Sustainability Innovation Analyst

We exist to create positive change for people and the planet. Join us and make a difference too! Job Title: Sustainability Innovation Analyst Location: Cambridge, UK About the role: Based in Cambridge on a hybrid basis, this role offers an exciting opportunity to drive sustainability innovation at BSI. As a Sustainability Innovation Lab Analyst, you'll research emerging trends, explore market opportunities, and help shape cutting-edge solutions. You’ll contribute to brainstorming sessions, strategic discussions, and digital innovation projects, identifying how BSI can take action in the evolving sustainability landscape. From deep-dive research to stakeholder engagement, you’ll collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and clients to test and refine ideas that could go to market. We're looking for someone with strong analytical skills, a proactive mindset, and the confidence to engage with stakeholders. If you're passionate about sustainability, technology, and making an impact, we’d love to hear from you! Responsibilities: Research sustainability trends, emerging technologies, and market opportunities to identify areas where BSI can innovate. Contribute to brainstorming sessions and strategic discussions to develop new ideas and solutions. Support the development and testing of digital innovation projects, helping to bring them to market. Collaborate with external partners, internal teams, and clients to refine and validate solutions. Take ownership of specific tasks within projects, such as conducting research, engaging with stakeholders, or gathering insights. Communicate findings and insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences To be successful in the role, you will have: Strong analytical and research skills to assess trends and market data. The ability to think critically and identify opportunities for innovation. A proactive and adaptable mindset, comfortable working on diverse projects. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with confidence to engage with stakeholders. A willingness to learn and contribute to a fast-paced, evolving environment. Some experience or familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, PMP) and human-centric design (HCD) is a plus. BSI offers a competitive total reward package, an independent and varied job in an international environment, flexible working hours, ongoing training and development with the inclusion of 27-days annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, car allowance (dependent on role), income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle. Do you believe the world deserves excellence? We are proud to be the business improvement company for other organisations to become more sustainable and resilient and finally to inspire trust in their products, systems, services, and the world we live in. Headquartered in London, BSI is the world's first national standards organization with more than 100 years of experience. We are a global partner for 86,000 companies and organizations in over 193 countries, offering development, auditing, certification, and training services, including innovative software solutions and cyber security expertise for all industries: from aerospace and automotive to food, construction, energy, healthcare, IT and trade sectors. Incorporated by Royal Charter, we’re truly impartial, and home to the ultimate mark of trust, the Kitemark. Through our unique combination of consulting, training, assurance and regulatory services we bring solid and broad knowledge to every company. If you want to contribute to this inspiring challenge, bring your open and enthusiastic mindset to our dynamic team, apply now and become part of the BSI family! D&I Policy BSI is committed to ensuring the diversity of our workforce reflects that of our clients and the communities in which we operate. Our goal is to create a sense of belonging for all employees by providing opportunities to develop, grow, and engage with our global organization all while having fun doing great work. BSI is a community where everyone can thrive. If you require any reasonable accommodations to be made on account of a disability or impairment throughout out our recruiting process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. #LI-MM2 #LI-HYBRID About Us BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives. Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments. Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs. Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society’s critical issues – from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world. BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Not found an opportunity of interest currently listed? Introduce yourself to the BSI TA team, set up personalized jobs alerts and easily apply for future opportunities. At BSI, we exist to have a positive impact. Our people influence international thinking and action on important issues. Their work builds trust in businesses and communities and enhances lives. Now we’re looking for passionate people to help us take on society’s biggest challenges. You’ll partner with key stakeholders to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world. Together, we’ll create solutions to global challenges like the climate crisis and how AI will be used. You’ll do rewarding, purpose-led work that impacts people’s health, safety and wellbeing. Your integrity will earn the trust of our stakeholders as we raise awareness of the difference we make to people around the world. You’ll have the opportunity to work across a wide range of industries across the globe. Are you looking to grow your career in an organization that supports your development and performance? You can be your best self, do your best work and make a difference here, because life at BSI is #NotYourStandardCareer. Be part of our future.