Sustainability Manager

Copyright SSE; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sustainability Manager to lead initiatives that enhance its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) credentials. This role involves collaborating across departments to improve sustainability disclosures and prepare for upcoming reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sustainability, exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to communicate complex issues clearly. Join a forward-thinking company committed to a net zero world, where you can make a significant impact on sustainability efforts and contribute to a greener future.

Benefits

Private Healthcare Discounts

Gym Membership Discounts

Free Online GP

24/7 Counselling Service

Interest-Free Loans

Cycle to Work Scheme

Generous Family Entitlements

Maternity and Adoption Pay

Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• 3+ years in sustainability or energy sector in the UK or Ireland.
• Understanding of ESG ratings agencies and trends.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of annual corporate reporting suite.
• Enhance SSE's ratings in investor ESG surveys.
• Collaborate with Finance and Risk for sustainability reporting.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Sustainability Reporting

ESG Knowledge

Collaboration Skills

Tools

Reporting Frameworks

Job description

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth, Reading, London

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

Reporting to the Head of Sustainability Reporting, the Sustainability Manager is responsible for identifying material sustainability issues and impacts in the context of SSE’s business strategy, and supporting the improvement of non-financial disclosures.

An experienced sustainability professional with exceptional collaboration skills will coordinate many colleagues across the Group to ensure SSE’s reputation on environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors amongst financial investors is maximised.

The post-holder will support the Head of Sustainability Reporting to work with, and provide expert guidance to, relevant corporate functions and Business Units to act on the next best actions to enhance ESG credentials. The Sustainability Manager will also help ensure that SSE is prepared for upcoming sustainability-related reporting requirements, identifying and advising on the most effective pathway.

You will

- Support the delivery of the annual corporate reporting suite, including the Sustainability Report and Group Annual Report.

- Enhance SSE's ratings in investor ESG surveys, by overseeing the submissions to ESG rating agenciesand identifying improvement areas in ESG disclosures.

- Work collaboratively with colleagues in Finance, Risk and Audit to prepare SSE for upcoming sustainability reporting requirements, including UK Sustainable Disclosure Requirements (SDR).

- Support the successful delivery of the annual external assurance process over SSE’s sustainability-related data.

- Represent SSE in external forums, helping to maintain and build beneficial relationships with key external stakeholders.

You have

- At least three years of experience working within sustainability or the energy sector in either the UK or Ireland.

- A good understanding of key ESG ratings agencies (e.g. S&P's CSA, MSCI, Sustainalytics, CDP)and investors, the trends and developments in this area, and awareness of peer performance.

- Familiarity of reporting frameworksand disclosure requirements, particularly in the UK and Europe (e.g. TCFD, EU CSRD, UK SDR).

- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to positively influence internal and external stakeholders.

- Exceptional communications skills – clarity of thought and an ability to communicate complex issues to a lay audience and senior colleagues.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

Acting to address challenge of climate change sits at the core of SSE's strategy. That's why we've linked our long-term business goals to the United Nations global goals for sustainable development. Our Sustainability teams provide advice, support and education to lead change, embed best practice, and keep us on track with our goals.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.