CSR & Sustainability Jobs

The key areas of responsibility and scope for this Directorship are:

• Leading environmental change and strengthening the charity’s partnerships with the voluntary, private and public sectors
• Motivating and providing an inspiration to the charity’s team and board of trustees
• Being at the forefront and shaping the charity pre and post election
• Acting as the organization’s political thinking expert

Overseeing the development and implementation plans set in the six areas around political leadership, climate and energy, waste, lifestyle, sustainability and third sector is vital to this role. Instrumental to meeting the strategy objectives will be gaining support from the trustee’s executive committee and ensuring that the charity is positioning itself and working in ways that will best deliver their long term goals.

As the charity’s voice to government ministers, officials and politicians you will be confident and influential in your arguments around environmental issues and have worked to build strong personal relationships at a senior level in government.

The charity has existing partnerships in place with NGO’s and the business community and you will by directing these efforts and ensuring the charity is gaining their trust and maintaining a shared sense of commitment.

You will have a proven track record of effective financial management in running and organization, and through your leadership you will strengthen the charity’s cause and effectiveness.

For further information about this role, including an extensive job description please contact Kate Waymouth on 020 3170 8035 or to submit your CV please apply below.

Ref. 2824

We are now looking to hire a contract recruitment specialist to help expand our contractor and interim management offering. You will be joining us at an early stage within this particular business stream, and will play a fundamental role in developing Acre’s contractor services offering.

Within this role you will:

• Work proactively to develop business with new and existing clients
• Network and source suitable candidates
• Attend regular client meetings
• Contribute to Acre’s brand and reputation

You will:

• Be entrepreneurial and hands on
• Have extensive experience in interim or contract recruitment
• Have expertise in current UK legislation in relation to non-permanent recruitment
• Have an in-depth understanding of administrating non-permanent assignments
• Have an interest or passion for sustainability, and climate and energy issues (although a background is not essential)
• Relish the opportunity to develop business and succeed in a sales based role

If you would like more information please send your CV with a short cover letter to beth.mitchell@acre-resources.com or apply here

Ref. 2818

One of the largest areas is the waste, recycling, and energy from waste sector. A new fund has recently been created to assist and facilitate investment into this area and an Investment Bid Assessor is required to ensure the viability of potential projects. This is a vital role within the organisation and will play a critical function in the investment decisions made on high profile, multi million pound projects.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Assessing investment proposals against financial, commercial, and technical criteria
• Identifying suitable investment opportunities and assisting with business cases
• Acting as a contact point for a small portfolio of projects
• Monitoring the progress of projects against agreed parameters
• Developing relationships within the industry and keeping abreast of the market and legislative drivers

Essential requirements include:

• An investment background including risk and return assessments
• Practical experience with financial modeling and forecasting
• Expression of interest and business case preparation experience
• A finance related degree (or equivalent)
• A background in early stage funding is highly desirable

Knowledge of a broad range of environmental concepts including waste, recycling, energy, climate change and accompanying legislation is an advantage.

This is a high profile role involving complex decision making with a range of stakeholders under high pressure situations. You will need to convey complex ideas to non technical people, as a result strong communication skills are essential.

For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact James Irwin on +44(0) 203 008 4695 or apply here.

Ref. 2805

We are currently looking for an experienced & talented business development professional to join their Chicago team on a part-time basis.

You will be responsible for:

• Promoting the services of CSE to targeted clients
• Researching business development opportunities and initiating initial client meetings
• Keeping a breast with current trends, news & reports within Corporate Responsibility and Sustainable development
• Initiating and integrating strategic alliances with partners

Your background will consist of:

• Solid experience in business development within a marketing, consulting or advisory services environment
• A knowledge of corporate responsibility and/or sustainability preferred
• A ‘hunter’ mentality, being able to create new business opportunities and proven experience of execution

Please contact apply here for more information.

Ref. 2792

Responsibilities will include:

• Defining and implementing strategies to encourage the integration of animal welfare concerns into Germany’s food businesses’ supply chains
• Establishing and developing networks and partnerships with food companies and retailers in Germany
• Delivering higher farm animal welfare standards and food choices within food businesses and the wider market

The right Candidate will have a track record of building strong commercial relationships and be approachable, adaptable and have a positive disposition that inspires confidence.

