Head of ESG

Join our team and be part of a company that truly lives its values. With our expertise and commitment to innovation, we aim to build trust and make health and wellness accessible to all. By fostering inclusivity and care, we work collaboratively to improve the well-being of our colleagues, customers, and communities.

Location:This role is based in London, and is required to regular travel to our Nuneaton Hub and occasionally to any other location of H&B. We support flexibility and productivity of our employees by hybrid working arrangements with minimum 2 days presence in the offices.Reports to: Director of Corporate AffairsDirect Reports: 4 direct reports, including the Head of Responsible Sourcing, ESG Project Lead, ESG Manager, and Charity Partnership & Comms Manager

WHY JOIN US?

At Holland & Barrett, our mission is to make health and wellness a way of life for everyone, adding quality years to life – with sustainability at the heart of all we do. As Head of ESG, you'll have the unique opportunity to lead a cross-functional ESG strategy that impacts every part of our business, drives tangible results, and strengthens our brand's commitment to environmental and social responsibility.

WHAT YOU'LL DO?

As the Head of ESG at Holland & Barrett, you'll drive the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance values throughout the company. This role is ideal for a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys cross-departmental collaboration, and aims to make a long-term impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead ESG Initiatives: Drive ESG goals and coordinate sustainability efforts across the company.
• Collaborate on ESG Strategy: Work closely with senior leaders to embed ESG principles into daily operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Boost Social Impact: Partner with Responsible Sourcing and Charity teams to enhance social responsibility, locally and globally.
• Manage ESG Risks: Oversee risk assessments in operations and supply chains to stay compliant with regulations.
• Represent ESG Efforts: Act as the company's ESG spokesperson for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Inspire the ESG Team: Lead and nurture a team of ESG professionals, fostering growth and impact.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a company focused on health, wellness, and sustainability, where your work truly makes a difference.
• Career Growth: Gain exposure to executive leadership and build your future as an ESG leader in retail.
• Supportive Culture: Collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to growth and teamwork.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a wide range of wellness benefits to support your wellbeing and career, including:
• • 25% H&B discount & Product Allowance
  • Car Allowance
  • Bonus up to 33% (subject to company and personal performance)
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Pension contributions
  • Virtual GP 24/7
  • Electric Car Scheme
  • Various Retail Discounts
  • H&B&Me Wellness Testing
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • And many more!

SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE MEANS

• Exceeding ESG Targets: Achieving ambitious ESG goals that reinforce our commitment to sustainability and strengthen our brand's reputation.
• Inspiring Positive Change: Driving tangible improvements in areas like responsible sourcing, carbon reduction, and regulatory compliance.
• Building Strong Relationships: Developing strong relationships and receiving positive feedback from internal teams and external partners, showcasing the impact of our ESG initiatives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Knowledge

• In-depth expertise in ESG frameworks (e.g., TCFD, CSRD, CSRDDD) and sustainability regulations.
• Strong understanding of responsible sourcing, sustainability reporting, and risk management within retail or corporate organisations.

Skills

• Must-Haves: Leadership, project management, and exceptional communication and advisory skills to drive alignment across multiple functions. Advanced data analysis and reporting abilities.
• Nice-to-Haves: Familiarity with ESG and sustainability reporting tools such as Sedex and Nasdaq Metrio.

Experience

• Essential: Proven track record in Head of ESG or similar role and in setting ESG functions, strategies and driving initiatives in mid or large organisations. General understanding of International markets requirements, EU in particular. 
• Desirable: Experience in transforming business is a plus, second language (e.g. Dutch or French) is desirable but not essentia

We're passionate about helping every colleague thrive across all dimensions of wellbeing, and we're committed to having a diverse and inclusive workplace. In line with our EPIC values (Expertise, Pioneering, Inclusive, Caring), we embrace and actively celebrate all our colleagues' unique and varying experiences, backgrounds, identities and cultures - I am me, we are H&B. 

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