CSR and Sustainability Manager

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service management company seeks a CSR and Sustainability Manager to lead initiatives supporting sustainability and social value goals at the University of Greenwich. This role involves managing energy and waste reduction programs, community engagement, and enhancing students' employability. Candidates should have a degree in sustainability or environmental management and at least 3 years of relevant experience.A competitive benefits package is offered, including a performance-related bonus and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

5% Performance-related bonus

Holiday entitlement starts at 26 days

Contributory pension scheme

Opportunities for growth within the company

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in sustainability and/or social value delivery.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and frameworks like TOMs and ISO 14001.
• Memberships with IEMA, CIWM, or similar is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead energy, utilities, waste, and carbon-reduction programmes.
• Deliver initiatives promoting wellbeing and employability.
• Create engaging student welcome experiences and communications.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Education

Degree in sustainability or environmental management

Job description

Overview

CSR and Sustainability Manager role supporting the University of Greenwich in delivering sustainability and social value goals, with Sodexo alongside the university.

In this high-impact role, you’ll shape a greener, more socially responsible university campus through focus areas such as energy management, waste reduction, and carbon initiatives, as well as community engagement, student employability, and programmes that create measurable positive outcomes for students, staff, and the wider community.

Your work will support the University’s Sustainability Strategy, Sodexo’s Better Tomorrow 2025 vision, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, leaving a lasting legacy of innovation and positive change.

Responsibilities

• Sustainability & Environmental Impact
• Lead energy, utilities, waste, and carbon-reduction programmes across the campus.
• Monitor compliance with environmental legislation and industry best practice.
• Produce accurate reports on sustainability KPIs, utilities, and carbon data.
• Identify innovative opportunities for efficiency and environmental improvements.
• Train teams to embed sustainable behaviours across operations.
• Social Value & Community Engagement
• Deliver initiatives that promote wellbeing, equity, and employability.
• Coordinate programmes such as DFN Project SEARCH to support neurodiverse employment opportunities.
• Build partnerships to support community engagement and volunteering activities.
• Drive sustainability education campaigns and awareness across the university.
• Student Experience & Communications
• Create inclusive and engaging student welcome experiences and employability workshops.
• Deliver regular communication campaigns, from newsletters to social media, to keep staff and students engaged.
• Gather and analyse stakeholder feedback to continuously improve programmes.

What you bring

• A degree in sustainability, environmental management, social impact, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years’ experience in sustainability and/or social value delivery.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and frameworks such as TOMs and ISO 14001.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.
• A confident communicator with experience delivering presentations, workshops, and campaigns.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and drive measurable impact.

Desirable

• Membership with IEMA, CIWM, or similar.
• IOSH or NEBOSH certifications.
• Experience with international student engagement or ANUK-accredited environments.

What we offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• 5% Performance-related bonus
• Holiday entitlement starts at 26 days
• Contributory pension scheme
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company

For more information on all the great benefits Sodexo offer to support you and your loved ones, check out the attached Benefits Guide at the bottom of this advert!

We’re a Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.