Head of Sustainability and Environmental Strategy

3 weeks ago


Clevedon, North Somerset, United Kingdom BAE Systems - UK Full time

Job Title: Head of Sustainability and Environmental Strategy

Location: Flexible, with options for remote work and occasional travel to our UK offices.

Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for sustainability and environmental responsibility? Do you have a track record of delivering successful strategies and influencing stakeholders? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join our team at BAE Systems - UK.

What you'll be doing:

  • Developing and implementing our Land Sustainability strategy, including Net Zero operations, sustainable products, and social value initiatives.
  • Monitoring and driving sustainability processes and outputs, ensuring we meet and exceed our goals.
  • Leading the Land Sustainability Working Group, creating a roadmap for achievement and driving progress.
  • Liaising with our M&L Sector and Group Sustainability & Social Value initiatives, ensuring alignment with our objectives.
  • Providing thought leadership and expertise on sustainability, advising on business strategy and decision-making.
  • Maintaining a deep understanding of relevant legislation and regulation.
  • Supporting the development of sustainability and social value materials for UK bids and campaigns.
  • Developing and maintaining sustainability metrics and reporting for Land and Group ESG reporting requirements.
  • Driving engagement and support for our Land Sustainability agenda.

Your skills and experiences:

Essential skills:

  • Previous responsibility for sustainability/ESG strategy and execution.
  • Genuine passion for environmental and social responsibility, with a strong desire to improve economic and social wellbeing.
  • Understanding of current and future sustainability issues and their impact on business.
  • Strong experience in managing and working with partners to build trusted relationships and establish value.
  • Able to challenge stakeholders and drive delivery across dispersed teams in a complex environment.
  • Track record of delivery and project management discipline.
  • Customer-focused, with strong relationships and influencing skills.

Desirable skills:

  • Degree in a relevant business area or equivalent qualifications and experience.
  • Membership of an accredited professional body.

Benefits:

You'll receive a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, and employee discounts.

The team:

BAE Systems - UK is committed to meeting ambitious sustainability targets, mitigating climate change impacts, and making a positive social and economic contribution to our communities. As the Head of Sustainability and Environmental Strategy, you'll lead our Land Sustainability agenda, providing thought leadership and expertise to shape our strategy and underpin our route map across all facets of sustainability.

Why BAE Systems - UK?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference, working in an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from underrepresented communities, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We're committed to making our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems - UK will be subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit your eligibility for certain roles.

Closing Date: 21st October 2024



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