Head of Sustainability and CSR

Principal People Recruitment; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international event spaces company in the UK is seeking a Head of Sustainability and CSR. This hybrid role involves managing the EMEA sustainability team and implementing strategies to promote environmental practices. Ideal candidates will have a background in sustainability and team management experience. The position offers a salary of £70,000 with additional benefits including a car allowance or company car.

Benefits

£6,000 car allowance or company car

Bonus and excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar Sustainability role with knowledge of relevant legislation.
• An understanding of how sustainability creates commercial value and aligns with business strategy.
• Knowledge of working in a large organisation with regional markets.

Responsibilities

• Manage the EMEA sustainability team to achieve results in line with the company’s sustainability strategy.
• Lead and grow the EMEA Sustainability team to develop and motivate a skilled workforce.
• Oversee and prepare reports on sustainability performance to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Monitor the effectiveness of the company sustainability strategy to senior leadership.
• Build strong relationships with strategic leadership across the EMEA region.

Skills

Team management

Knowledge of sustainability frameworks

Project management

Education

Recognised qualification in Sustainability or Environmental subject

Job description

Arena Group are looking for a new Head of Sustainability and CSR – could this be your next role?

We are pleased to have been exclusively retained by Arena Group to recruit a new Head of Sustainability and CSR to the business. The company create high end spaces for events including global sporting championships, private conferences, and exhibitions.

Reporting to the Global Director of HSEQ, you will be responsible for leading and implementing the company’s sustainability strategy across the EMEA region. You will work closely with management teams to ensure environmentally sustainable, ethical, and socially responsible business practices. This is a hybrid role, with UK offices in Cambridgeshire, Coventry, Wimbledon and Sheffield, and opportunities for international travel. This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of an established organisation with a growing team in a fun and varied role.

We are looking for an experienced and results-driven professional to lead the implementation and ongoing management of sustainability and ESG reporting in alignment with global reporting standards. The successful candidate will combine a deep understanding of sustainability frameworks with strong project management capabilities, ensuring the structured and effective introduction of GRI reporting across the organisation.

So – why could this be the role for you?

Arena Group are a values driven organisation that are committed to providing an excellent and collaborative service.

ISO 14001 certified organisation as well as other industry related accreditations.

You will be working in a relaxed and family orientated working environment.

Robust policies in place to manage environmental impact and compliance to regulations.

A commitment to environment and sustainability with plans to further grow the team with your involvement.

Arena Group build spaces for a range of events globally – giving you the opportunity to be involved in some truly exciting world‑renowned and historic events.

You will be responsible for :

• Managing the EMEA sustainability team to achieve results in line with the company’s sustainability strategy to deliver value to the business.
• Leading and growing the EMEA Sustainability team to develop and motivate a skilled workforce with a culture of excellence.
• Overseeing and preparing reports on sustainability performance to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Working with the wider HSEQ team to follow company policies and procedures.
• Monitoring the effectiveness of the company sustainability strategy to senior leadership and board members.
• Building strong relationships with strategic leadership across the EMEA region to help in the delivery of regional business plans.

Apply for this role if you have :

• A recognised qualification in Sustainability, Environmental, or another related subject.
• Experience in a similar Sustainability role with knowledge of relevant legislation.
• An understanding of how sustainability creates commercial value and aligns with business strategy.
• Knowledge of working in a large organisation with regional markets.
• Team management experience.
• The ability to travel within the EMEA region 4‑6 times a year with trips lasting 3‑4 days.

Offering a salary of £70,000 plus a £6,000 car allowance or company car, bonus, and excellent wider benefits package, this is a fantastic opportunity to join an industry leading organisation in a diverse and unique role.