Group Sustainability Manager

London South East Colleges; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a Group Sustainability Manager to spearhead sustainability initiatives and align with net zero commitments. The ideal candidate will drive strategic sustainability efforts, ensuring compliance while enhancing environmental and social outcomes. Strong leadership and project management skills, along with a relevant degree, are required. This role offers competitive benefits and the chance to make a significant impact on the organization and community.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Pension schemes with employer contributions

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite parking

Gym access at Bromley

Discounts for Teachers portal

Qualifications

• Experience in sustainability and environmental initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability initiatives across the organization.
• Drive alignment with net zero goals and strategic commitments.
• Collaborate with various teams to implement sustainable practices.

Skills

Sustainability leadership

Strategic alignment

Cross-functional collaboration

Compliance knowledge

Project management

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

London and South East Colleges (LSEC) is looking for a Group Sustainability Manager to lead, coordinate and deliver the London & South East Education Groups sustainability and Carbon Net Zero agenda across both London South East Colleges (LSEC) and London South East Academies Trust (LSEAT).

This pivotal role will drive strategic alignment with national and local sustainability commitments, support the Groups net zero ambitions, and enhance environmental, social, and economic outcomes across our estate, operations, and curriculum.

The role holder will act as a subject matter expert, embedding sustainability principles into the organisations culture, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and maximising opportunities for innovation, funding, and partnerships. There are currently no direct line management responsibilities, but the role requires significant cross-functional collaboration and influence.

The role may evolve to include line management responsibilities as the sustainability function develops.

Role details

• This is a Group role, with responsibilities spanning LSEC, LSEAT, and all associated sites.
• Flexibility to travel across locations is essential.
• The role may evolve to include line management responsibilities as the sustainability function develops.

The College

London South East Colleges (LSEC) is a leading further and higher education provider, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and c1000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students, designed to meet employer and industry needs.

Committed to transforming lives through the power of learning, the College plays a vital role in promoting social mobility, creating opportunities for learners of all backgrounds to achieve their potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with employers and universities, the college equips students with the skills, confidence and opportunities needed for success in their careers and their lives.

As part of London & South East Education Group, the College is also the sponsor of London South East Academies Trust. This growing and successful Multi-Academy Trust currently has a network of 13 mainstream, special and alternative provision schools across Bromley, Bexley, Surrey and Lambeth.

The Group has also recently launched a charity the LASER Education Foundation. This organisation supports disadvantaged children and their families across the region, through a wide range of programmes and initiatives.

With a combined turnover of c£100m, the Group has ambitious growth plans. There has never been a better time to join this exciting organisation and really make a difference to people’s lives.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes a very generous annual leave allowance plus a further three days over the Christmas break. We provide up to two more additional College closure days throughout the year, and also offer leave for volunteering.

Excellent pension schemes are offered, including employer contributions (Teachers Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Other benefits include:

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work/bike loan scheme
• Annual season ticket loan
• Access to the 'Discounts for Teachers' portal
• Free Wifi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide Eduroam
• Access to our onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in our in-house restaurants and on our hair and beauty treatments

Accreditations & Equal Opportunities

Accreditations: As employers, we recognise and embrace our legal and quality-assurance framework responsibilities. We use these frameworks, as well as other accreditations and schemes, to further develop our development and progress of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. We acknowledge that there is always more that we can learn and use these accreditations to provide us with an external lens and share/gain best-practice information.

Equal Opportunities: London South East Colleges is fully-committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer, and creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion/belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status and/or marital/partnership status.