Skills and experienced required:

• Client relationship management
• Highly developed communication skills
• Marketing and/or sales expertise
• The ability to deliver a compelling case and engage with clients
• Experience or exposure to farm animal welfare policies and practice

The Client Account Manager must speak fluent German and will ideally have experience in or exposure to managing a sustainability or corporate responsibility programme within the retail and, food or ethical supply chain sector, or a strong track record of managing NGO programmes and campaigns to commercial organisations. Experience or understanding of farm animal welfare polices and practice will be highly beneficial.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop a programme that intersects with the commercial world and the sustainable food supply chain – a unique chance to make a lasting impact within a dynamic and relevant organisation.

To discuss this opportunity further contact Rufus Bullough on +44 (0) 845 257 8030 or apply here. Ref. 2773

Working with the Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability team, you will deliver strong, focused and creative strategies that tackle complex sustainability issues. Embedding these high level strategies into the business model, you will engage with policy makers, employees, customers and drive the organization’s message into society.

This is a new position within the team and requires an individual with a multitude of business skills, acumen, and inspirational leadership qualities.

Requirements for this position include:

• Proven experience of running cross functional marketing campaigns
• High level of expertise in running advocacy campaigns, either in a company or an NGO
• Demonstrable experience of engaging stakeholders and creating behavioural and cultural change
• High level strategic planning around sustainability issues in a large scale organization; including waste, carbon reduction, supply chain and community investment
• Previous senior team management experience

You will be a strategic and innovative thinker with the ability to adapt and absorb new ideas and information. You will look to innovate and solve complex issues; comfortable dealing with ambiguity and challenges. Working closely with the CEO you will have political acumen and posses the ability to manage the media. You will represent this global brand internally and externally and deliver results.

For more information apply here or contact Martin Killeen for a confidential discussion on +1 773 327 0963

Ref. 2772

Responsibilities will include:

• The identification and sharing of environmental best practice across the group
• Leading on group-wide emission and waste reduction projects
• Reporting on carbon footprint and waste reduction

The right Candidate will have a proven track record of implementing and managing a global Environmental strategy, with an emphasis on embedding a sustainable supply chain and carbon management programme. A strong understanding and track record is also required of auditing, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

We are looking for individuals with excellent communication and consultative skills, who will be proactive in building strong collaborative relationships both internally and externally.

To discuss this opportunity further contact Rufus Bullough on +44 (0) 203 170 5885 or apply here including your CV and covering letter.

Ref. 2720

Solely responsible for spearheading the UK strategic vision, you will be tasked with the total design and execution of the UK marketing strategy to increase the brand recognition and sales volume.

Specifically, your key areas of focus will be to:

• Develop and execute regional and national marketing initiatives
• Research and analyse the UK market
• Build and manage relationships with industry and trade associations
• Attend relevant events and conferences
• Track and analyse marketing progress

You will have an excellent marketing track record and be a proactive team player who is confident in their own abilities. Able to use initiative and make judged business decisions quickly, you will be an integral part to the growth of the business.

Other requirements will include:

• An undergraduate and postgraduate degree (or equivalent)
• Excellent research, written and analytical skills
• Exceptional communications skills at all levels
• Ability to work effectively and to a high standard under pressure
• The right to work in the UK

Our client operates in an exciting and rapidly expanding area of business. The launch of their UK office is an important phase for the company and they anticipate fast-paced growth. As such, this role will suit a creative individual who enjoys a challenge and taking on a high level of responsibility.

For more information or to apply please contact Olivia Anderson on 0203 170 8036.

Ref. 2770

Accountability is a global organisation dedicated to promoting accountability for sustainable development. The business is built upon extensive R&D that translates into powerful, practical, and applicable strategic advisory services.

With a network of thought leaders and delivery partners spanning five continents they bring a depth of capabilities to provide targeted, effective strategic advisory services.

