Your new company
This organisation operates within the UK's wider materials and distribution sector, supplying a broad range of products used across commercial, creative, and industrial environments. With a nationwide branch network, the business is recognised for its reliable distribution, strong customer service, and commitment to environmental responsibility. Its sustainability initiatives include supporting UK reforestation efforts through dedicated carbon focused programmes, underscoring a long term commitment to reducing environmental impact.
Your new role
As Environmental Compliance Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to genuinely shape the compliance landscape of a large group with complex supply chain networks. You'll work closely with an internal auditor, departmental heads, and a wide range of suppliers and stakeholders.
This is a new position, created due to increasing environmental reporting requirements, sustainability expectations, and ongoing business growth.
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing and enhancing company wide environmental policies and procedures
* Supporting internal audits and working closely with the in house auditor
* Managing expanding reporting obligations: energy, GHG, carbon reduction plans, and supplier data
* Coordinating compliance with: Tax, accreditations and regulations
* Completing supplier code of conduct enquiries
* Supporting tender responses
* Working with sustainability partners such as the Woodland Trust (including carbon capture initiatives and planting days)
* Potential future line management as the team grows
What you'll need to succeed
* Proven experience in environmental compliance within a manufacturing or similar materials based environment
* Knowledge of FSC/PEFC, timber regulations, EPR or similar frameworks
* Strong understanding of sustainability reporting, GHG, or energy compliance
* The ability to grow with the business, bringing both expertise and ambition
* Confident communication skills and the ability to work with stakeholders across departments
* Backgrounds within paper, packaging, manufacturing, or distribution (Preferred)
What you'll get in return
* £45,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
* 30 days holiday + bank holidays
* 37.5 hour working week
* Flexibility to work from home 1 day per week after probation
* Excellent retention, development and progression opportunities
* The chance to join a highly respected, growing organisation making major investments in compliance and sustainability
What you need to do now
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