Specialist, Nature Programmes

CHANEL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to diverse projects and geos

Hands-on lifecycle experience across a

Collaborative learning environment

Job summary

Chanel is seeking a Specialist, Nature Programmes to join the Global Sustainability team in London. You will support the design, delivery, and scaling of nature programmes spanning forests, water resilience, regenerative agriculture, and sustainable sourcing.

You will work with internal teams and external partners to translate strategy into on-the-ground action and measurable outcomes. Based in London with occasional travel (notably to Paris), you will help turn ambitious commitments into

Qualifications

• Foundational experience in environmental, agricultural and/or development projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to turn complex data into clear insights.
• Excellent organisation and ability to manage multiple priorities and practical tools (trackers).
• Ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, internal and external.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, delivery and scaling of nature programmes across forests, water resilience, regenerative agriculture and sustainable sourcing.
• Contribute to methodology development and measurement frameworks for nature-related outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, NGOs, and partners to drive action and impact.
• Provide insights to guide decisions, track progress and demonstrate value of nature investments.
• Bridge global sustainability strategy with on-the-ground implementation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Curiosity & learning

Problem solving

Tools

Project trackers

Job description

Specialist, Nature Programmes

• Join a collaborative, international team working at the intersection of sustainability, business strategy, and on-the-ground implementation.
• Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects spanning forests, water resilience, regenerative agriculture, and sustainable sourcing.
• Play a hands-on role in supporting projects from the development of methodologies and frameworks to supporting teams in project design, implementation and impact measurement.
• Report to the Senior Manager for Nature Programmes in the Global Sustainability team and support programmes by regularly engaging with colleagues across sustainability, wider internal functions, and external partner organisations.
• Based in London, with occasional travel, particularly to Paris.

What impact you create at Chanel

• Help turn ambitious commitments into tangible outcomes by supporting the design, delivery, and scaling of nature programmes across the House across key topics including water, forests and landscape projects.
• Contribute to projects that restore and regenerate ecosystems, strengthen climate and water resilience, and support sustainable livelihoods for communities.
• Build strong partnerships with internal teams, suppliers, NGOs, and implementation partners to drive collective action and maximise impact.
• Generate insights and evidence that help guide decisions, track progress, and demonstrate the value of investing in nature.
• Support the development of innovative approaches, tools, and methodologies that strengthen how nature outcomes are delivered and measured.
• Play a unique role at the intersection of strategy and implementation, helping connect global sustainability ambitions with practical action on the ground.

You are energised by

• Navigating a fast-paced environment
• Being exposed to a diversity of nature-related topics
• Managing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and a solutions-oriented mindset
• Contributing to work that delivers positive outcomes for nature and long-term business resilience

What you will bring

• Foundational experience supporting environmental, agricultural and/or development, projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear insights.
• Strong organisation and project management skills, with the ability to manage time effectively, structure processes and manage practical tools, such as trackers, and deliver high-quality work across multiple priorities.
• Ability to build positive relationships and collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn, adapt, and navigate emerging topics in a fast-evolving field.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What Chanel can offer you

• The opportunity to develop expertise in nature and landscape-based approaches to sustainability.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects, partners, and geographies, providing a broad understanding of how nature programmes are designed, implemented, and measured.
• The chance to work with a wide range of stakeholders, including sustainability experts, business teams, suppliers, NGOs, consultants, and implementation partners.
• Hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle, from strategy and programme design through to implementation, monitoring, and impact measurement.
• A collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and professional growth.
• The opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions that help shape Chanel's approach to nature and create meaningful environmental and social impact.

At Chanel, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience and potential you could bring to Chanel.