ESG Placement Opportunity

Reiss; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

65% employee discount

Healthcare Cash Plan

MetLife Virtual GP

Exclusive sample sales

Job summary

Reiss Ltd. is offering a 12-month ESG placement to join the sustainability team in the UK. You will help onboard suppliers, maintain data systems, and support social compliance across our global supply chain.

A hands-on role with opportunities to learn about responsible sourcing and ESG governance in a fast‑paced fashion business. You will work closely with the ESG team, suppliers and internal colleagues, building data skills and contributing to audits and certifications while researching

Qualifications

• Currently in second year of studies and available for a 52-week placement starting 28 June 2027.
• Studying sustainability, ethical sourcing or related subject with interest in social compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate supplier and factory onboarding, inductions and documentation.
• Maintain factory and site lists and ensure systems are updated accurately.
• Support supply chain traceability and data accuracy with the Tech team.
• Assist social compliance checks, audits readiness and remediation actions.
• Support certifications and dashboards for sustainability platforms.
• Contribute to audits, due diligence and research on ESG developments.

Skills

Data management

Organization

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Education

Sustainability/Environmental Science/Fashion/Business degree

Tools

Segura

Job description

What’s the role about?

As our ESG placement student, you’ll join the ESG team for 12 months, supporting the delivery of Reiss’ sustainability strategy and social compliance commitments. You’ll play a hands-on role in supplier and factory onboarding, supply chain traceability, social compliance and sustainability certifications, helping us strengthen responsible sourcing practices across our global supply chain.

Working closely with the ESG team, suppliers and wider business, you’ll help manage key data, coordinate compliance activity and support research into emerging legislation and industry developments. This is an opportunity to gain valuable experience in ESG within a global fashion business, develop your understanding of responsible sourcing and contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives.

You will currently be in your second year of studies and available to join us for a 52-week placement from Monday 28th June 2027.

Who you are

• You’ll be studying towards a degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Fashion, Business or a related subject.
• You have a genuine interest in sustainability, ethical sourcing and social compliance, with a curiosity about how the fashion industry can operate more responsibly.
• Highly organised and detail-focused, with the ability to manage data, maintain accurate records and coordinate multiple deadlines.
• A confident communicator who can build positive relationships with suppliers, internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Proactive and analytical, with an interest in researching industry developments, understanding legislation and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Keen to learn and take ownership of tasks, with a collaborative approach and the confidence to follow up on actions and keep projects moving.

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinating supplier and factory onboarding, organising new supplier inductions, maintaining documentation and ensuring suppliers are correctly set up on Segura.
• Maintaining the Active Factory List and Manufacturing Sites List, ensuring information is accurate and relevant systems are updated regularly.
• Supporting supply chain traceability by helping suppliers use Segura, checking data accuracy and coordinating supplier updates with the Technical team.
• Supporting social compliance and NEXT Code of Practice requirements, collating due diligence forms, preparing suppliers for audits and coordinating non-compliance remediation.
• Managing supplier follow-ups for sustainability certifications, including Scope Certificate remediation, required documentation and the Better Cotton Platform dashboard.
• Supporting the ESG team with audit management, certification checks and ad hoc projects to strengthen responsible sourcing practices.
• Researching ESG developments, competitor activity and upcoming legislation, helping prepare data and reporting requirements for the business.
• Building effective relationships across Reiss and with external stakeholders, supporting corporate social responsibility initiatives and championing sustainability across the business.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and company bonus.
• Up to 65% employee discount.
• Access to exclusive sample sales.
• Healthcare Cash Plan with Medicash.
• MetLife Virtual GP.
• Access to additional retail discounts and benefits through Reiss Rewards.

At Reiss, it’s not just what we do - it’s how we do it that sets us apart. Creativity drives us forward, but it’s our shared behaviours that underpin our success. We look for individuals who embody these behaviours and bring them to life everyday:

Ambition | Accountability | Courage | Commitment | Focus | Resilience

#WeAreReiss

We recognise the importance and power of diversity within our business and, as such, we ensure that our people processes are fair, transparent and promote equality of opportunity for all candidates.

It is our pledge that candidates will not be discriminated against on the grounds of gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital status, age, race, colour, ethnic background, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, religious or similar belief. Every individual will be treated with respect.

We know that some peoplewon’ll apply for a role unless they feel they meet all of the requirements listed. We want you to know that finding people who will add to our inspirational culture and have a learning mindset is incredibly important to us. Even if you feel you don’t tick all the boxes, we’d still like to hear from you.