ESG Coordinator

Morepeople 01780; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK food manufacturer is seeking an ESG Coordinator to help embed sustainability and social responsibility in operations. The role involves supporting ESG strategy, tracking sustainability metrics, and engaging stakeholders. Ideal candidates have 1+ years in ESG, understand sustainability reporting, and are passionate about environmental compliance. This position offers career growth in a pivotal role shaping environmental commitments.

Qualifications

• 1 years practical hands-on experience within an ESG or Sustainability position.
• Strong understanding of ESG principles and environmental compliance.
• Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the company's ESG strategy across multiple UK sites.
• Track and report on key sustainability metrics like carbon and water.
• Engage stakeholders across operations to drive awareness and action.

Skills

ESG principles

Sustainability reporting

Project coordination

Excellent communication

Proactive mindset

Job description

We are currently working with a leading UK food manufacturer to recruit an ESG Coordinator. A newly created role that will play a pivotal part in embedding sustainability, governance, and social responsibility across a complex, high-performing operation.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about driving real change in a business that's already making strides in carbon reduction, circular resource use, and community engagement.

As ESG Coordinator, you'll work closely with the Head of ESG and cross-functional teams to:

• Support the delivery of the company's ESG strategy across multiple UK sites
• Track and report on key sustainability metrics (carbon, water, waste, biodiversity, etc.)
• Coordinate internal audits, certifications, and compliance with ESG frameworks
• Engage stakeholders across operations, supply chain, and HR to drive awareness and action
• Contribute to external reporting, including ESG disclosures and customer sustainability data

We're looking for someone who brings:

• 1 years practical/hands on experience within an ESG, Sustainability or Environmental based position.
• A strong understanding of ESG principles, sustainability reporting, and environmental compliance
• Experience in a manufacturing, agri-food, or FMCG environment (preferred)
• Excellent communication and project coordination skillsA proactive, collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Familiarity with Scope 1, 2 & 3

Why Apply?

This is more than a reporting role, it's a chance to shape how a major UK manufacturer delivers on its environmental and social commitments, with an opportunity to grow a career within this specialism.

To apply or learn more, contact me via [e-mail]