The Ethical Business Analyst will support the development, promotion and oversight of the Group’s Ethical Policy and wider ethical business practices, ensuring these are fully aligned with the Group’s strategic objectives. The person in post will contribute to the analysis, coordination and communication of activity that strengthens the Group’s position as a leader in ethical business, including the creation of high‑quality content and the collation and interpretation of impact measurement data.
The role holder will assist in ensuring the Ethical Policy is well understood and embedded across the organisation, including providing ethical screening support for customers and suppliers. The position will involve horizon scanning to identify emerging trends, contributing insight on reputational and ethical risks, and supporting research, campaigning and thought leadership that advances the Group’s purposeful business agenda.
The person in post will work closely with colleagues across the Sustainability team and wider Group functions, building strong relationships essential to driving forward the Ethical Policy and ethical business priorities. The role may also support colleague and branch engagement processes within the Greater Manchester area.
We operate on a team led hybrid approach with at least 2 days a week in the Manchester office. Travel to Coventry occasionally may also be required.
Our benefits include:
* 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays and a holiday buy/sell scheme
* Annual discretionary bonus scheme
* Personal pension with matched contributions
* Life assurance (6 times annual salary)
Find out more about the fantastic benefits of joining Coventry Building Society here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
About you
For this role you’ll need to have:
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and a focus on continuous improvement.
* Experience in business ethics and application to Financial Services, including those related to human rights, equality and social justice.
* Knowledge of the UK Ethical business sector and the role the financial services sector can play in its growth.
* Experience of governance, risk and compliance related activity
Experience in these areas would be helpful:
* Hold a recognised qualification or accreditation in Sustainability, Social Impact, ESG or a related professional field.
About us
In 2025, Coventry Building Society purchased The Co‑operative Bank. Bringing together our purpose‑led building society with the UK’s original ethical bank was the start of an exciting journey.
Trusted by over four million people, we’re a mutually owned business free from shareholders, and with our combined experience of almost 300 years, our ethics and dedication will continue to guide us. Together, we have shared values and an ethical approach towards our members, customers and colleagues.
We’re officially recognised as a ‘Great Place to Work’ and our benefits go beyond basic pay, with a discretionary bonus scheme, a culture of reward and recognition and comprehensive support for wellbeing.
We’re serious about equality, of race, age, faith, disability, and sexual orientation and we celebrate diversity. By working together, we know you’ll build more than just a career with us.
Flexibility and why it matters
We understand the need for flexibility, so wherever possible, we’ll consider alternative working patterns. Have a chat with us before you apply to see what the possibilities are for this role.
Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer
We’re proud to offer an interview or assessment to every disabled applicant who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As part of the application process, disabled applicants can opt in for the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. If there are ever occasions where it is not practicable to interview all candidates that meet the essential criteria, such as when we receive a high number of applications, we commit to interviewing disabled candidates who best meet the minimum essential and desirable criteria.
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