Sustainability Manager - Climate and Carbon Lead

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SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. Following our commitment to invest more than £24 billion in low carbon projects over the next 10 years, our SSE Renewables (SSER) business continues to be at the forefront of our growth plans, and our ambition to build a world that’s more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity of our renewable assets in operation to 13GW and grow renewable energy output five-fold to over 50TWh over the next 10 years.

About The Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant and London

Salary: £39,400 - £59,000 depending on skills and experience + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time or Part Time | Flexible First options available

As SSER’s Climate and Carbon Lead, you will play a central role in supporting the short-, medium- and long-term sustainability strategy for SSER. You will be responsible for creating and implementing a leading approach for the way SSER manages, reports and drives improvements on carbon reduction and climate change issues, with the ultimate goal of supporting SSER reach net zero carbon emissions across its operations as its business growth accelerates. The Climate and Carbon Lead will report directly to SSER’s Head of Sustainability and work closely with colleagues across the business to ensure value is created through net zero credentials and sustainability leadership opportunities.

Some Of Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Creation and implementation of a carbon reduction and net zero strategy, with targets and action plan, for SSER which meets business needs and stakeholder expectations while aligning with the SSE Group’s science-based approach.
• Working closely with colleagues and key supply chain partners to embed and report on SSER’s carbon, climate and circularity approach and commitments across direct and supply chain activities, helping to achieve of core business objectives such as winning auction bids and securing consents.
• Delivering a robust plan, processes and practices for improving the quality and quantity of greenhouse gas data captured from SSER’s direct and supply chain activities, including embodied carbon, by utilising external tools and working with key partners.
• Representing SSER’s interests, experience and leadership in government and industry forums/working groups to support the practical development and implementation of business carbon reduction policies, methodologies, regulatory changes and best practice guidance.
• Monitoring, recording and analysing the business implications of core legislative obligations, policy developments and best practice approaches which are relevant to carbon, climate and net zero in the jurisdictions SSER operates in.
  

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

• Deep technical knowledge of net zero, carbon, climate science, policy and technology relating to low-carbon infrastructure and assets.
• Practical experience of successfully developing and implementing a carbon reduction strategy, preferably for a large and complex organisation.
• Extensive project management experience, with the ability to manage numerous projects at once and work with a wide range of stakeholders, including supply chain partners, peers, technical specialists and communications teams.
• Evidence of getting things done through collaboration and being a team player who is driven, flexible and supportive of colleagues.
• A track-record as a great communicator who delivers high-quality outputs and can positively influencing internal and external stakeholders by presenting a compelling business case and complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• The ability to think independently and strategically, with outstanding judgement which enables you to provide sound, practical advice to senior leaders and colleagues across the business.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
  

At SSE, we also recognise the value that individuals from other sectors with different types of experience can bring, and therefore welcome applications from candidates who may feel they do not exactly match the above criteria but can demonstrate relevant transferable skills.

Interviews for this role are expected to take place week commencing 18 July 2022 in Glasgow or via MS Teams if travel is not possible for shortlisted candidates.

What’s in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ’Inclusion & Diversity at SSE’ to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I’ll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact pamela.fleming@sse.com.

Closing date for applications is 4th July 2022.

EXTERNAL: Before commencing employment with SSE, you’ll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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