Sustainability and Compliance Lead

Allen & York Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Sustainability & Compliance Lead to manage compliance in the renewable energy sector. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Environmental Science or a related field, with extensive knowledge of ISCC and ISO standards, and strong data analysis skills. This role offers a salary of £55,000 plus benefits, operating in a hybrid work model in Yorkshire.

Benefits

Car allowance of £6,000

Hybrid work model

Inclusive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of ISCC, RED II, RHI, and ISO standards.
• Experience in the AD, biogas, renewable energy or waste sectors.
• Excellent data analysis skills and ability to manage multiple audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead ISCC certification and RHI compliance.
• Coordinate audits with regulatory bodies.
• Monitor and report sustainability metrics.

Skills

Data analysis

Knowledge of ISO standards

Environmental compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Renewable Energy

Job description

Sustainability & Compliance Lead Salary: £55,000 + £6,000 Car Allowance Location: Yorkshire/Hybrid

Are you a data‑driven sustainability professional looking to make an impact in the renewable energy and waste‑to‑energy sector? Our client is seeking a Sustainability & Compliance lead to manage certification, audit, and regulatory compliance across Food Waste Anaerobic Digestion (AD) facilities. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure full organisational compliance with ISCC, RHI (or successor schemes), and ISO standards such as ISO 9001, 14001, and 50001. You'll maintain accurate sustainability data, manage internal and external audits, and implement corrective actions to uphold best‑in‑class environmental and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead ISCC certification, RHI compliance and maintain audit‑ready systems, documentation, and mass balance records.
• Coordinate audits with regulatory bodies such as Ofgem and ISCC, including pre‑audit preparation, site visits, corrective actions, and supplier assessments.
• Monitor and report sustainability metrics, including GHG emissions, carbon intensity, ESG data, and renewable energy outputs.
• Support operational teams on sustainable feedstock sourcing, carbon reduction strategies and process optimisation.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure data integrity through robust reporting systems and controls.
• Deliver staff training and promote a strong culture of sustainability and health & safety.

About You

You'll hold a degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Renewable Energy or similar, with experience in the AD, biogas, renewable energy or waste sectors. You'll bring strong knowledge of ISCC, RED II, RHI and ISO standards, excellent data analysis skills, and confidence managing multiple audits and stakeholders. Highly organised and proactive, you'll be a natural communicator who can translate regulatory requirements into clear, practical actions.

About Us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose‑led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all. Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. Let's help build a better world, together.