Environmental and Ethical Specialist

3 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom This is an IT support group Full time

About the Role

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We are looking for an experienced Environmental and Ethical Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Environmental and Ethical department, you will be responsible for ensuring that our supply chain is socially compliant and environmentally sustainable.

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The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in leadership roles in Ethical Trade and Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility or Ethical Supply Chain. You will also possess expert knowledge of human rights due diligence in the industrial context and the workings of international Brands.

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You will work closely with stakeholders, including NGOs and unions, to support our ethical and sustainability goals. Additionally, you will implement significant improvements in supply chain monitoring and reporting processes, enhancing data integrity and operational efficiency.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Successfully direct Primark's Ethical Trade and Environmental Sustainability activities in the region, contributing to global strategy.\
  • Provide regional insights to global strategy and own the regional strategy and implementation plan.\
  • Develop and manage a high-performance team that ensures compliance with Primark's Code of Conduct and drives effective factory remediation and sustainability projects.\
  • Report and drive solutions for critical issues, engaging at all levels to protect the brand and workers' rights in Primark's supply chains.\
  • Establish positive relationships with stakeholders, including NGOs and unions, to support Primark's ethical and sustainability goals.\
  • Implement significant improvements in supply chain monitoring and reporting processes, enhancing data integrity and operational efficiency.\
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Requirements

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  • Over 10 years of experience in leadership roles in Ethical Trade and Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility or Ethical Supply Chain.\
  • Expert knowledge of human rights due diligence in the industrial context and the workings of international Brands.\
  • Solid understanding of factory monitoring and remediation processes (e.g. SMETA, SA8000, HIGG) and the management of 3rd party audit companies.\
  • Strong experience in programme/project management with relevant partners, e.g. Better Work and local NGOs.\
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What We Offer

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  • An estimated salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum.\
  • Flexible working, including an early Friday finish and a subsidised cafeteria.\
  • Primark Perks – Discounts with some local partner businesses to our offices.\


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