The Vacancy
The Water Research Centre (WRc), an RSK Group company, are looking for a
Head of Climate and Sustainability, with expertise in ESG, to work
full time as part of the highly successful WRc Management Consulting team.
This is a
hybrid role with a requirement to attend
one of our offices at least 1 day per week (Swindon, Manchester or Stirling) and meet clients as required, both in the UK and internationally.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a talented and dynamic team in a position that will lead and enable a range of future options for onward growth!
Responsibilities include:
- Lead the continuous improvement of our internal ESG management system in collaboration with colleagues from our SHEQ team.
- Assist with developing appropriate external communications regarding the company’s ESG strategy and progress.
- Lead the Climate and Sustainability business development and marketing activities, working with the wider WRc and RSK Business Development and Marketing teams to identify, prioritise and win work.
- Represent the company in regulatory forums and sustainability advocacy groups to stay ahead of policy shifts and emerging requirements such as evolving ESG regulations, reporting standards, and sustainability frameworks
- Where required, lead, manage and support project delivery to ensure on time, on-budget and high-quality services and products.
- Lead and continue to grow and manage the Climate and Sustainability team, in line with the Management Consulting directorate and WRc growth plans. This includes identifying and guiding the team on emerging challenges and opportunities in sustainability.
Person specification:
- A degree or vocational qualification in science, engineering, business and/or sustainability.
- Previous proven experience in sustainability, climate science, ESG or corporate compliance and governance.
- Regulated water experience (UK and/or International).
- Demonstrable experience in working with multiple stakeholders to successfully deliver action plans.
- Ability to influence at senior levels across WRc, RSK and with clients.
Salary and benefits:
- £60,000+ depending on experience
- Life assurance
- A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership
- Contributory Pension Scheme
Full Job Description Attached.
RSK Group Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.
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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
About Us
Water Research Centre (WRc) is an independent centre of excellence for innovation and growth that boasts more than 90 years of delivering leading, technical research and innovation services to the global water, waste management and energy sectors. Its subsidiary business, Cognica, is a leading provider of intelligent information-management solutions and services to the construction and estate-management markets. The businesses are based in Swindon, UK.
WRc’s 170 employees bring a shared purpose of discovering and delivering new and exciting solutions that enable clients to meet the challenges of the future. In addition to its wide breadth of services in water, WRc is also home to the National Centre for Environmental Toxicology, an expert team of scientists and toxicologists offering a toxicology-on-demand subscription service.
The company is renowned for its ability to address global issues, including climate change, green growth and water and sanitation services, through applied engineering excellence, highlighted through its tagline, “innovation through collaboration”.
WRc is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
