ESG & Sustainability Manager

Contract:Full time, Permanent

Salary:£35-£40k per annum

Location:London / Flex-Remote

Closing date: 16/07/2022

Our company

Here at Beryl, we have a clear vision: to build a better world by getting more people in cities moving sustainably.

Our aim is to be the UK's leading micromobility company, delivering financially sustainable shared schemes to UK communities. As the only B-Corp micromobility operator, we care about community, safety, the environment, and effective design.

Beryl is growing, both nationally and internationally, and now is the most exciting time to join our team.

The role

Our ESG Manager will be responsible for developing and driving an ambitious and coordinated strategy to guide Beryl to Net Zero in line with our planned timelines and follow through the setting of Science Based Targets and data analysis.

You will formalise our sustainability strategy and work across the business to embed this into everything that we do. We are starting from a great position with support across the business and many examples of best practice, but we know we can do so much more. The role will own the creation, set up and maintenance of various environmental policies to support the entirety of Beryl’s operations. The role will be reporting into our CFO, you will be the main point of contact in relation to all queries regarding environmental and sustainability projects.

The ESG Manager will help to ensure Beryl is taking all reasonable steps to reduce its carbon footprint and minimise its environmental impact.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following;

• Work with senior stakeholders and adapt good practice from across the industry to develop and propose a sustainability strategy through assessments, research and prioritisation of initiatives.
• Monitor and align to emerging business accreditations for sustainability and implement monitoring platforms when appropriate.
• Work closely with our Operations Department to complete life cycle assessments of both our products and vehicles, implementing reasonable changes to support C2C design.
• Support and maintain Beryl B-Corp and ISO 14001 projects.
• Introduce a KPI tracking system based around energy and carbon tracking to ensure Science Based Targets are being met.
• Assess and propose sustainability initiatives, whilst considering factors such as cost, effectiveness and feasibility across all Beryl projects.
• Act as a champion by engaging with the wider business and customer base to consider and promote sustainability with the help of our Marketing team.
• Responsible for periodic review of sustainability strategy and maturity framework.
• Tracking and communicating key milestones to the wider team.
• Set achievable goals to align with relevant benchmarks, with the aim to achieve a clear pathway to reach Net Zero.

Requirements

We are in need of someone who is highly engaged within the world of sustainability and who really is passionate about changing the world for the better. Ideally someone who can comprehend complex environmental science and data, with the aim to convert it into achievable and considered objectives and milestones.

• At least 2 years experience in a similar role
• Undergrad in a relevant subject or demonstrate technical understanding through recent professional experience
• Membership of IEMA at Associate level or above (or other recognised professional body)
• Experience implementing and maintaining ISO 14001
• A good understanding of social governance and sustainability issues
• Passionate about minimising environmental impact, promoting sustainability with a balanced approach to assessing issues and devising action plans
• Experience driving sustainability, ESG, Net Zero and/or carbon-neutral programmes in businesses.
• Familiarity and experience working with carbon life cycle assessments.
• Background working for a B Corp or knowledge of B Corp Certification.
• Experience in fast growing scale-ups.
• An authentic passion for sustainability and enacting meaningful change.
• Some experience in the mobility sector is desirable but not essential.

What we are offering in return

The opportunity to build the business and help Beryl on our journey to become one of the biggest micromobility providers in the world.

• A combination of the highest quality team and product - we are winning work because of our ability to demonstrate that we are market leading in both respects.
• A flexible working environment
• A beautifully fitted-out, brand-new office space near Liverpool Street.
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• 24 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Birthday day off.
• Beryl Bikes membership
• Online perks and discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Family and friends product discounts

Diversity

At Beryl, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be fairly reviewed for the role without regard to race, religion, sexuality, age, disability, gender identity, nationality, or any other protected status. We particularly welcome people from a BAME background or those who are disabled as they are currently under-represented in our workforce. If you wish to discuss reasonable adjustments for this role please indicate this within your application and we will be in touch with you.

While upholding the Equalities Act we are committed to continuing to improve our workplace culture and environment. We strive to support all staff and maintain an inclusive workplace, we champion and support mental health and wellbeing activities.

We value employees from diverse backgrounds and family arrangements, and have flexible working policies that support our staff in balancing their personal and work lives.

Application Process

• The following steps will be taken to ensure the application and recruitment process for our ESG Manager is as fair as possible, you should expect the following:
• We review all applications in the first 2 stages (Application/Shortlist) anonymously using redacting software.
• We cross reference all applications against a pre-set, job specific requirement matrix.
• Successful candidates will be subject to two interviews with various members of senior management and core Operations staff . A standardised question and scoring system will be used during the interview process.
• Unsuccessful candidates will be provided with feedback on closure of the application process.
• Successful candidates will be subject to reference or job-specific background checks after an offer of employment is made.