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Roots to Work is a project of Sustain: the alliance for better food and farming.

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Sustainability Lead to join CH&CO. This is a senior role designed for a passionate sustainability professional with a background in food sustainability, a dynamic approach to problem-solving, and a talent for engaging with diverse stakeholders. This individual will be integral to driving sustainability initiatives, guiding strategic decision-making, and fostering meaningful relationships with both clients and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Stakeholder Engagement: Manage relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams, acting as a trusted advisor on sustainability issues and ensuring that client needs and expectations are met with integrity and precision.
• Project Management: Lead and oversee multiple sustainability projects from inception to delivery, with a strong emphasis on prioritisation, adaptability, and timely execution.
• Data and Systems Management: Analyse, interpret, and present sustainability data effectively. Leverage IT systems to gather, track, and report on key sustainability metrics and support data-driven decision-making.
• Communication: Translate complex scientific and technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences, including clients, our people, and management.
• Training and Support: Develop and deliver sustainability training programmes, resources, and tools tailored for operational teams, empowering them to implement sustainable practices consistently and effectively.
• Sustainability Strategy: Contribute to the broader sustainability strategy by identifying emerging trends, best practices, and innovative approaches in food sustainability.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in sustainability within the food or food service industry.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders across various levels.
• Strong project management skills with a knack for quick thinking and prioritisation.
• Proficient in data analysis, sustainability reporting, and IT systems used for tracking sustainability metrics.
• Excellent presentation, training, and written communication skills.
• Passion for food, food service, and sustainable practices within the sector.

Personal Qualities

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to sustainability, a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset, and the capacity to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you are motivated by meaningful impact, passionate about food sustainability, and eager to contribute to CH&CO’s journey towards a more sustainable future, we encourage you to apply.

The role is ideally London based, but this is flexible. The role requires some travel across the UK and Ireland, including some overnight stays.

CH&CO

Great food and hospitality bring people together whatever the location, whatever the occasion. CH&CO is a collection of specialist businesses and market-leading brands whose specialism, inspiration and enthusiasm span the hospitality sectors in the UK and Ireland, from workplaces, schools and healthcare to venues, visitor attractions, stadia and events.

What’s in it for you?

• Working with CH&CO has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.
• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Competitive holiday allowance
• Private medical eligibility
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Volunteering days
• Professional subscriptions
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme

Application information

Apply now via the CH&CO careers portal 

Job Title:

Sustainability Business Partner

Reporting to (position):

Head of Sustainability

Based at:

Location based - London or flexible, with travel across UK and Ireland

Competency Framework Level:

Level 2 – Manage & Operate

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