University of Leicester
EMS Manager
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Vacancy ID: 13097
Location: Leicester
School/Division: Estates and Campus Services
Vacancy terms: Full-time or job share, permanent
Salary details: Grade 7 - £39,906 to £46,049 per annum, pro-rata if part-time
Advert closes midnight on: 27 Oct 2026
About the role
As Environmental Management Systems Manager, you will play a leading role in advancing environmental sustainability across the University.
You will lead the development, implementation and continual improvement of the University’s Environmental Management System, supporting its progression through the EcoCampus framework towards full ISO 14001 accreditation. Initially working across Estates and Campus Services, the College of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, and the College of Business, you will help embed effective environmental management practices across the wider University.
You will undertake environmental reviews and gap analyses, develop audit and improvement programmes, monitor legal compliance, and provide expert advice and training to colleagues. You will also analyse environmental performance data across areas including waste, travel, procurement, water, energy and carbon emissions, using your findings to inform recommendations, organisational priorities and sustainability plans.
Working collaboratively with colleagues across Professional Services and academic departments, you will support Environmental Action Coordinators, contribute to environmental policies and procedures, and promote initiatives that encourage positive and lasting behavioural change. You will also engage with external auditors, consultants, contractors and accreditation bodies.
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This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a significant environmental programme and make a tangible contribution to a greener and more sustainable University community.
About you
You will have a relevant degree or vocational qualification, supported by substantial experience in environmental sustainability delivery or project management. You will bring practical experience of Environmental Management Systems, together with membership of, or progress towards membership of, an appropriate professional body.
Your knowledge will include environmental legislation, environmental auditing, health and safety considerations, sustainability principles and the wider social and economic context of environmental management. You will be confident interpreting complex quantitative and qualitative environmental data, identifying areas for improvement and translating your findings into clear, practical recommendations.
An effective communicator and collaborative relationship-builder, you will be able to explain complex or technical information to different audiences. You will have the confidence to influence, persuade and negotiate with staff, students and external stakeholders, including when established attitudes or behaviours need to change.
You will demonstrate sound judgement, initiative, accuracy and attention to detail, alongside the ability to organise competing priorities and meet deadlines. Strong IT skills, including the effective use of spreadsheets and standard Microsoft Office applications, are also essential.
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Experience of EcoCampus, higher education, public-sector or multi-site environments would be advantageous, as would experience of working with third-party providers and delivering organisational behaviour-change initiatives. The successful candidate will combine strong environmental management expertise with genuine enthusiasm for sustainability and continual improvement.
Additional information
Informal enquiries are welcomed and can be made to Chrispal Anand at chrispal.anand@leicester.ac.uk
The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.
As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.
We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
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