Group Sustainability Manager

Milbank Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based investment company is seeking a Group Sustainability Manager to lead sustainability initiatives across the group. The role involves developing strategies aligned with ESG priorities and supporting subsidiaries in implementing sustainable practices. Candidates should have expertise in sustainability, excellent communication skills, and experience in statutory reporting. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000, a collaborative environment, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Employee extras such as company car or allowance

Qualifications

• Experience or qualifications in sustainability, ESG or responsible business leadership.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, BES 6001, SECR, ESOS, Net Zero and EPD processes.
• Experience in statutory reporting at company or Group level.

Responsibilities

• Lead and refine the Group Sustainability Strategy.
• Integrate sustainability across product design, procurement, and operations.
• Oversee sustainability data collection and reporting.
• Champion sustainability culture through training and engagement initiatives.

Skills

Technical expertise in sustainability

Experience in ESG or responsible business leadership

Analytical and data-driven mindset

Strong communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Qualification in sustainability or related field

Tools

ISO 14001 knowledge

B Corp certification experience

Job description

Why them

The Milbank Group is a privately owned investment company committed to acquiring and nurturing UK-based businesses. Guided by long-term thinking and strong family values, they invest in people and operations to drive sustainable, responsible growth. Their ambition is for every business in the Group to lead its sector in environmental standards, innovation, and employee experience.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Holiday: 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension.
• Employee extras such as company car or allowance, Health Shield, Bupa and Death in Service.

About the role

As Group Sustainability Manager you will be the strategic and operational lead for sustainability across the Milbank Group portfolio. This hands‑on, high‑impact role involves designing, embedding, and enhancing Group‑wide sustainability policies, supporting leadership teams, and ensuring consistent sustainable practices. Working closely with the Group Commercial Director and subsidiary Managing Directors, you will integrate sustainability into commercial strategies, modernise systems, and support acquisitions and growth, shaping a progressive, inclusive, and sustainable culture across the Group. Working hours are 40 hours per week, between 8 am to 6 pm.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Lead and refine the Group Sustainability Strategy, aligning ESG, Net Zero, and commercial priorities, and support subsidiaries in implementing sustainable practices and accreditations.
• Integrate sustainability and social value across product design, procurement, operations, and marketing, promoting innovation, waste reduction, and responsible sourcing.
• Lead B Corp engagement, maintain the Sustainable Sourcing Directory, and ensure continuous improvement of ethical, environmental, and social standards.
• Oversee sustainability data collection, PPP reporting, statutory ESG reporting, and the preparation of dashboards and actionable insights for leadership teams.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing and bids to embed sustainability into tenders and client communications.
• Champion sustainability culture, delivering training, campaigns and engagement initiatives, building external partnerships and representing the Group at relevant forums.

About you

As Group Sustainability Manager, you will be a commercially minded sustainability professional with technical expertise and practical delivery experience, able to work strategically while delivering results. You will have experience or qualifications in sustainability, ESG or responsible business leadership, with knowledge of ISO 14001, BES 6001, SECR, ESOS, Net Zero and EPD processes, and experience in statutory reporting at company or Group level. Analytical and data‑driven, you can translate complex information into clear insights and communicate effectively; B Corp certification experience is desirable. You are commercially astute, pragmatic and delivery‑focused, yet collaborative, curious, and innovative, thriving in a forward‑looking Group. Success will be demonstrated through accurate PPP and statutory reporting, Group‑wide Net Zero roadmaps, maintained EPDs, a live Sustainable Sourcing Directory, commercial wins, improved B Corp scores, and a strong culture of sustainability ownership.

How to apply

If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Group Sustainability Manager role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up‑to‑date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.

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