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Carbon & Corporate Reporting Manager - FTC
Carbon & Corporate Reporting Manager (Maternity Leave Cover – 9-Month Contract)
The Role
Our Sustainability function is seeking a carbon & corporate reporting manager to join the team for a nine-month maternity leave cover. Reporting directly to the Head of Department, this role is critical for maintaining corporate reporting compliance and supporting the annual Corporate Responsibility (CR) report.
At NEXT, we believe growth allows everyone to evolve, and we welcome applications from colleagues seeking part-time working arrangements. The reporting cycle spans September through April, including:
- Interim audit in December
- Data finalisation in March
Key Responsibilities (What You Will Take On)
- Manage and ensure accurate, timely data for:
- ARA (Annual Responsibility Assignment)
- CR report
- External filings
- Guide two direct reports while collaborating with wider departments
- Coordinate and submit requirements to auditors and external consultants within deadlines
- Partner externally to maintain systems for carbon monitoring and analysis
- Assist Total Platform Partners (e.g., FatFace, Joules, Reiss) with carbon reporting needs
- Work with the Responsible Sourcing team to develop the Scope 3 carbon reduction roadmap, advising on data collection and measurement
- Monitor evolving environmental and regulatory standards, including:
- ESOS (Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme)
- SECR (Streamlined Energy & Carbon Report)
- TNFD (Task Force on Nature-Related Financial Disclosures)
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Requirements (What You Will Bring)
To succeed, you should have:
- Extensive experience in carbon reporting for large-scale international organisations
- A deep understanding of reporting frameworks, including:
- TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures)
- GHG Protocol
- SECR
- Attention to critical detail
- Willingness to travel ad hoc to site locations
About Us
You know NEXT—but did you know we are a FTSE-100 retail company, employing over 44,000 people across the business. We are:
- UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer
- Market-leading in Kidswear
- Operating 450+ stores (plus a thriving Next Online business)
- Selling online to 80+ countries globally
At NEXT, we’ve truly gone international.
About The Team
Our({}^{\P})Sell Benefits (Plenty for You!):
Financial & Discounts
- 25% off most NEXT, MADE**, Lipsy**, Gap**, and Victoria’s Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
- company performance-based bonus
- Sharesave scheme
- 10–15% off partner brands & Branded Beauty
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle
- Free on-site nursery (OFSTED outstanding in all areas)
- Early VIP access to sale stock
- Discounted friendly restaurants with great food at unbeatable prices
- Free on-site parking
- Free digital GP and health & wellbeing services via Wellhub
- Financial Wellbeing: Save, track, and enhance through tools, coaching, and savings safeguards
Career & Growth
- Apprenticeship opportunities – grow on the job with a qualification
- Direct to Work: Instant online/instore discounts with next-day delivery from work or local store
Community & Support
- Staff discount network groups for shared experience and celebration
- Free flexible gym memberships (Wellhub, apps, PT sessions, and more)
We aim to support candidates throughout their application. Workplace adjustments are available for those who require them. If you need help due to a disability or long-term condition, contact us:
- Email: headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (Subject: 'Workplace Adjustments')
- Phone: 0116 284 2486 (leave a message)
Conditions apply. All benefits are discretionary and subject to change.
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