Graduate Sustainability Lead Horsforth, Leeds
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for sustainability and the ambition to lead positive environmental and social change?
Our client, an industry leader with an EcoVadis Platinum sustainability rating, is seeking a motivated Graduate Sustainability Lead to support and help deliver their sustainability strategy across the business. This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate to step into a visible role, gaining hands-on experience while being supported by senior stakeholders.
Recognised for innovation and excellence, the business is committed to building a more sustainable future across its operations and supply chain, supporting both internal teams and customers to meet their environmental goals.
This is a full-time, permanent role based in Horsforth, Leeds, offering a salary of £30,000 plus excellent benefits including 23 days holiday + bank holidays, a bonus scheme and free on-site parking.
Responsibilities:
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Supporting the implementation and monitoring of the sustainability strategy, including KPIs and targets
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Working closely with senior leadership to support sustainability policies and commitments
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Assisting with sustainability data collection, analysis and reporting, including environmental and carbon metrics
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Supporting EcoVadis and CDP submissions and sustainability certifications (e.g. ISO14001)
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Helping coordinate internal sustainability training and awareness initiatives
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Supporting the preparation of sustainability reports, articles and whitepapers
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Working cross-functionally with departments to identify sustainability opportunities within operations and the supply chain
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Keeping up to date with sustainability regulations and best practice (EPR, Plastic Packaging Tax, RAM)
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Supporting collaboration with external sustainability partners
Requirements:
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A recent graduate (or equivalent) in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business or a related discipline
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Strong interest in ESG, sustainability and corporate responsibility
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Some understanding of sustainability frameworks or reporting (training provided)
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Well organised with strong attention to detail
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Confident communicator with the ability to work across teams
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Proactive, enthusiastic and keen to develop
This role is ideal for a graduate who wants early responsibility, clear progression and the opportunity to lead sustainability initiatives within a forward-thinking organisation.
Apply via the link provided or contact Kitty at Unity Resourcing for more information.
