The Oval Partnership
ESG Lead
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ESG Lead
Partnership and Company Overview We are partnering with a B-Corp accredited FMCG manufacturing business that operates a truly global supply chain and serves an international customer base. Driven by ethical practices and sustainability, they are a purpose-led organisation experiencing brilliant growth.
As they expand and pass new compliance thresholds, they are heavily investing in their internal governance. They are now seeking a visionary ESG Lead/Officer to step into a brand-new, highly impactful role.
The Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to build and shape an ESG reporting function completely from scratch, moving the business from reactive data collection to a proactive, world-class framework and becoming the company’s "go-to person" on all ESG-related matters.
While the initial priority lies heavily on People, CSR, and Supply Chain reporting, we will work closely with the wider environmental sustainability teams to ensure the business stays fully ahead of the curve.
Key Responsibilities of the ESG Lead/Officer
- Build the Framework:
- Design process maps, governance structures, database systems, and controls for all non-financial and ESG reporting from the ground up.
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Own ESG Reporting:
- Develop, manage, and deliver robust reports aligned with UK and international regulations, including:
- Section 172
- Anti-bribery
- Gender Pay Gap
- Modern Slavery
- Develop, manage, and deliver robust reports aligned with UK and international regulations, including:
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Horizon Scanning:
- Actively research and monitor upcoming legislation (e.g., CSDDD, CSRD, EUDR, PPWR) and interpret how changing regulations will impact the global business.
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Internal Stakeholder Engagement:
- Drive "internal selling" and education, using gravitas to influence department heads and ensure:
- ESG reporting remains on agendas
- Deadlines are consistently met
- Drive "internal selling" and education, using gravitas to influence department heads and ensure:
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Strategy & Committee Leadership:
- Partner closely with the Sustainability Manager to develop long-term sustainability strategies.
- Lead meetings for the internal Compliance Committee, maintaining high visibility for leadership.
The Ideal Candidate for the ESG Lead
A self-starter with a proven track record who can comfortably "build, shape, and mould" a function.
- Experience:
- Proven experience working within ESG, corporate governance, or regulatory compliance roles.
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Technical Knowledge:
- Strong foundational knowledge of modern ESG frameworks and upcoming regulations (e.g., CSDDD, CSR, EUDR, PPWR).
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The "Builder" Mindset:
- Experience setting up data collection systems or frameworks where none previously existed.
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Influence & Gravitas:
- Exceptional relationship-building skills.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams, including HR, Legal, Supply Chain, and Sustainability.
- Capacity to hold department heads accountable for reporting obligations.
What’s On Offer?
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Autonomy & Growth:
- This role currently has no direct reports, but it is fully envisioned that as the business and regulatory requirements grow, you will build and scale your team.
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Global Impact:
- The chance to align local strategies with a wider, globally renowned parent group.
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Purpose-Driven Culture:
- Work for a verified B-Corp, where your day-to-day contributions genuinely matter.
Note: Visa sponsorship is not supported for this role. The successful ESG Lead/Officer will hold full and indefinite rights to live and work in the UK.
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