Their work enables fortune 500 companies to:

• Use stakeholder engagement to deliver innovation, strategy and risk management
• Design strategies that create value and differentiate the organisation
• Manage the environmental and social issues that drive organisational success
• Enhance the ability of partnerships to deliver strategic results at scale
• Utilize assurance to build trust and enhance reporting processes

You will be specifically responsible for:

• Business development activities to include lead generation; seeking out specific opportunities to promote Accountability’s expertise to individual companies and pitching to clients
• Participating in client and 3rd party meetings and contributing to the analysis and write up of client reports
• Nurturing relationships with clients and other CSR practitioners
• Supporting all aspects of day-day advisory project work
• Leading the research component of advisory work, organising and co-ordinating all project logistics and taking a leading role in communicating with 3rd parties relevant to the project

You will have a background consisting of the following:

• A solid understanding of corporate responsibility and corporate citizenship
• Track record in managing client relationships
• Experience working in a solutions focused environment
• Strong research skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation and facilitation skills are essential

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company poised for extensive growth over the coming years. The post requires a strong international orientation. Overseas working experience is desirable.

If you would like additional information or would like to discuss the role further, please contact Martin Killeen on:

USA + 1.773.327.0963

UK and Europe + 44 (0) 203 170 8030

or email accountability@acre-resources.com

Ref. 2766

With a network of thought leaders and delivery partners spanning five continents they bring a depth of capabilities to provide targeted, effective strategic advisory services.

Their work enables fortune 500 companies to:

• Use stakeholder engagement to deliver innovation, strategy and risk management
• Design strategies that create value and differentiate the organization
• Manage the environmental and social issues that drive organizational success
• Enhance the ability of partnerships to deliver strategic results at scale
• Utilize assurance to build trust and enhance reporting processes

You will be specifically responsible for:

• Developing new business relationships and generating new income
• Project Managing advisory service engagements related to stakeholder engagement with corporations, Collaborative Governance, business and social strategy
• Leading corporate responsibility projects with specific emphasis on project management and the provision of technical advice to clients
• Working as part of an internal knowledge management team to translate knowledge from service activities to R&D, and vice-versa
• Act as the main contact person in New York or DC with senior client team members and decision makers

You will have a background consisting of the following:

• A deep understanding of corporate responsibility and corporate citizenship
• Good business sense and proven success in your sales ability
• A confident negotiator and ability to ‘close the deal’
• Strong client management skills
• An effective leader
• Confidence presenting to large groups of people and at board level

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the company at a very exciting stage in its growth. The post requires a strong international orientation. Overseas working experience is desirable.

Please contact Martin Killeen on +1.773.327.0963 to discuss further or apply here

Ref. 2765

The Global Sustainability Manager will be a key point of expertise within the business. Responsibilities of this role will include:

• Managing the cross functional sustainability team; coordinating the range of projects and tracking progress to ensure delivery of social and environmental commitments
• Developing organisational knowledge of key sustainability agendas including recycling technology, supply chain and climate change legislation
• Presenting at external events to publicise the brand’s sustainability position
• Working with marketing and regulatory affairs to guide brand sustainability plans and positioning

With a passion for sustainability, the Global Sustainability Manager will have the ability to influence and interact with senior management, with previous and demonstrable experience of leading change within a large, organisation and ideally on an international basis.

Knowledge, skills and experience required include:

• Rounded knowledge of the sustainability agenda within the food and drink industry; ideally with experience in coffee and tea
• In-depth experience within a senior sustainability management and functional role within a business environment
• Educated to degree (or equivalent) level

With an international remit, applicants must be available to travel globally on business at least four times a year.

For more information submit your CV and cover letter by clicking apply.

Ref. 2763

The right Candidate will help define, develop, implement and maintain their code of conduct though needs assessment, remediation and appropriate capacity building programmes.

• The right Candidate will have a robust strategic understanding of the ethical supply chain issues, practices and policies in China.
• They will need to embed an effective yet realistic, relevant and credible programme - linking sustainable solutions to the commercial needs of the business.
• They will have proven track record of 5-10 years in a relevant business field and will be able to illustrate, through previous case studies, how they have inputted into the CSR strategy in previous roles.
• They will have a strong network of stakeholders in the ethical supply chain community and have the communication and influencing skills to provide a compelling case for action.

