Sustainability Specialist

Bupa Dental Care; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Sustainability Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing a sustainability plan, engaging with front-line teams, and leading initiatives to advance sustainability practices within the organization. Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in sustainability and strong project management skills. The position allows for remote working with occasional travel to the Bristol head office and dental practices.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Discounts in over 7,000 retailers

Health Trust healthcare plan

Access to remote GP and nurse services

MyHealthcare Allowance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in sustainability or ESG within a medium to large organisation.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects effectively.
• Literate in core sustainability metrics and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of a multi-year sustainability plan.
• Educate and engage organization on sustainability practices.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for sustainability-related inquiries.

Skills

Sustainability experience

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Sustainability Specialist

12 month fixed-term contract

Remote working with occasional travel

The Sustainability Specialist role is responsible for supporting positive conditions for sustainability by driving awareness and change to meet our Planet Health ambitions. In doing this, you'll not only contribute to a positive perception of Bupa Dental Care, but also encourage others to come on the journey with us. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of a multi-year plan that will advance our sustainability ambition and continue to further embed sustainability practices and metrics into the business.

Under the direction of the Head of Sustainability, you will support us to achieve our Net Zero ambitions, accelerate sustainable dentistry, and position Bupa Dental Care as trusted and valued partners in our local communities - connecting into the Bupa Dental Foundation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of a multi-year strategic sustainability plan for Bupa Dental Care, covering initiatives and improvements that will help meet our Planet Health ambition.
• Lead and maintain an active community across our organisation to educate, share ideas, foster innovation and lead the change in behaviors that will result in more effective integration of sustainable practices.
• Close working with all parts of Bupa Dental Care, and other parts of Bupa Global & UK (BGUK) and Bupa Group as directed.
• Create and share compelling stories, amplifying Planet Health and developing narratives and communication assets.
• Administer BDC Planet Health cross-functional forums and working groups, and support governance & reporting for the BDC Planet Health Steering Group and BDC reporting into various BGUK sustainability committees and forums.
• Be a trusted contact and sustainability subject matter expert for internal and external parties, including practices, laboratories, support functions, BGUK and Bupa Group teams, suppliers, industry groups, and other third-party partners.

What we're looking for

• 3+ years' sustainability / Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) experience working within a medium to large organisation, preferably dental care or other healthcare services
• External credibility, with a growing network
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan and deliver initiatives to time, cost and quality
• Experience of sourcing and driving sustainability innovation
• Literate in core sustainability metrics, with experience of the measurement and reporting of KPIs
• Confidence and experience in working with front-line teams, with varying sustainability knowledge levels
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple internal and external stakeholders / bodies.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with a proven ability to bridge knowledge gaps.
• Strong communication skills
• Willingness to travel to our Bristol Head office, BDC dental practices and laboratories, across the UK and ROI

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, plus the option to buy more.
• Discounts in over 7,000 retailers, discounted gym membership and discounted dental insurance (of course).
• Health Trust - our bespoke employee private healthcare plan, providing healthcare cover with no medical underwriting for colleagues and their families.
• Access to remote GP and nurse services, physiotherapy, and mental health support.
• MyHealthcare Allowance, an annual allowance which is redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products.
• Early access to your earned wages through Wagestream.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• And many more, just ask...

If you or someone you know would be interested in working with a dynamic and expanding healthcare business, with lots of support on offer, great benefits and friendly teams, we would love to hear from you!

To find out more about working with us, find us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Here you'll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. You'll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

Bupa takes pride in being a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will aim to offer an interview/assessment to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. We are committed to ensuring you are treated fairly during the recruitment process and offer reasonable adjustments to anyone who may benefit from accommodations to the recruitment process.

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.