Sustainability Lead

DAS UK has recently been acquired by ARAG SE and is now in an exciting phase of growth. 

We’re looking for a talented Sustainability Lead to lead on the development and implementation of organisational policy and strategy relating to sustainability, climate risk and transition to net zero. This is a fantastic opportunity to help promote awareness and good practice at all levels within the organisation.

Within this varied role, the successful candidate will look to ensure appropriate policy, process, controls and risk mitigations are established and embedded in the organisation. Your key areas of focus will include the business’ approach to environment, sustainability and climate change across all business functions. In addition, you'll develop the approach, tools and materials to support management of sustainability, environment and climate related topics, regulation and reporting including transition to net zero planning. In addition, you will be required to compile evidence and documentation for the relevant governance committees and executive members.

Due to the nature of the role, it is key that you hold excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to build established and trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You will look to ensure your demonstrable interest in the subject matter and best practice is communicated clearly and effectively, with the ability to tailor your message to the relevant audience. 

Only a stone’s throw from Bristol Temple Meads station, we have newly refurbished, modern city centre offices. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do, and we encourage our people to work flexibly and achieve a work-life balance that works for them.

We are keen to hear from candidates with previous experience of working in a sustainability role. You'll have a clear understanding of organisational culture, and the ability to collaborate with staff in related management disciplines. This role would suit candidates with project management skills, as well as understanding of continuous improvement. It is essential that you can demonstrate effective written and verbal communications skills, and ability to convey complex information in writing or through presentations to a range of audiences.

In addition, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Familiarity with ISO 14001. TCFD, SDR, EU CSRD, GRI, SBTi, SDG
• Facilitation skills to plan and direct meetings, training workshops and exercises.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as highly structured and organised with strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated – able to work autonomously and as a member of the team
• Ability to write polices which satisfy both legal and organisational requirements.
• Ability to communicate and influence technical and non-technical stakeholders, using language appropriate to the audience.

As a team we are passionate and enthusiastic about what we do. Our people are encouraged to think independently and to take ownership of their work. In return for your commitment we will offer you generous remuneration and an attractive benefits package which will include:

- 25 days holiday with the option to buy up to a further 5 days
- Company pension scheme with the option to increase contributions
- Group Income Protection for all employees
- Group Legal Protection for all employees
- A choice of either European Motor Assistance or Home Emergency Assistance
- Inclusion in our Health Cash plan
- Salary sacrifice benefits including Cycle scheme 
- A comprehensive wellbeing programme including free eye tests
- Access to our employee discounts hub offering exclusive discounts across thousands of retail partners, including discounted gym memberships at over 3,000 gyms across the UK
- The option to join our Sports and Social club which organises discounted events such as theatre visits, wine tasting and shopping trips

ARAG UK has been helping businesses and individuals gain access to justice for over 40 years. It’s our founding principle to enable everybody, not just those who can afford it, to assert their legal rights.

Thousands of businesses and individuals defend or pursue legal action each year safe in the knowledge that ARAG are paying their legal bills. Our businesses include a legal expenses insurance company and a law firm with many opportunities in both areas.

We have always been aware that it’s the people that really make it happen; the quality of our people defines the quality of the company, the service we offer and the good outcomes for our customers, so we’re committed to creating a great place to work for our employees.

We believe it is an exciting time to join ARAG. You can expect an organisation that will challenge and develop you to progress your career.  

By giving you every opportunity to develop yourself professionally and personally, we also pride ourselves on having an open, inclusive and high energy culture that encourages a fun working environment and places our customers at the very heart of everything we do.

If you are keen to become part of our exciting future then we would love to hear from you. In addition to the very genuine development opportunities we provide we also offer a generous reward and benefits package.