Principal Social Compliance Consultant

RINA; Genova; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

RINA in Genova, with offices in Genoa, Rome and Milan, seeks a Principal Social Compliance Consultant to lead social impact assessments, due diligences, and stakeholder engagement across complex projects within the Sustainability and Business Innovation division.

The role develops robust social management plans and ensures compliance with international standards, advising clients and teams throughout lifecycles. Fluency in English and Italian (C1) is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Sociology or Political Science is required.
• 15+ years of leading social impact assessments and due diligences for complex projects.
• Fluency in English and Italian (C1) mandatory; French/Arabic/Spanish preferred in roles?

Responsibilities

• Lead Social Impact Assessments, Due Diligences and Engagement Processes.
• Develop robust social management plans (e.g., social impacts, resettlement) with a focus on inclusion.
• Ensure delivery of services aligns with international standards and best practices.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients and internal teams across project lifecycles.
• Conduct on-site site visits and document findings to inform decisions.
• Collaborate with project managers to monitor budgets, schedules, and deliverables with senior oversight.

Skills

Social impact assessments

Due diligence

Stakeholder engagement

International standards

English & Italian (C1)

Education

Master’s degree in Sociology or Political Science

Other in Anthropology or Geography

Job description

RINA is a global knowledge company where expertise travels across borders, disciplines, and industries. Every day, we collaborate on solving complex challenges that no single field could tackle alone. With a presence in more than 70 countries and 160 years of heritage, we turn individual know-how into collective progress.

We are currently recruiting for a Principal Social Compliance Consultant to join our office in Genoa, Rome and Milan within the Sustainability and Business Innovation Division.

Mission

The Principal Social Compliance Consultant focuses on leading and overseeing comprehensive social impact assessments and due dligences, developing robust social management plans, and fostering meaningful stakeholder engagement processes with a focus on complex projects.

Key Accountabilities

Lead Social Impact Assessments, Due Diligences and Engagement Processes:

• Spearhead the design and execution of comprehensive social impact assessments (e.g. human rights impact assessment, supply chain assessment) and Due Diligence processes to evaluate project effects on communities, cultures, and stakeholders.
• Facilitate inclusive and participatory stakeholder and workers engagement initiatives to gather diverse perspectives, address concerns, and promote transparency.

Develop Comprehensive Social Management Plans:

• Oversee the development of robust social management plans (e.g. social impacts management plans, resettlement action plans), emphasizing social inclusion, community participation, human rights and gender approach.
• Incorporate advanced mitigation measures and enhancement strategies to proactively address social impacts and optimize project outcomes.

Lead joint efforts to identify and implement context-specific measures that mitigate social risks and enhance project benefits and ensure Compliance with International Standards:

• Ensure the delivery of social consultancy services aligns with the highest international standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Provide expert guidance and strategic advice to clients and internal team on navigating complex environmental and social requirements throughout project lifecycles.

Support Proposal Preparation and Client Liaison:

• Drive the development of project proposals by leveraging advanced expertise in social and environmental standards, methodologies, and compliance.
• Cultivate and nurture client relationships by understanding their environmental and social sustainability objectives, offering tailored solutions and support.

Conduct Site Visits and Documentation Review:

• Undertake international travel to project sites for comprehensive on-site assessments, documentation review, and monitoring of environmental, health, safety, and social aspects.
• Effectively document findings, observations, and recommendations to inform decision-making processes and ensure compliance with standards.

Provide Strategic Direction in Project Management Tasks:

• Collaborate closely with project managers to monitor budgets, schedules, and deliverables related to environmental and social aspects, offering senior-level oversight and guidance.
• Champion the integration of environmental and social considerations into project planning and execution, contributing to the success of cross-functional teams.

Education

Master’s Degree in Sociology or Political Science

Other in Anthropology or Geography

Qualifications

• 15+ years experience: Demonstrated expertise in leading social impact assessments and due diligence processes for complex projects, showcasing a track record of designing, executing, and managing comprehensive assessments and initiatives.
• In-depth understanding of international standards, regulations, and best practices related to social impact assessments, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable development, with the ability to ensure compliance throughout project lifecycles.
• In-depth knowledge of international and regional standards such as IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles, and UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
• At least 15 years’ work experience as well as prior 10+ years consulting experience and/or experience with international organizations.
• Fluency in English and Italian languages (C1) as mandatory, French, Arabic, Spanish as preferential.

Competencies

• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.

Compensation Data

The salary range and job grade for this position are defined based on objective, role-related criteria, and responsibilities in accordance with CCNL RINA (CNEL code I480).

The gross annual salary range foreseen is between €48.000 and €58,000 and will be finally defined on candidate’s professional experience, qualifications, competencies, and overall alignment with the role.

In addition, an annual variable compensation component is provided, based on both Company and individual performance objectives in accordance with the current policies and collective agreements.

The overall compensation package is complemented by the Company's welfare.

At RINA, your growth drives our innovation. We bring together engineers, inspectors, digital minds and specialists from more than 100 nationalities, creating an environment where diverse perspectives sharpen how we think, collaborate and deliver.

Flexibility and respect drive how we work. We are committed to building a workplace where every person feels valued and empowered to develop their potential. RINA provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate on any basis. We are compliant with Italian Law n. 68/99.