ESG Programme Director

Centrica plc
London
3 months ago
Applications closed

Time left to apply: End Date: February 14, 2025 (2 days left to apply)

Job requisition id: R0068086

Join us, be part of more.

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. Were energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues thats energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

About your team:

You’ll be working centrally within our mission control room, aka Centrica’s group functions. From Finance and Data Science to our Wellbeing and People teams - this is the engine of our energy system, where our various Centres of Excellence power up each of our brilliant businesses, ensuring they have all the support, technologies, and capabilities they need to get our customers to Net Zero by 2050.

Reporting to the Group Head of Environment, the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Programme Director is a pivotal role within our organisation, responsible for leading and managing the development, implementation, and maintenance of Centrica’s response to new and emerging mandatory programmatic ESG requirements including but not limited to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and the EU Sustainability Taxonomy (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).

This position requires a dynamic leader with a deep understanding of sustainability, regulatory and reporting frameworks, coupled with the ability to inspire and drive change across the organisation.

Location:UK flexible with travel as required to Windsor/London

About the role:

Were looking for an experienced ESG Programme Director to lead in the development and execution of group-wide ESG compliance and change programmes such as CSRD/CSDDD. Youll develop any necessary scope of works and budgetary requirements for third-party support, managing the procurement, on-boarding, direction, and cost control of the service provision. Youll support the Group Head of Environment to establish necessary reporting processes and controls and environmental policies, goals, and targets required by ESG regulations, ensuring they are ambitious yet achievable, working across the businesses and key functions.

Further responsibilities will include:

  1. Coordinate the development and implementation of ESG/Sustainability processes and initiatives across the group, ensuring compliance with all relevant requirements such as CSRD/CSDDD in a consistent and coherent way.
  2. Work with all functions and business units to coordinate the specification, identification, development, and implementation of appropriate mechanisms for relevant data/metric capture including procuring and implementing new data systems where necessary.
  3. Working with the Environment, Responsible Business, Legal, and Finance teams to oversee the preparation and submission of compliant reporting in accordance with CSRD/CSDDD requirements.
  4. Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders; run relevant Project Boards and enable the reporting of progress and performance to senior leaders, Executive Committee, and the Board.
  5. Coordinate and facilitate internal communication and education on CSRD/CSDDD and related topics.
  6. Work with Group Finance to manage third-party external assurance to prepare Centrica for successful limited assurance.
  7. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the CSRD/CSDDD programmes, adjusting strategies and tactics as needed to achieve goals.

Heres what were looking for:

Several years of experience in ESG, sustainability, or related roles, with a proven track record of successful programme development and implementation.

Strategic Thinking:Ability to develop and implement long-term ESG strategies that align with Centrica’s strategy and purpose and drive sustainable impact.

Programme Management:Deep proficiency in managing complex programmes, ideally in large multi-national businesses, ensuring timely delivery and effective resource allocation.

Regulatory Knowledge:In-depth knowledge of ESG frameworks, standards, and regulations, ideally including those requiring programmatic implementation such as CSRD and EU Taxonomy and the ability to ensure compliance in a way that maximises value for Centrica.

Leadership:Proven ability to lead and motivate through influence, and develop high-performing teams, including in a matrix organisation.

Stakeholder Management:Strong skills in engaging and collaborating with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

Communication:Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively.

Education and Certification:

Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, ESG, business administration, or other relevant field. A master’s degree is preferred.

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too.

If youre full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

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