Business Improvement & Systems Specialist
Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working - 40% Office Based)
Salary: £32,972 to £34,472 per annum
Position Type: Full-time - 37.5 hours per week, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract with the potential for extension
Interviews will be held in person at our Bristol office
About our Organisation
Soil Association Certification Ltd exists to accelerate the just transition across food, farming and land use, as a global leader in sustainability certification. We deliver trusted solutions with nature, for people and planet through the certification of high integrity holistic standards. These assurance schemes cover a wide range of sectors including food, forestry, farming, landscape restoration carbon markets, beauty and wellbeing, textiles and catering.
We are recognised and trusted by consumers and businesses around the world, operating in over 60 countries delivering FSC and PEFC certification, and you will also find the Soil Association organic symbol on over 70% of organic products in the UK.
Soil Association Certification is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Soil Association, formed in 1946, which is the only UK charity which works across the spectrum of human health, the environment and animal welfare. That’s because we cannot tackle these issues in isolation.
We campaign for change, we support farming innovation, we serve healthy food in communities, we support and grow the organic market, and we protect forests. We couldn't do any of this without our supporters, partners, donors and dedicated staff. We make a difference in the world where it’s needed the most.
About the Opportunity
Soil Association Certification is looking for a Business Improvement and Systems Specialist to work in our Data & Improvement team and work across the organisation to identify opportunities to create efficiencies and improve our customer service. The successful candidate will lead high visibility digital projects, and help shape the way we work.
The Certification business is owned by the Soil Association Charity and all profits go towards working to transform the way we eat, farm and care for our natural world. Our team is driven and dedicated, whilst also kind and open to diversity. We pursue to be a grounded, nourishing and inclusive organisation.
About You
You will have worked in complex projects and will be confident to lead the implementation of digital systems. You will be passionate about innovation and change, and about exploring different ways of working. You will be comfortable in managing the relationship with different stakeholders, which means being a good listener and able to communicate clearly and often. You will easily take the initiative when you see something that needs doing, whilst also being able to take other people’s perspectives on board.
Does this sound like you?
Please have a look at the job description, we’re looking forward to receiving your application.
Our Benefits
We offer a range of financial and lifestyle benefits to all our employees, including:
27 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contribution increasing with length of service
Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce
Volunteer days to give back to the local community or support green initiatives
Family friendly policies and flexible working
Cycle to work scheme
Sociable and engaging workplace of professionals that share a passion for healthy, sustainable lifestyle and produce
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