Working in this key strategic role, with one of the most established brands in the food and beverage sector, will provide an incredible opportunity to create a positive impact and further your career in Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability.

Please apply below and include your CV and covering letter outlining the value you will bring to this opportunity.

To discuss this role in confidence, please contact: Rufus Bullough on +44 (0) 845 257 8030

Ref. 2759

A strong understanding is required of social and environmental supply chain strategy and implementation, auditing, reporting, stakeholder engagement, remediation and capacity building programme management. In addition, we are looking for individuals with excellent communication and consultative skills, who will be proactive in building strong collaborative relationships with key global companies and in turn help shape, grow and define the CR consultancy business in this region.

To discuss this opportunity further contact Rufus Bullough on +44 (0) 203 170 5885 or apply below including your CV and covering letter - outlining the value you will bring to this role.

Ref. 2754

As a Resourcer at Acre, your input will be invaluable and you will search out the best candidates for the recruitment projects we’re working on. With access to the world’s largest database of sustainability and green professionals, specific responsibilities will include:

• Identifying suitable individuals using all available resources (database, online networks, advertising)
• Interviewing and assessing candidates both on the phone and face to face
• Researching and mapping the marketplace
• Headhunting
• Keeping commercially up to date with developments and legislation within the environmental, climate and sustainability space

Working at the cutting edge of this exciting and globally important area, you will be given full support to grow your career in recruitment.

Skills and qualifications required:

• Educated to degree (or equivalent) level
• Previous resourcing or research experience in a recruitment environment
• Confident user of Microsoft office, recruitment software systems, and online job boards

Experience within the environment, energy, sustainability / CSR sector will be highly beneficial; a passion for this sector is essential.

For more information and to apply for this opportunity please submit your cover letter and CV here.

Ref. 2747

You will have primary responsibility for continuing to build and direct work with companies in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. You shall have significant autonomy in developing business opportunities and delivering consulting projects that provide high value to companies interested in improving their CSR or Sustainability performance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Consulting and Member Services: Playing a principle role in managing and delivering consulting services across a variety of projects (CSR performance assessment and strategy development, reporting, stakeholder engagement, environmental sustainability, ethical supply-chain, issues management and human rights)
• Business development and recruitment: Pro-actively develop new business opportunities and recruit new member companies
• Internal Practice Management: Represent the Pharmaceuticals/Biotech sector at internal management meetings, strategy discussions and budget planning
• External Representation: Presenting at Industry conferences, writing publications, forming beneficial external partnerships; and creating other opportunities to raise the profile of the company

Your background and qualifications will consist of:

• Master’s degree in business, law, public policy, environmental management or other relevant discipline required
• Significant consulting experience (7 years+) required, to perform the key functions of a consulting practice leader, including: developing and maintaining senior-level client relationships; pursuing and creating business opportunities; and overseeing multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Significant experience consulting within pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry (European market knowledge a plus)
• Deep knowledge and experience in key CSR content areas, such as: stakeholder engagement, supply chain, environment, human rights, or sustainable development
• Experience in developing CSR-related methodologies, such as: sustainability reporting, social/environmental risk assessment, strategy design & implementation, or social/environmental impact indicator development
• Proven leadership and people skills, including a demonstrated ability to mentor the skills and effectiveness of other team members
• Outstanding verbal, written, and facilitation skills
• Willingness to undertake business travel (~ 25-40% time)

Please contact Martin Killeen on 773.327.0963 or martin@acre-resources.com for a confidential discussion.

