About the Role
Aesop is seeking a Sustainability Programme Manager to support the Head of Sustainability in delivering Aesop's sustainability strategy, with a particular focus on B Corp recertification, programme governance and cross-functional project management. This role will coordinate complex workstreams, manage performance tracking, and support the delivery of key sustainability initiatives across the business. Working closely with the communications team, you will help develop and deliver an engagement strategy that brings internal and external stakeholders along on Aesop's sustainability journey.
Responsibilities
•Project manage Aesop's B Corp recertification programme, including timelines, stakeholder engagement and risk management.
•Coordinate the collection and validation of evidence, data and documentation required for certification and assurance activities.
•Monitor developments in B Lab standards and assess their implications for Aesop.
•Lead and coordinate sustainability projects across Product, Packaging, Retail, Store Design, Supply Chain and Operations teams.
•Develop project plans, governance structures and reporting frameworks, tracking delivery against sustainability commitments and escalating risks where required.
•Support the implementation of circularity, refill and packaging initiatives.
•Project manage sustainability performance tracking and reporting, including Aesop's annual impact report, owning collation and analysis of the required data.
•Plan and execute engagement events around key sustainability moments, such as B Corp Month, Climate Week, World Refill Day, London Design Festival and Earth Day.
Requirements
•You have experience in sustainability, ESG or responsible business programmes.
•You understand sustainability frameworks, reporting standards and emerging regulation.
•You have strong, demonstrated project management and stakeholder management capabilities.
•You can build credibility and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
•You have excellent analytical skills, including strong Excel and data management capability.
•You can manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
•You communicate clearly and adapt your style to different audiences.
Nice to have
•You have experience supporting certification, assurance or reporting programmes, with B Corp experience highly desirable.
Conditions
•Fixed Term - 12 to 18 months.
•Industry-leading award-winning benefits package.
•Money-saving offers, free mortgage advice, share options and an enhanced pension plan.
•Up to 60% off iconic brands like YSL, CeraVe, Armani, Kiehl's and Garnier.
•Private medical and dental insurance, discounted gym memberships, and onsite mental health support.
•Enhanced family leave for all and up to 4 weeks of paid fertility leave.
•Access to leadership programs and monthly expert talks to help build skills.
