Environmental Specialist

ArcelorMittal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel production company based in London is looking for an Environmental Specialist to focus on biodiversity and ecosystems. The role involves leading assessments, developing management plans, and collaborating with teams to integrate nature-related strategies into corporate practices. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of biodiversity and be skilled in stakeholder engagement. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to sustainability efforts.

Benefits

Unlimited access to learning platforms

Mentoring programmes

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience conducting biodiversity assessments and nature-related risk analysis.
• Proactive, collaborative mindset with a passion for driving positive change.
• Advanced level in English; knowledge of additional languages is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead biodiversity and ecosystem assessments in line with guidelines.
• Develop guidance and support key operations with biodiversity management.
• Collaborate with teams to embed nature-positive strategies.

Skills

Strong understanding of biodiversity, ecosystems, and nature-related financial disclosures

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Familiarity with ESRS E4, TNFD, and related environmental reporting standards

Experience conducting biodiversity assessments

Education

Academic background in environmental science, ecology, or conservation biology

Tools

Global nature datasets (e.g., IBAT)

GIS

Job description

Overview

ArcelorMittal is the world’s leading steel company. Our material is part of the fabric of life. What we produce makes a difference – to individuals, communities, businesses and society.

To help the world get to net zero, we must decarbonise the life of steel – from mining to manufacturing. To deal with this challenge, we need great people to help us.

We are looking for someone who wants to make a positive impact on people, communities and our planet.

ArcelorMittal’s Sustainable Development team plays a central role in advancing the organisation’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) agenda. The team leads stakeholder engagement efforts to ensure transparent and meaningful dialogue with investors, regulators, NGOs, and internal stakeholders. It is responsible for conducting double materiality assessments to identify and prioritise ESG issues that are financially and societally significant.

The team develops and maintains ESG-related policies and strategies aligned with global frameworks such as CSRD, EU Taxonomy, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It oversees the preparation and assurance of sustainability disclosures, ensuring consistency, credibility, and compliance across integrated and standalone reports. Through cross-functional collaboration, the team drives continuous improvement in ESG performance and reporting quality.

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Environmental Specialist to join our Sustainable Development team in London. This role will focus on advancing our work in biodiversity and ecosystems, aligning with ESRS E4 and the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) frameworks.

What will you do?

As part of our sustainability function, the person will play a key role in shaping how we assess, manage, and report nature-related impacts, dependencies, risks and opportunities across our operations and value chain. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to embed nature-positive strategies and support our broader environmental goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead biodiversity and ecosystem assessments in line with ESRS E4 and TNFD guidance i.e. LEAP assessments) in collaboration with business units.
• Develop guidance and support key business operations to develop and maintain biodiversity management plans.
• Support the integration of nature-related risks and opportunities into corporate strategy and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed nature-positive approaches into decision-making.
• Stay abreast of evolving regulatory and voluntary frameworks related to biodiversity and ecosystems.
• Contribute to stakeholder engagement, including NGOs, regulators, and industry groups.

What will you gain?

It’s stimulating work in a supportive and diverse team environment. You’ll work with inspiring and passionate people. The first-hand experiences we offer are enriching and will jump-start your career. We’ll equip you with new capabilities. You can enrol in the ArcelorMittal University and mentoring programmes to develop new skills, knowledge and fresh perspectives. You also have unlimited access to the ArcelorMittal Learning Platform to boost your development.

What are we looking for?

These are the things we look for. Don’t be put off if you can’t tick every box.

We want someone who’s:

• Strong understanding of biodiversity, ecosystems, and nature-related financial disclosures.
• Familiarity with ESRS E4, TNFD, and related environmental reporting standards.
• Experience conducting biodiversity assessments, ecosystem service evaluations, or nature-related risk analysis.
• Experience with global nature datasets (e.g., IBAT) and GIS.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• An academic background, ideally in environmental science, ecology, conservation biology, or a related field.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with a passion for driving positive change.
• Advanced level in English
• Knowledge of additional languages will be considered as an asset

How We Recruit

We are committed to building an inclusive organisation where everyone feels supported and valued. We need people with all sorts of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives and personalities to help us decarbonise the life of steel. Every person who applies to join ArcelorMittal receives equal employment opportunities, regardless of ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, age, disability, and any other protected status.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow and develop. You will have the satisfaction of starting and completing projects that will make a tangible difference to people, communities and planet.

If this interests you, we’d love to talk.

Protection of Personal information

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Personal Data contained within a candidate’s CV is managed by ArcelorMittal for the purposes of recruitment for positions advertised. Personal data will be disclosed only to persons involved in the recruitment and hiring process, including third party service providers in certain cases.

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This retained Personal Data of shortlisted candidates could be used (i) in the event that the position for which they applied falls vacant or (ii) another appropriate position becomes available.

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