Senior Global Sustainability Manager – Plastic
Working with our global FMCG client Unilever, you will be based at Blackfriars on London’s Victoria Embankment. This full‑time temporary role runs for 12 months (37.5 hrs per week, Monday‑Friday), with a competitive salary of up to £88 000 per annum pro rata, and offers a mix of remote and onsite working.
Key Responsibilities
* Support Unilever’s flexible packaging transition by creating a coherent strategy beyond packaging innovation.
* Develop and lead Unilever’s strategy to innovate away from plastic sachets, engaging with external partners and peers to drive industry convergence.
* Develop a strategy on reuse and refill business models, ensuring Unilever is competitively positioned for the future transition within the packaging sector.
* Develop a clear strategy and programme to manage core stakeholder relationships.
* Lead Unilever’s engagement in the UN Plastics Treaty and review our approach to reflect current geopolitical context.
* Monitor waste‑picker strategy and partnerships, represent Unilever on the Fair Circularity Initiative Steering Group.
* Manage and develop the Global Sustainability – Assistant Manager to support the delivery of the team’s objectives.
Key Requirements
* Strong knowledge of, interest in, and understanding of plastics and packaging sustainability issues.
* A strategic, holistic thinker who can drive coherent cross‑functional action on flexible plastic.
* Good understanding of commercial drivers and ability to engage and influence commercial discussions.
* Passion, confidence and initiative; a self‑starter who works independently within a matrix organisation.
* Exceptional stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with experience convening a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
* Exceptional project management and writing skills.
* Proven ability to build relationships and influence senior stakeholders.
* Experience operating in a fast‑paced work environment.
Benefits & Work Environment
* Iconic location on Victoria Embankment, short walk to Blackfriars station.
* Access to on‑site deli, free tea & coffee facilities, and a restaurant open for breakfast and lunch.
* Gym access via subscription.
* Opportunities for professional growth within Unilever’s sustainability team.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Temporary
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