Senior Director, Sustainability & Compliance (Remote)

Confidential Search

Atlanta (GA)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Confidential Search is seeking a Director of Sustainability and Compliance to lead programs, regulatory initiatives, reporting, and community impact in a growing sustainable packaging company based in Atlanta. This hands-on, collaborative role translates commitments into measurable business outcomes while guiding cross‑functional teams.

The position offers remote or hybrid work, with onsite presence in the Atlanta area as needed. Base salary: $110,000–$120,000/year, plus benefits.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in environmental field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
  • 5–8 years in sustainability, environmental compliance, or related fields.
  • Experience coordinating initiatives, regulatory programs, reporting, or certifications.
  • Familiarity with EPR, compostability standards, FSC, BPI, or B‑Corp processes.
  • Experience leading cross-functional projects and teams.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to translate complex regulations into actionable processes.
  • Hands-on yet strategic in a growing organization.

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day sustainability programs, initiatives, and reporting.
  • Coordinate B Corp certification readiness, documentation, and reporting.
  • Manage sustainability data, environmental reporting, and impact measurement.
  • Support composting, waste diversion, and circular economy initiatives.
  • Coordinate community giving, product donations, and environmental partnerships.
  • Monitor regulatory compliance documentation and filings.
  • Provide sustainability guidance across departments and for customer inquiries.
  • Represent the organization at conferences and external engagements.
  • Lead team development, budgeting, and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership
Cross-functional collaboration
Analytical skills
Regulatory understanding
Sustainability expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental field

Job description

Confidential Search is seeking a Director of Sustainability and Compliance to lead programs, regulatory initiatives, reporting, and community impact in a growing sustainable packaging company based in Atlanta. This hands-on, collaborative role translates commitments into measurable business outcomes while guiding cross‑functional teams.

The position offers remote or hybrid work, with onsite presence in the Atlanta area as needed. Base salary: $110,000–$120,000/year, plus benefits.

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