Ref. 2742

You will have primary responsibility for continuing to build and lead work with companies in these sectors. With significant responsibility and autonomy, you will drive new business opportunities and deliver consulting projects that provide high value with companies interested in improving their CSR or sustainability performance. As the Director, you will oversee and participate in project teams focused on the development and implementation of responsible business practices.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Consulting and Member Services: Playing a principle role in managing and delivering consulting services across a variety of projects (CSR performance assessment and strategy development, reporting, stakeholder engagement, environmental sustainability, ethical supply-chain, issues management and human rights)
• Business development and recruitment: Pro-actively develop new business opportunities and recruit new member companies
• Internal Practice Management: Represent the Agriculture, food & beverage sector at internal management meetings, strategy discussions and budget planning
• External Representation: Presenting at industry conferences, writing publications, forming beneficial external partnerships; and creating other opportunities to raise the profile of the company

Your background and qualifications will consist of:

• Master’s degree in business, law, public policy, environmental management or other relevant discipline required
• Significant consulting experience (7 years+) required, to perform the key functions of a consulting practice leader, including: developing and maintaining senior-level client relationships; pursuing and creating business opportunities; and overseeing multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Significant experience consulting within the agriculture, food and beverage industry (European market knowledge a plus)
• Deep knowledge and experience in key CSR content areas, such as: stakeholder engagement, supply chain, environment, human rights, or sustainable development
• Experience in developing CSR-related methodologies, such as: sustainability reporting, social/environmental risk assessment, strategy design & implementation, or social/environmental impact indicator development
• Proven leadership and people skills, including a demonstrated ability to mentor the skills and effectiveness of other team members
• Outstanding verbal, written, and facilitation skills
• Willingness to undertake business travel (~ 25-40% time)

Please contact Martin Killeen on 773.327.0963 or martin@acre-resources.com for a confidential discussion.

Ref. 2740

Primark, part of Associated British Foods Plc (AB Foods), has engaged Acre Resources to assist with the hire of the Ethical Trade Executive (ETE). AB Foods is a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with sales of £8.2 billion and over 96,000 employees in 44 countries.

AB Foods has a significant presence in high street retailing through its fast-growing Primark value fashion and clothing chain, trading from 196 stores and 5.9 million sq ft of selling space in the UK, Republic of Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Holland, Germany and Belgium. Research has shown that Primark is now the largest clothing retailer in the UK by volume.

The ETEs in each region are responsible for the implementation and following up of the Primark Ethical Trade Strategy for the suppliers and factories in the various regions and wherever the organisation feels necessary to work.

The ETE will monitor and support remediation against policies and procedures based on the Primark Code of Conduct (PCC), national and other applicable laws. Principally the company’s Ethical Trade Strategy is based on the implementation of the PCC, which in turn is based on the Ethical Trading Initiative’s Base Code for implementation.

Duties will include:

• Conducting audits in accordance with the PCC, and the accurate preparation of audit reports
• Supplier remediation, for example supplier training or organising work shops for factory managers, workers and representatives in order to ensure high standards
• Project management and coordination
• NGO and external stakeholder engagement

The role will report to the Ethical Trade Manager in China and the ETE should possess, as a minimum, the following skill sets and experience:

• Solid and demonstrable hands on experience of conducting Ethical Code Compliance Audits and well as related activity
• A good understanding of Ethical/Social and if possible Environmental issues and standards
• Exposure to SA 8000 audit protocols, and be certified as a lead auditor
• Excellent communication skills, including very good verbal and written English
• Experience in helping run effective supplier training and workshop sessions
• Exposure in working through multi stakeholder engagement/initiative models
• Ability to work independently, self driven while at the same time being in constant communication with the team and line managers
• Proficiency in Information Technology tools (software applications) and Windows packages (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• A team player
• Integrity

Please apply with your CV and a covering letter outlining ‘why you are the right candidate for this role’ to apply@acre-resources.com or click the apply button below.

Ref. 2739

As a Recruitment Consultant at Acre, you will help develop business within the green space, working with a variety of companies to search out the best people for their requirements.

We are looking to hire an experienced Recruitment Consultant to join our team in London. At this level we’d be interested in passionate individuals with demonstrable ability, experience and success in:

• Business development and sales within a recruitment environment
• Communicating professionally with clients and candidates
• Managing and delivering the full recruitment process
• Attending and presenting at client meetings
• Establishing a network of industry contacts
• Achieving financial targets

You will be able to develop your knowledge of this exciting and globally important area within a commercial environment, and will be given full support to grow your career in recruitment.

