Senior Sustainability Manager

Channel 4 Corporation; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 66,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sustainability Manager to lead the charge in implementing a comprehensive sustainability strategy. This role is pivotal in driving the organization towards its ambitious net zero targets, requiring a blend of expertise in sustainability, project management, and effective communication. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance with legislation and reporting obligations while inspiring action across the business. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and have a proven track record in sustainability, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the organization.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Free Virtual GP access

Free Female Health hormone test

Free Tastecard membership

Financial guidance 1-2-1's

Discounted Gym memberships

Pension

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Holiday Purchase

Qualifications

• Experience in sustainability roles with a focus on environmental practices.
• Strong project management skills and ability to lead strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sustainability strategies to meet net zero targets.
• Provide guidance on best practices and monitor performance against KPIs.

Skills

Sustainability expertise

Project management

Communication skills

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Job Details: Senior Sustainability Manager

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name: Senior Sustainability Manager

Vacancy No: VN2387

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Title: Senior Sustainability Manager
Reports to: Managing Director, Nations & Regions
Division: Nations and Regions
Location: Leeds

JOB PROFILE

C4 has committed to ambitious science-based targets, to radically reduce the emissions within the organisation’s control (scope 1 & 2) and influence (scope 3). Using their subject matter expertise, our Sustainability Manager will help deliver an ambitious integrated sustainability strategy focused on reaching net zero; supporting leaders and colleagues in planning and implementing the widespread transformation needed to meet targets across the business.

Whilst successful delivery of our climate strategy will be the shared responsibility of leaders across the business, the Sustainability Manager will be the driving force that identifies areas where impactful changes can be made, inspires and facilitates action, evaluates progress and ensures we are compliant with legislation and reporting needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide subject matter expertise and practical guidance in the development and implementation of plans from each part of the business that will ensure we meet all necessary reporting obligations and deliver on Science Based Targets.
• Ensure that these plans add up to a cohesive, integrated sustainability strategy – properly prioritised with set targets and action plans to be signed off by Exec.
• Work closely with the Sustainability Project Manager (within EPMO) to ensure we have a ‘single source of truth’ and can demonstrate progress against strategic objectives and performance indicators.
• Play a leading role in all climate related working groups as plans are developed and actions are reviewed.
• Ensure relevant internal governance groups & stakeholders including senior leaders are advised on best practice and regularly updated on progress, risks, opportunities, barriers and deadlines.
• Analyse data, monitor performance and provide pragmatic advice to the business - translating what needs to be achieved into relevant action whilst being mindful of other business goals.
• Advise on potential risks associated with emerging legislation once there is clarity and recommend solutions.
• Ensure we have the data required to meet our obligations in a timely manner - developing scopes of work for third-party consultants (eg Accenture) and partners to meet requirements and objectives.
• Produce comprehensive reports, presentations, and proposals - demonstrating performance against KPIs for the MD and Exec team.
• Effectively manage competing deadlines; communicating clearly where priorities and deadlines may be in conflict and showing pragmatism in resolving such conflicts.
• Where agreed, work with industry partners (eg Bafta albert) to share best practice on sustainability, represent Channel 4 externally when required.
• Support engagement and training in sustainability across all areas of the business in conjunction with our L&D team - facilitating knowledge-sharing and promoting relevant skills development – build strong relationships to drive positive change.
• Keep sustainability training current through professional qualifications.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Previous experience of working in a sustainability related role and a keen interest in environmentally positive working practices.
• Substantial project management experience.
• Proven experience of leading the delivery of an organisation’s environmental strategy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also essential, and you will have demonstrable experience of developing relationships at all levels in order to deliver tangible results.
• You’ll be familiar with analysing data and presenting complex information in easily understandable terms with confidence to individuals and larger groups of people, tailoring your style as appropriate.
• You’ll be able to provide examples from previous roles where your resilience and determination to overcome obstacles has enabled you to find solutions to tricky problems.
• Proven experience of managing multiple projects is important alongside experience of having to deal with dependencies outside your control – you’ll be able to talk through a time when you’ve had to make trade-offs between projects.
• Current or recent experience of TV production or in related areas such as Business Affairs or Commissioning is desirable but not essential.

Salary: Basic salary starting from £65,625.00 per annum, dependent on experience.

Application Process: Please remember to complete the additional application questions by uploading a Word or PDF attachment. These questions really help us get to know you better and we won’t be able to consider your application without them.

Benefits: There are a million reasons why it’s great to work at Channel 4, here are just a few of the perks for you;

• Private medical insurance
• Free Virtual GP access for employees
• Free Female Health hormone test each year
• Free Tastecard membership
• Financial guidance 1-2-1’s available each quarter
• Discounted Gym memberships
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Holiday Purchase

Hybrid working: From September 2023, C4 has operated a 60/40 working pattern, equating to three office days per week. Having everyone in the office three days a week gives us more opportunity to build our high performing, inclusive culture; to collaborate and to learn and share with each other, as well as helping to coordinate a regular pattern of home and office working days. All our offices are open five days a week.

Applications Close Date: 05 May 2025

Equal Opportunities: Channel 4’s purpose is to create change through entertainment; by representing unheard voices, challenging with purpose and delivering content which reflects the diversity of different communities across the UK. We are only able to deliver on this remit by having a workforce rich in diversity of thought, background and lived experience. As an employer, we encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on disability, age, gender reassignment, gender expression, criminal history, length of time spent unemployed, marriage or civil partnership status, national origin, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

Disability Confident Scheme: Channel 4 is a member of the Business Disability Forum (BDF) and has also maintained the highest level of the Department of Work and Pension's Disability Confident scheme - Level 3: Leader. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, we aim to offer an interview to all candidates who have a neurodiverse condition, impairment or long-term condition and who meet the essential criteria for an advertised job. If you wish your application to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please select yes when completing the application questions.

Care Leaver Friendly Employer: Channel 4 is a Care Leaver Friendly Employer. By signing the Care Leaver Friendly Employer Charter and adopting its principles, we are supporting an immensely talented yet often under-served and under-represented community of young people/adults. We commit to offering an interview (and constructive feedback) to applicants who identify as care experienced and meet the essential criteria for the role as outlined on the job description.

Workplace Adjustments: We are committed to providing disabled applicants a level playing field when applying for a job and support whilst employed to perform to the best of their ability and develop their careers. If you have a neurodiverse condition, impairment or long-term condition and require any adjustments, additional support or alternative arrangements during the recruitment and wish to discuss this confidentially, please let us know via the following e-mail [e-mail]