 4 key areas: Food Waste, Energy & Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions, Sustainable Agriculture, and Sustainability Insights, Data & Reporting.

Responsibilities include:

1. Work with attention to detail across all technical / compliance platforms.
2. Work with colleagues to monitor and maintain supplier due diligence.
3. Support the technical compliance team in an administrative function.
4. Data gathering, through supplier contact and relationship building.

We require:

• A Graduate with a relevant Environmental Science / Geography / Agronomy Degree, with exposure to climate change, food waste, sustainable agriculture / manufacturing.
• Exposure to the Fresh Produce sector, with Fruit categories being highly advantageous.
• Ability to communicate confidently at all levels, with professionalism and commitment.
• High level of Administration and team support ability in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to work accurately and with attention to detail being paramount.
• High IT competency; Power BI, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm, with some flexibility required.

Salary: up to £32k + excellent benefits - dependent on experience.

Location: Kent