Skills and qualifications required:

• Educated to degree (or equivalent) level
• Previous recruitment experience
• Confident user of Microsoft office, recruitment software systems, and online job boards

Commercial experience within the environment, energy, sustainability / CSR sector will be highly beneficial; a passion for this sector is essential.

For more information and to apply for this opportunity please submit your cover letter and CV here.

Ref. 2648

The right candidate will be required to develop, deliver, monitor, maintain and then grow the organisation's ethical trading and sustainability programmes in China. They will need to plan and implement capacity building programmes to remediate systemic supply chain issues. They will deliver an effective yet realistic, relevant and credible programme - linking sustainable solutions to the commercial needs of the business.

Potential Candidates will be able to illustrate through example how they have helped organisations overcome the root causes of supply chain issues through successful ethical trading programmes.

The Ethical Trading Manager's responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the organisation's ethical trading requirements are clearly communicated throughout the supply base
• Facilitating the development and delivery of training and other capacity-building measures for suppliers on ethical trading
• Supporting suppliers in completing ethical audits and closing out non-compliances (where required)
• Developing and maintaining relationships with local and regional stakeholders including industry associations, trade unions, NGOs and relevant government bodies
• Working with stakeholders to identify emerging labour issues, and develop solutions
• Providing the business with information regarding ethical trading in the region, including case studies and information relating to NGO or media campaigns

The successful candidate will have strong leadership, communication, influencing and crisis management skills. They will work with different stakeholders across departments to drive the organisation's ethical trading agenda in the region, exploring root causes to issues, developing solutions, and mobilising others to deliver results.

Working in this key strategic role, within one of the most influential retailers in globally, will provide an incredible opportunity to create a positive impact at the forefront of sustainability.

To discuss this opportunity further contact Rufus Bullough on +44 (0) 203 170 5885 or apply below including your covering letter outlining the value you will bring to this role and CV.

Ref. 2585

Primark, part of Associated British Foods Plc, has engaged Acre Resources to assist with the hire of the Ethical Trade Executive (ETEs). AB Foods is a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with sales of £8.2 billion and over 96,000 employees in 44 countries.

AB Foods has a significant presence in High Street retailing through its fast-growing Primark value fashion and clothing chain, trading from 196 stores and 5.9 million sq ft of selling space in the UK, Republic of Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Holland, Germany and Belgium. Research has shown that Primark is now the largest clothing retailer in the UK by volume.

The ETEs in each region are responsible for the implementation and following up of the Primark Ethical Trade Strategy for the suppliers and factories in the various regions and wherever the organisation feels necessary to work.

The ETEs will monitor and support remediation against policies and procedures based on the Primark Code of Conduct (PCC), national and other applicable laws. Principally the company’s Ethical Trade strategy is based on the implementation of the PCC, which in turn is based on the Ethical Trading Initiative’s Base Code for implementation.

Duties will include:

• Conducting audits in accordance with the PCC, and the accurate preparation of audit reports
• Supplier remediation, for example supplier training or organising work shops for factory managers, workers and representatives in order to ensure high standards
• Project management and coordination
• NGO and external stakeholder engagement

The role will report to the Ethical Trade Manager in China and ETEs should possess, as a minimum, the following skill sets and experience:

• Solid and demonstrable hands on experience of conducting Ethical Code Compliance Audits and well as related activity
• A good understanding of Ethical/Social and if possible Environmental issues and standards
• Exposure to SA 8000 audit protocols, and be certified as a lead auditor
• Excellent communication skills, including very good verbal and written English
• Experience in helping run effective supplier training and workshop sessions
• Exposure in working through multi stakeholder engagement/initiative models
• Ability to work independently, self driven while at the same time being in constant communication with the team and line managers
• Proficiency in Information Technology tools (software applications) and Windows packages (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• A team player
• Integrity

To discuss this role in confidence, please contact: Rufus Bullough on +44 (0) 845 257 8030

Ref. 2518