Social Impact Strategy Manager

Centrica; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking energy company as a Social Impact Strategy Manager, leading the development of sustainable practices that enhance community welfare. You'll play a key role in shaping social policies and managing stakeholder relationships while ensuring compliance with environmental standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact and advance your career in sustainability within a supportive and innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Social Impact, ESG, or Sustainability roles.
• Ability to lead programmes and drive change.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and research.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Centrica’s social impact strategy.
• Support delivery of ESG compliance programmes.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams on managing social impacts.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Research

ESG reporting

Project management

Communication

Education

Degree in Sustainability, ESG, or Social Sciences

Job description

Join us, be part of more.

We’re more than just an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers, a team of 21,000 colleagues energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, while living our commitment to positive change in communities. Here, you can find more purpose, passion, and potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently—we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

We’re seeking a passionate and strategic Social Impact Strategy Manager to join our team. In this newly created role, you’ll support the Sustainability Transformation Director in shaping and delivering Centrica’s social impact strategy. You’ll lead on identifying social risks, opportunities, and impacts (IROs), ensuring our approach meets stakeholder expectations and aligns with regulatory requirements like the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).

Location: We work flexibly according to our Flexible First arrangements, believing that empowered colleagues are happier and more productive. The successful candidate will need to be comfortable commuting regularly to our Windsor office and other locations as needed.

What will you do?

• Lead the development of Centrica’s social impact strategy and contribute to our double materiality assessments.
• Support delivery of ESG compliance programmes (e.g., CSRD, CSDDD).
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., People, Procurement) and external partners to identify and manage social impacts, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop strategic action plans, metrics, and targets to improve social performance.
• Provide expertise to shape group-wide social policies and governance.
• Work with Issue Owners to review governance controls for social issues and facilitate external assurance.
• Contribute to ESG reporting, ensuring alignment with investor and regulatory expectations.
• Support social impact projects benefiting customers and communities.

Who are we looking for?

• Significant experience in Social Impact, ESG, or Sustainability roles with a successful track record.
• Ability to lead programmes, manage stakeholders, and drive change.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, research, and insights tracking.
• Skills in research, data analysis, and ESG reporting.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• A relevant degree (e.g., Sustainability, ESG, Social Sciences) is desirable.

Why should you apply?

We’re a people-focused place that supports diverse realities. Life is more than work, and our total rewards are designed to offer flexibility and support physically and emotionally. Discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you at this link.

If you're energetic, passionate about sustainability, and eager to craft a better tomorrow—and yourself—join us where your voice matters, growth is prioritized, and your ambitions are our goals.

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