Human Rights Lead - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Haleon plc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Haleon plc in the United Kingdom seeks a seasoned leader to drive the Human Rights Strategy and due diligence across our operations and supplier network. You will oversee governance forums, collaborate with functions, and report on human rights performance and ESG topics.

The role demands deep knowledge of international standards, policy development, and strong communication skills to influence risk-based decisions and drive responsible sourcing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of the human rights landscape including emerging legislation.
• C5 yrs. Experience with human rights topics such as modern slavery, labour and working conditions, and supply chain/ responsible sourcing
• Experience of developing human rights policies and implementation guidance
• Experience in undertaking human rights due diligence using standards such as the UN Guiding Principles and OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises
• Undergraduate degree and a post-graduate (preferred) qualification in a relevant area.

Responsibilities

• Lead the ongoing delivery of Haleon’s Human Rights Strategy and Action Plan to ensure Haleon meets rising requirements for human rights due diligence and disclosure
• Strengthen Haleon’s human rights due diligence processes and practices to meet rising external requirements – working closely with the functions to put in place a robust, risk based due diligence for our own operations and our suppliers and ensuring effective remediation action is taken where risks are identified
• Build capability across the business to identify and effectively manage Human Rights risks, with first focus on high-risk areas (e.g., high risk ingredient supply chains, CMOs, Logistics)
• Lead Haleon’s engagement in key industry coalitions/partnerships (e.g. UNGC, PSCI, Aim-Progress, Slave free Alliance, BSR) to enable Haleon to benefit from industry best practise and scale solutions to managing human rights risks
• Manage Haleon’s internal human rights governance forums, and associated risk and audit processes as required
• Deliver Human Rights reporting (Human Rights Statement, Health Inclusivity and Sustainability report.) Note requirements are increasing (as with other ESG topics).
• Provide subject matter expertise on other risk areas e.g., Labour standards, advising HR/other functions on best practice. Monitor to ensure programmes are effectively delivered
• Management of 1 x Human Rights Manager

Skills

Human rights policy

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

UN Guiding Principles

OECD Guidelines

Governance

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree

Post-graduate qualification

Job description

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

About the role

12 Month Fixed Term Contract from January 2027 to January 2028

Key responsibilities

• Lead the ongoing delivery of Haleon’s Human Rights Strategy and Action Plan to ensure Haleon meets rising requirements for human rights due diligence and disclosure
• Strengthen Haleon’s human rights due diligence processes and practices to meet rising external requirements – working closely with the functions to put in place a robust, risk based due diligence for our own operations and our suppliers and ensuring effective remediation action is taken where risks are identified
• Build capability across the business to identify and effectively manage Human Rights risks, with first focus on high-risk areas (e.g., high risk ingredient supply chains, CMOs, Logistics)
• Lead Haleon’s engagement in key industry coalitions/partnerships (e.g. UNGC, PSCI, Aim-Progress, Slave free Alliance, BSR) to enable Haleon to benefit from industry best practise and scale solutions to managing human rights risks
• Manage Haleon’s internal human rights governance forums, and associated risk and audit processes as required
• Deliver Human Rights reporting (Human Rights Statement, Health Inclusivity and Sustainability report.) Note requirements are increasing (as with other ESG topics).
• Provide subject matter expertise on other risk areas e.g., Labour standards, advising HR/other functions on best practice. Monitor to ensure programmes are effectively delivered
• Management of 1 x Human Rights Manager

Qualifications and skills

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of the human rights landscape including emerging legislation.
• C5 yrs. Experience with human rights topics such as modern slavery, labour and working conditions, and supply chain/ responsible sourcing
• Experience of developing human rights policies and implementation guidance
• Experience in undertaking human rights due diligence using standards such as the UN Guiding Principles and OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises,
• Undergraduate degree and a post-graduate (preferred) qualification in a relevant area.

Preferred

• A thorough approach to task with a close attention to detail.
• Thrives in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to present, explain and discuss results of analyses to effectively drive fact-based decision-making

Job Posting End Date

2026-10-16

Equal Opportunities

Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

During the application process, we may ask you to share some personal information, which is entirely voluntary. This information ensures we meet certain regulatory and reporting obligations and supports the development, refinement, and execution of our inclusion and belonging programmes that are open to all Haleon employees.

The personal information you provide will be kept confidential, used only for legitimate business purposes, and will never be used in making any employment decisions, including hiring decisions.

Adjustment or Accommodations Request

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Note to candidates

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