Sustainability Compliance Lead

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in UK agriculture is seeking a Sustainability Compliance Lead to promote ESG practices. The role involves reporting compliance, engaging with stakeholders, and executing sustainability strategies. With a commitment to flexible working and extensive benefits, this position offers an excellent opportunity to impact sustainable agriculture.

Benefits

Flexible working options

25 days holiday per year

Employee Assistance Program

Life Assurance scheme and pension plan

Paid volunteer leave

Employee network groups

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a sustainability advisor is essential.
• Strong capability to balance strategic and detailed work.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production of ESG and sustainability reports.
• Coordinate data collection for ESG reporting.
• Monitor ESG risks and opportunities.

Skills

Knowledge of ESG and sustainability principles

Relationship-building skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management skills

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

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Job Title: Sustainability Compliance Lead

We are seeking a Sustainability Compliance Lead to join the Frontier team, based at Witham St Hughs, Lincoln, on a permanent basis. The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with the right candidate working 3 days on-site and 2 days from home. Occasional travel to other Frontier sites and event venues across the UK will be required.

The successful candidate will coordinate and deliver ESG and Sustainability compliance reporting and disclosure requirements relevant to our business. They will also support the implementation of Frontier Agriculture's sustainability strategy, The Responsible Choice, across the organization.

Benefits

• Flexible working options, including a mix of home and site working (to be agreed with the Line Manager)
• 25 days holiday per year, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days (eligibility required)
• Dedicated Learning & Development team to support your career growth
• Employee Assistance Program offering 24-hour support and advice on health and wellbeing for you and your family (up to 5 people)
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave benefits for eligible employees
• Life Assurance scheme and pension plan with employer contributions of up to 7%
• Up to two days paid volunteer leave annually (permanent employees only)
• Opportunity to join employee network groups such as LGBTQ+, Menopause wellbeing, Neurodiversity, and Women's networks
• Cycle to Work Scheme, retail discounts, and free eye test vouchers

Candidate Profile

• Extensive knowledge of ESG and sustainability principles, frameworks, and best practices
• Experience as a sustainability advisor is essential
• Knowledge of the industry sector is desirable
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to act as a trusted advisor
• Capability to balance strategic and detailed work
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
• Proficiency in interpreting ESG legislative changes
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data collection databases
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Adaptability to a growing, diverse business environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in teams

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee production of ESG and sustainability reports to ensure compliance with policies and regulations
• Coordinate data collection for ESG reporting
• Monitor ESG risks and opportunities, feeding insights into risk management
• Manage scope 3 emissions calculations and reporting
• Provide technical support for sustainability initiatives
• Contribute to the delivery of Frontier’s ESG strategy, The Responsible Choice
• Maintain the ESG legal Register to ensure compliance and reporting needs are met
• Advise on ESG and sustainability landscape, especially related to agriculture and supply chains
• Manage relationships with third-party sustainability consultants and advisors

About Us

Frontier is the UK's largest crop production and grain marketing company, with over 1,000 employees and a turnover exceeding £1.5 billion. We aim to be the first-choice employer in UK agriculture, fostering a culture centered on our core values: Integrity, Customer First, and Expertise (ICE). We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment, flexible working, and equal opportunities.