Sustainability Lead

SCOPE Eyecare & Healthcare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

SCOPE Eyecare & Healthcare is seeking a Sustainability Lead who will spearhead the development and implementation of sustainability strategies across the organization. This role involves working closely with both internal departments and external partners to enhance sustainability practices and achieve compliance with environmental standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in sustainability management and possess strong communication and project management skills.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

24 days annual leave

Healthcare allowance after probation

Pension contributions through Zurich

Further Education policy

Professional Membership

Qualifications

• 3 years+ experience in sustainability management.
• Proficient in sustainability assessment tools.
• Experience with environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sustainability strategies and policies.
• Conduct sustainability assessments and promote awareness.
• Drive initiatives to reduce the carbon footprint.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Sustainability assessment tools

Job description

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As we move into the next phase of Scope’s sustainability journey, we have an exciting opportunity for a Sustainability Lead to join our team. The role can be based in either the UK or Ireland.

We are looking for people who can connect their own personal vision and values into some of what we do at Scope.

Our vision as a company is to constantly exceed the expectations of our healthcare partners, our patients and our people by bringing together the extraordinary.

The Compensation & Benefits for this role include (but not limited to):

• Performance related bonus
• 24 days annual leave (pro rata).
• Healthcare allowance beginning post probation and increasing at 2 and 5 years service.
• Pension contributions through Zurich beginning post probation and increasing at 2, 5 and 8 years service.
• Further Education policy
• Professional Membership

Please read below the full job description for the role and if this is something that you would be interested in, please click apply and a member of the Scope team will be in touch regarding your application.

Sustainability Lead

The Sustainability Lead working across all our countries will develop and implement sustainability strategies, policies, and programmes across Scope. They are responsible for promoting sustainability awareness, conducting assessments, and driving initiatives to improve environmental performance and reduce Scope’s carbon footprint. The SL will work very closely with internal departments to move forward our sustainability plan. The SL will also work closely with our external partners to ensure they are also moving forward with their sustainability goals. This role will report to the CEO.

• Take forward the sustainability strategy that we have at Scope and ensure its execution is according to our 3 year strategy.
• Brainstorm new ideas and areas that Scope can consider in our sustainability strategy.
• Undertake assessments to ascertain Scope’s sustainability performance.
• Identify areas where Scope could improve its sustainability practices.
• Work with external partners to tackle different parts of our overall sustainability agenda.
• Participate in inspections and producing sustainability reports with research-backed recommendations.
• Ensure legal compliance, keeping up to date with relevant legislation, and advising where necessary.
• Ensure all elements of our products and packaging are compliant with sustainability standards for our markets and customers.
• Undertake continuous auditing to ensure all measures are implemented and supporting relevant departments to make necessary changes.
• Monitor and evaluate progress, collect feedback from colleagues, and refresh policies to ensure Scope remains on track for its profitability and sustainability goals.
• Track and analyse sustainability data to identify areas for improvement and report progress to key stakeholders.
• Formulate and execute sustainability strategies, policies, and programmes aligned with organisational goals and industry best practices.

Stakeholder Engagement, Education & Training

• Produce Scope’s annual Impact Report working internally and externally with collaborators.
• Liaise with different stakeholders from senior management to external partners and customers.
• Design and coordinate training sessions to update employees on new procedures and practices.
• Operate as a point of contact within the business for all sustainability-related questions.
• Work with relevant teams on marketing strategies to promote Scope’s sustainability projects.
• Host external workshops to inform various audiences of Scope’s sustainability initiatives.
• Research the latest technologies to help cut or reduce carbon emissions.
• Find suitable offsetting solutions that align with Scope’s values.
• Identify and implement innovative sustainability solutions and drive a culture of continuous improvement within Scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in a relevant field such as environmental science, sustainability management, engineering, or business.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• 3 years+ proven experience in sustainability management, environmental compliance, or related fields.
• Proficiency in sustainability assessment tools, carbon footprint analysis, and other relevant software.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills are essential for engaging stakeholders and driving change.
• Ability to analyse complex data, identify trends, and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Ability to plan, organise, and execute projects effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to lead and influence others to adopt sustainable practices both internally and externally
• Familiarity with environmental legislation, sustainability standards (e.g., ISO 14001), and other relevant frameworks.
• 3 years+ proven experience in project management

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Hospitals and Health Care

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