Sustainability Assistant

6 months ago

London, United Kingdom The Very Group Full time

**About us**:
We are The Very Group and we’re here to help families get more out of life. We know that our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That’s why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk to help them say yes to the things they love. We’re just as passionate about helping our people get more out of life too; building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging and wellbeing.

**About the team**:
It’s an exciting time to join the Sustainability Team at The Very Group

With a renewed, business wide commitment to Net Zero, Human Rights and offering our customer amazing products made with lower impact we are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated team members to put this plan in motion.

**About the role**:
The role of Sustainability Assistant will support the Product and Environmental ambitions within our sustainability strategy. The role will have a particular focus on the delivery of our net zero ambition and measuring the progress of our product roadmap, as well as implementing environmental projects across our own operations whilst supporting with the wider sustainability agenda.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Product**:

- Manage and implement sustainable raw materials certification approval process for the ESG team, and support product colleagues with queries.
- Manage our Textiles 2030, Sustainable Cotton Challenge and other product related data reports and disclosures and take responsibility for collation, analysis, and submissions

**Net Zero**:

- For our Net Zero ambitions: Seek continuous improvement in data collection processes and engagement with the different offices and suppliers.
- Data management and analysis to understand environmental impact

**Communications**
- Support on the creation and delivery of product, environment and Net Zero training material for colleagues & suppliers
- Engage with key stakeholders to communicate Sustainability messages including suppliers, colleagues, and external bodies

**General**:

- Work alongside the Product and Environment teams to support the delivery of the Clothing and Home sustainability strategy for raw materials and net zero targets across the business.
- Developing knowledge on environmental and social matters with support from the team
- Respond to team requests for data, organizational assistance, or essential bookings.
- Keep abreast of current affairs in the Social and Environmental world relevant to our business and strategy, informing the team as appropriate
- This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The job description will be reviewed and updated as the needs of the business evolve.

**About you**:

- An interest in Product, and Environmental issues in global supply chains with demonstratable knowledge
- Works collaboratively and effectively with others
- Is proficient with Microsoft office packages including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with environmental impact data
- Good communication skills

**Some of our benefits**:

- Flexible, hybrid working model
- Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews
- £250 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays
- Udemy learning access
- Bonus potential (performance and business-related)
- Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
- Matched pension up to 6%
- More benefits can be found on our career site

**How to apply**

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you may be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS and DBS check.

**What happens next?**

You can expect a two-stage interview process for this position:
**1**st** stage**:

- An informal 30-minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.

**2**nd** Stage** - A one-hour formal interview where you can expect both competency and technical questions, including project brief set by hiring team. This can be held either in person or remotely.

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

If you'd like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here.

**Equal opportunities**

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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