ESG & Technical Manager

Office Angels; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Bristol seeks an ESG & Technical Manager to drive sustainability initiatives and ensure compliance with standards. The role requires expertise in packaging and supply chain management, along with strong stakeholder management skills. Join a purpose-driven team dedicated to making a measurable impact in sustainability across global non-food categories. Competitive salary and valuable perks offered.

Benefits

25 Days Annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays)

Life insurance

Medicash

Onsite Parking

Breakfast every morning

Enhanced Pension contribution

Enhanced maternity pay

Qualifications

• Experienced in packaging, product development, or supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks and sustainability reporting.
• Strategic and adaptable with a passion for sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Lead ESG and sustainability integration across non-food categories.
• Monitor and respond to global ESG trends, regulations, and risks.
• Drive packaging innovation and manage ESG data and reporting.

Skills

Sustainability knowledge

Stakeholder management

Technical governance

Risk assessment

Job description

Job Title: ESG & Technical Manager
Location: Yate, North Bristol, BS37 - Fully Office Based

Hours: Full time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week 8:30-5

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

Our client is looking for a dynamic and strategic leader to drive sustainability (ESG) and technical management, in terms of technical aptitude, as long as you have the right attitude to learn and develop new technical language the clients training will support the rest.

In this role, you'll ensure products, packaging, suppliers, and operations meet the highest standards of Health, Safety, Legal, Quality, and ESG compliance - while championing innovation and continuous improvement.

As the senior sustainability and technical lead, you'll develop and implement strategies that support Net Zero, SBTi, and ESG disclosure goals, embedding sustainability into every aspect of business operations. You'll also work closely with suppliers and stakeholders to advance responsible sourcing, circular packaging, and product stewardship initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead ESG and sustainability integration across non-food categories.
• Monitor and respond to global ESG trends, regulations, and risks.
• Support Net Zero and SBTi-aligned strategies and investments.
• Oversee supplier approval, audits, and compliance with safety, legal, and ESG standards.
• Drive packaging innovation and identify cost‑saving, sustainable solutions.
• Manage ESG data, reporting, and disclosures.
• Foster collaboration across teams, suppliers, and external partners to enhance ESG performance.

About You

• Experienced in packaging, product development, or supply chain management (preferably across UK and Far East suppliers).
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks, carbon footprinting, and sustainability reporting.
• Skilled in stakeholder management, risk assessment, and technical governance.
• Strategic, adaptable, and able to inspire cross‑functional collaboration.
• Passionate about sustainability, innovation, and making a measurable impact.

Perks

• 25 Days Annual leave (Plus Bank Holidays)
• Life insurance
• Medicash
• Onsite Parking
• Breakfast every morning
• Enhanced Pension contribution
• Enhanced maternity pay

If you're looking for an industry leading, award winning company to join whilst shaping the future of sustainable supply chains and helping to deliver meaningful change across global non-food categories, then Apply now to be part of a purpose-driven team driving quality, compliance, and sustainability excellence. [e-mail]

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