Head of ESG

Location: London based with regular travel to Sizewell C, Suffolk and nationally as required. 
Reports To: Corporate Operations Directorate
Direct Reports: 5 (plus 8 indirect reports and 6 contractors)

Closing date: 31st January 2025

Salary:
Competitive dependant on experience

Benefits:

• 10% CIP bonus
• £6900 car allowance
• 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays 
• Private healthcare 
• Contributory pension of up to 7.5% employee/15% employer
• Ongoing professional development 
• Other lifestyle benefits

About Sizewell C

Sizewell C is at the forefront of delivering the UK’s net-zero ambitions through the development of a state-of-the-art nuclear power plant. Supported by EDF and the UK Government, Sizewell C represents a cornerstone of the country’s sustainable future, driving economic growth, community benefit, and environmental excellence. Join us as we shape a new era of clean energy.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) to lead Sizewell C’s ESG strategies and implementation plans.

You will ensure the project’s sustainability commitments are met and exceed expectations, fostering trust with investors, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies. This is a high-profile, strategic role with significant influence on national and international ESG policy and regulation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Sizewell C’s ESG strategies to meet commitments to investors, the UK Government, and stakeholders.
• Establish robust frameworks to ensure clear accountability for ESG deliverables across teams and supply chains.
• Oversee the reporting of ESG performance internally to the Executive and Board, and externally to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with financing and regulatory expectations.
• Lead proactive engagement in ESG, nuclear, and radiation policy discussions, shaping future regulations and raising awareness of Sizewell C’s initiatives.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders, including the UK Government, regulatory bodies, and community leaders, to drive sustainable outcomes.
• Manage ESG budgets, resources, and risk, ensuring adherence to financial and operational goals.

What You’ll Bring

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong expertise in ESG, sustainability legislation, policy, and best practices.
• Ability to influence and drive cultural change among senior leaders.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of presenting to Executive Boards and representing Sizewell C on national and international platforms.
• Proven problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
• Effective team leadership, fostering accountability and high performance.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of nuclear industry standards, environmental protection, and radiation safety best practices.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in environmental science, sustainability, or a related field.
• Significant experience in ESG or environmental management within the construction or infrastructure sector.
• Strong background in managing regulatory and investor commitments.
• Extensive regulatory engagement experience within the UK.

Desirable:

• Demonstrable leadership in large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience in communicating environmental and nuclear risk to public and political stakeholders.
• Familiarity with environmental management systems conforming to ISO14001 standards.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to creating a sustainable future while addressing the UK’s energy needs. 
You’ll play a pivotal role in one of the UK’s most ambitious projects, driving innovation and excellence in ESG.

Sizewell C is a great place to work, where everyone is welcome.

To fulfil our commitment of doing the power of good for Britain, our ambition is to have a workforce which reflects and benefits the society we are part of and serve.  

Every worker on SZC, wherever they are, should help to create and experience the right environment where everyone on the team understands, respects and embraces diversity with a culture where everyone is treated with equal respect and are all given equal access to opportunities.  

By valuing the different points of view and experiences that having a diverse team brings, and by fostering an inclusive climate, we will create a great place to work and a more successful project. 

We create the right environment where people feel able to bring their whole selves to work. Whilst working together there is mutual trust and appreciation created through the building of meaningful relationships with one another, aligned with our key values:

Respect: Value the rules and environment in which we operate
Positivity: Positively challenge poor quality and performance
Humility: Be open to other’s points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise
Solidarity: One team, working closely together and helping each other
Clarity: Communicate clearly and consistently

Apply Today!

If you’re ready to lead on sustainability and make a tangible difference, apply now to join the Sizewell C team and help shape the future of clean energy.

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