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Join the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and lead the charge against plastic waste in an impactful global role
Overview
Salary £65000
Location Cowes, Isle of Wight or remote UK based Hybrid
Expires Expires at anytime
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is a pioneer in advocating for a circular economy, working across the globe to instigate systemic change for a sustainable future. The foundation collaborates with businesses, academia, policymakers, and institutions to drive large-scale solutions that yield positive outcomes for society and the environment. Embrace the opportunity to be part of a visionary organization dedicated to a world where economic growth and sustainability go hand in hand.
- Develop and grow a global business network to combat plastic pollution.
- Lead collaborative projects and workshops to foster collective action.
- Guide and challenge companies to elevate their strategies towards a circular economy.
- Ensure transparent reporting on the initiatives' progress and impacts.
- 10+ years’ experience influencing corporate strategies at a senior level.
- Expertise in plastic packaging, circular economy principles, and related challenges.
- Proven ability to inspire and drive change in large businesses.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and workshop design skills.
To apply, click the green icon to submit your CV and cover letter. The process includes an initial Zoom meeting, a work-related assignment, and an in-person interview at the Isle of Wight offices. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation values diversity and encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. For inquiries, contact recruitment@ellenmacarthurfoundation.org.
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is an organization that develops and promotes the idea of a circular economy. We work with, and inspire, business, academia, policymakers, and institutions to mobilise systems solutions at scale, globally. Our mission is to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. Our vision is a new economic system that delivers better outcomes for people and the environment.
In this newly created role as Lead - Business Action (Plastics Initiative), you will develop, challenge and activate a global network of businesses to create a future free from plastic waste and pollution. You will lead a team to facilitate and steer collaborative projects between businesses in the network, support and challenge companies on their strategies and ambition level, host international cross-value-chain workshops, and report transparently on progress.
Job requirements include 10+ years’ relevant experience in roles working with and influencing corporates, including at senior management level. Ability to influence large businesses, and to use the right mix of challenge, support, and inspiration to drive impact while strengthening relationships. Significant experience in plastic packaging and associated circular economy opportunities and challenges. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills together with experience in group facilitation and workshop design.
Benefits include a generous holiday allowance (25 days plus UK Bank Holidays plus discretionary organisational extra days leave), generous parental leave; enhanced pension options or private health scheme after 6 months; wellbeing programme.
To apply, click the green icon where you will be asked to upload a CV and covering letter. The application process includes an initial Zoom meeting with our Talent team and prospective Line manager, a work-related assignment to complete at home or as part of the interview process, and an interview with our People Team, Team Lead and prospective Line manager in our offices on the Isle of Wight.
We are keen to receive applications from people from underrepresented backgrounds, including (but not limited to) those of colour, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, and people from other marginalised groups. For more information, please contact us at [email removed - click apply for more details].
