Sustainability Data Analyst (6 month FTC)

Ocado Retail Ltd; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online supermarket is seeking a Sustainability Data Analyst for a 6-month fixed-term contract in Hatfield. This role involves collecting and managing sustainability-related data, analysing ESG performance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of sustainability principles and demonstrate high accuracy in data management. The position offers hybrid working and a range of employee benefits including medical insurance and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Mental health support

Gym discounts

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Understanding of sustainability principles, ESG frameworks, and relevant regulations.
• High accuracy in data validation, cleaning, and reporting.
• Ability to identify and solve problems related to sustainability data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and manage sustainability-related data.
• Analyse ESG data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Work with internal and external teams to identify data sources.

Skills

Understanding of sustainability principles

High accuracy in data validation

Problem-solving related to sustainability data

Good communication skills

Ability to build strong relationships

Adaptability

Job description

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Sustainability Data Analyst (6 month FTC), Hatfield

Job Reference: 3223c8e30ead

Location: Hatfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Posted: 25.08.2025

Expiry Date: 09.10.2025

Job Description:

Sustainability Data Analyst (6 month FTC)

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract (6 months)

Location: Hatfield (hybrid working - 3 days in the office)

Working hours per week: 40 hours

Level: Manager

Application closing date: 27th August 2025

About us

Our mission is to deliver joy in every shop, through unbeatable choice, unrivaled service, and reassuringly good value. We’re Ocado Retail, a market-leading joint venture between Ocado Group and M&S, and the world’s largest dedicated online supermarket. We offer a full range of M&S food online, the widest online supermarket range in the UK, and champion small, independent brands. We also operate same-day grocery delivery through our service, ...

About the team and the role

Working in the Sustainability team within Ocado Brand, Sourcing & Sustainability (OBSS), the Sustainability Data Analyst will play a key role in gathering, analysing, and reporting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance across the business. This role supports data-driven decision-making to reduce environmental impact, ensure regulatory compliance, and meet sustainability targets aligned with the Ocado Retail’s Planet Together strategy.

What you’ll do

• Data Collection & Management: Collect, validate, and manage sustainability-related data, including energy use, emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3), packaging, food waste, water, and supply chain metrics. Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to gather accurate and timely data.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyse ESG data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Create reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders and external disclosures. Support internal stakeholders on policy, strategy, and decision-making.
• Stakeholder engagement: Work with internal and external teams to identify data sources, establish data collection processes, and ensure data accuracy. Contribute to developing and implementing sustainability strategies by providing data-driven insights.
• Compliance: Ensure data and reporting meet relevant regulatory and voluntary standards and frameworks. Work with data providers to maintain databases and improve data accuracy for mandatory reports across all pillars of the Planet Together strategy.
• System Support: Maintain or help implement sustainability data management systems and software. Identify opportunities to automate and streamline data processes.

Who you are

• Understanding of sustainability principles, ESG frameworks, and relevant regulations.
• High accuracy in data validation, cleaning, and reporting.
• Ability to identify and solve problems related to sustainability data collection and analysis.
• Good communication skills to present findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to build strong relationships internally and externally.
• Adaptability within a fast-growing company environment.
• Able to identify solutions and challenge what is possible.
• Demonstrates collaborative working and proactively supports colleagues to achieve organisational goals.

What’s in it for you

Join Ocado Retail and experience life at the world’s largest online retailer. Work with a talented team, grow your skills and career in online retail. Enjoy benefits like private medical insurance, market-leading family policies, mental health support, gym discounts, holiday entitlement, flexible working, and more.

Our Hiring Process

We appreciate all applications and follow a fair hiring process. If shortlisted, a Talent Partner will guide you through the next steps.

Everyone’s welcome

We’re an equal opportunities employer. If you require reasonable adjustments during recruitment, please let us know on the application form.