Environmental Sustainability Manager

Clearline Recruitment Ltd; Burgess Hill; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Environmental & Sustainability Manager based in Burgess Hill. This role involves leading sustainability initiatives across the UK and Ireland, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and developing strategies to meet net-zero goals. Candidates should have a degree in Environmental Science and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in environmental management. The position offers a competitive salary of £55,000 per annum plus bonuses, and a collaborative working environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Competitive salary + bonus structure

Excellent benefits package

Opportunity to influence sustainability strategies

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in environmental management or sustainability.
• Strong knowledge of UK, Ireland, and international environmental regulations.
• Proven ability to translate insights into actionable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability initiatives across the UK and Ireland.
• Develop sustainability strategies that align with global standards.
• Ensure compliance with environmental laws and reporting frameworks.

Skills

Environmental management

Sustainability initiatives

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical mindset

Knowledge of environmental regulations

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Overview

Role: Environmental & Sustainability Manager

Location: Burgess Hill (Hybrid - 2 / 3 days in office)

Hours: Full time

Pay: £55,000 per annum + 12% bonus

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Environmental & Sustainability Manager to join one of our longstanding clients, a leading organisation in the diagnostics industry, based in Burgess Hill.

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Competitive salary + bonus structure
• Excellent benefits package
• Opportunity to influence company-wide sustainability strategies and culture
• Collaborative and forward-thinking environment committed to innovation and positive change

The Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in environmental management or sustainability (experience within healthcare, pharma, or diagnostics is an advantage)
• Strong knowledge of UK, Ireland, and international environmental regulations and reporting frameworks
• Proven project management, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills
• Analytical and data-driven mindset, with the ability to translate insights into actionable outcomes
• Collaborative, adaptable, and passionate about sustainability and positive change

The Role

An opportunity to lead sustainability initiatives across the UK and Ireland, driving ESG commitments, compliance, and innovation to support the organisation's net-zero goals.

• Develop and deliver sustainability strategies that align with global standards, ISO 14001, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals
• Ensure compliance with environmental laws and reporting frameworks (ISO 14001, CDP, GRI, REACH, WEEE)
• Lead initiatives to measure, analyse, and reduce carbon emissions, energy, water, waste, and resource use
• Partner with internal teams, suppliers, and industry networks to promote sustainable practices
• Design and deliver training to raise awareness and build capability across the organisation
• Support sustainable product and process innovation, including circular economy initiatives
• Establish and monitor KPIs, ensuring accurate reporting and continuous improvement

If you're keen to join an exceptional team where you can drive meaningful environmental impact and contribute to ambitious sustainability goals, please apply to this Environmental & Sustainability Manager role below or call Jamie Watson on 01273 063769 between 9: 00am and 5: 30pm.