Sustainability Reporting and Project Manager

Job Title: Sustainability Reporting and Project Manager (Fixed Term Contract)

Location: Leicester London or Bexhill-on-Sea (all hybrid approx. one day a week in your preferred office)

Welcome to Hastings Direct

Were a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. Weve made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. Were proud of the journey were on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues.

We provide insurance for over four million customers but we know theres even bigger opportunity out there. The fact youre now reading this job advert means weve tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD we really hope you like what you see and youll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If youre excited about joining us and think you have some of what were looking for even if youre not 100% sure we would love to hear from you.

Role overview

The role will report into Rhianna Dumelow our Head of Sustainability and will focus on ESG reporting requirements including the Hastings Group annual sustainability report and disclosures to Sampo Group for annual reporting. This role also includes management and delivery of projects in line with ESG strategy.

This is a fast-paced and challenging environment offering you the opportunity to make your mark. You will have support from the wider business for your career to develop into a wide range of future opportunities within Hastings.

Job details youllneed to have demonstrable experiencein:

• Responsibility for the project management and delivery of the Hastings Group annual sustainability reporting including all stages of project lifecycles and documentation

• Supporting with the collation and creation of annual sustainability reports TCFD and CDP disclosures and quarterly sustainability reporting

• Delivering and continuously reviewing (and improving) regulatory and framework reporting as part of the annual reporting cycle

• Working with Assurance Risk & Compliance Legal and any other relevant teams to identify understand and support the implementation of new ESG reporting and regulatory requirements

• Working closely with the Head of Sustainability and other key stakeholders across the business to manage and deliver strategic and regulatory projects in line with our strategy including a full suite of project management governance documentation and controls as well as supporting our ESG Analyst with the Green House Gas Carbon Footprint reporting and ESG dashboard updates

• Creating and supporting the preparation of reports and materials for ExCo/Board and assisting with the Head of Sustainability risk reviews and analysis work alongside any other sustainability related activities where needed

Essential skills/experience:

• Strong technical knowledge and a genuine passion around the ESG agenda and broader sustainability environmental management environmental legislation and environmental science

• Strong communication organisational and reporting skills with the confidence to work with colleagues of all levels including senior management

• Detailed reporting writing ability (both corporate and colleague level) with the ability to translate technical complex issues into appropriate language
  

The interview process

Our interview process involves the below:

• Recruiter screening call

• 1ststage interview with hiring leader

• 2ndinterview with a further senior leader

As a Disability Confident employerwerecommitted to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive what this means to you is ifyoureapplying for a job with usyoullhave fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS).Formore information on the DCS please visit our inclusive business page on ourcareerswebsite

Regrettablywe are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Benefits:inaddition to a competitive salary and 5k car allowance you will also receive

Flexible working we champion a flexible hybrid working approach please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail

Competitive bonus scheme- all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus

Physical wellbeing as a Band 4 colleague Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen

Financial wellbeing as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover income protection at no extra cost and matched pension contributions up to 10% we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes discounts cashback free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support

Mental wellbeing programme we have the thrive mental health app our colleague assistance programme available 24/7 our own in-house mental health first aiders support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs

Theres more! 27 days annual leave bank holidays with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks access to our health care cash back plans dental plans discounted health assessments Cycle to work and tech schemes discounted and free onsite facilities social events throughout the year and much more...

Join us and youll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues customers company and community. As one of our colleagues youll be helping to drive our growth so in return well give you all the support training and development you need. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job well deliver good outcomes for every customer helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve.

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender age race disability ethnic background religion/belief sexual orientation gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process which includes credit and criminal record checks.

At Hastings Direct were committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.

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