Sustainability Analyst

Palatine Talent; Skelmersdale; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Graduate ESG Analyst to support global supplier development and sustainability initiatives. Candidates should have advanced analytical and MS Excel skills, with a relevant degree. The position offers a salary of £27k-30k, up to 10% bonus, and benefits including healthcare, pension, and hybrid working. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and reside within commuting distance of Skelmersdale.

Benefits

Salary reviews

Healthcare

8% Pension

25 days holidays

On-site parking

Hybrid working

Study/Development support

Canteen

Flexitime

World-class working environment

Qualifications

• Graduated in a relevant field such as Data Analytics, ESG Management, Sustainability, or Environmental Science.
• Must possess advanced analytical skills and proficiency in MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on supplier development and sustainability.
• Consolidate and validate ESG-related supplier information.
• Analyze and report across Key Performance Indicators.
• Develop and automate analytical reports for supplier performance.
• Conduct Scope 3 emission analysis and identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Advanced analytical skills

MS Excel skills

Education

Degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Excellent opportunity for a Graduate level ESG Analyst to join one of the North West's premier employers, a £multibillion T/O FTSE super brand and the No 1 Global Leader in its sector.

Responsibilities

• Highly visible role, working in collaboration with cross-functional Procurement, Quality, and Sustainability teams to drive global supplier development, capability, innovation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Monthly consolidation and validation of global ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) related supplier information (10,000+ MS Excel lines) to ensure accuracy and currency.
• Analysis and reporting across over 30+ Key Performance Indicators spanning capability, innovation, and sustainability.
• Developing and automating insightful analytical reports (e.g., Power BI/AI reports) for full visibility on ongoing supplier performance.
• Scope 3 emission analysis and reporting.
• Identifying opportunities for suppliers to improve across key capability and sustainability areas and reporting on these.

Candidate Requirements

While the client is looking to recruit a graduate and does not require experience in all areas, candidates must have advanced analytical and MS Excel skills. They should have graduated in a relevant field such as Data Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, ESG Management, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Economics, or Social Sciences. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading business with prospects for development and progression.

Benefits

• Salary: £27k-30k (flexible depending on experience)
• Bonus: Up to 10%
• Regular salary reviews
• Healthcare
• 8% Pension
• 25 days holidays
• On-site parking
• Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days home)
• Study/Development support
• Canteen
• Flexitime
• World-class working environment

Applicants should have full and long-term eligibility to work in the UK (UK citizen or ILR) and reside within a reasonable commute of Skelmersdale.

About Us

Northwest-based with UK-wide coverage, Palatine Talent supports recruitment for a range of companies from SMEs to large multinationals and FTSEs. We recruit across disciplines including Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Commercial, Health & Safety, Procurement, and Supply Chain. Our mission is “Empowering Meaningful Progression” by providing professionals who add value and presenting top career opportunities. Visit our website for more information and contact us to learn about this and other opportunities.