Sustainability Reporting and Project Manager

Hastings Direct; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Competitive bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance cover

Mental wellbeing programme

27 days annual leave

Job summary

A leading digital insurance provider in the UK seeks a Sustainability Reporting and Project Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing sustainability reporting projects and will work closely with key stakeholders to support ESG initiatives. Strong technical knowledge of the ESG agenda and excellent communication skills are essential. This full-time role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement and includes various benefits such as a competitive bonus scheme and mental wellbeing programmes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in sustainability reporting and project management.
• Ability to communicate complex issues in a comprehensible manner.
• Capable of working with senior management and various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage Hastings Group sustainability reporting projects.
• Support creation of annual sustainability reports.
• Work with teams on ESG reporting requirements.
• Support ExCo/Board reports and ESG dashboard updates with accurate data and insights.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge about ESG

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Reporting writing ability

Job description

Sustainability Reporting and Project Manager

Job Title: Sustainability Reporting and Project Manager (Fixed Term Contract)

Location: Leicester, London or Bexhill-on-Sea (all hybrid - approx. one day a week in your preferred office)

Welcome to Hastings Direct, a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.

We provide insurance for over four million customers, and there is still bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about us. We really hope you like what you see and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you're excited about joining us and think you have some of what we're looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.

Role overview

The role will report into Rhianna Dumelow, our Head of Sustainability, and will focus on ESG reporting requirements including the Hastings Group annual sustainability report and disclosures to Sampo Group for annual reporting. This role also includes management and delivery of projects in line with ESG strategy. This is a fast‑paced and challenging environment offering you the opportunity to make your mark. You will have support from the wider business for your career to develop into a wide range of future opportunities within Hastings.

Job details – you’ll need to have demonstrable experience in:

• Responsibility for the project management and delivery of the Hastings Group annual sustainability reporting, including all stages of project lifecycles and documentation
• Supporting with the collation and creation of annual sustainability reports, TCFD and CDP disclosures and quarterly sustainability reporting
• Delivering and continuously reviewing (and improving) regulatory and framework reporting as part of the annual reporting cycle
• Working with Assurance, Risk & Compliance, Legal and any other relevant teams to identify, understand and support the implementation of new ESG reporting and regulatory requirements
• Working closely with the Head of Sustainability and other key stakeholders across the business to manage and deliver strategic and regulatory projects in line with our strategy, including a full suite of project management governance, documentation and controls, as well as supporting our ESG Analyst with the Green House Gas, Carbon Footprint reporting and ESG dashboard updates
• Creating and supporting the preparation of reports and materials for ExCo/Board and assisting with the Head of Sustainability risk reviews and analysis work, alongside any other sustainability related activities where needed

Essential skills/experience:

• Strong technical knowledge and a genuine passion around the ESG agenda and broader sustainability, environmental management, environmental legislation and environmental science
• Strong communication, organisational and reporting skills with the confidence to work with colleagues of all levels, including senior management
• Detailed reporting writing ability (both corporate and colleague level) with the ability to translate technical complex issues into appropriate language

The interview process

• Recruiter screening call
• 1st stage interview with hiring leader
• 2nd interview with a further senior leader

As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive – what this means to you is if you’re applying for a job with us, you’ll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our careers website.

Regrettably we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Benefits

• Flexible working – we champion a flexible hybrid working approach – please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail
• Competitive bonus scheme – all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus
• Physical wellbeing – as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pays for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen
• Financial wellbeing – as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we provide an award‑winning package which includes discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support
• Mental wellbeing programme – we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in‑house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs
• There’s more! – 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our healthcare cash‑back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, cycle‑to‑work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more…

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Insurance Agencies and Brokerages, Insurance Carriers, and Insurance