About M3: A Japanese global leader in the provision of ground-breaking and innovative technological and research solutions to the healthcare industry. The M3 Group operates in the US, Asia, and Europe with over 5.8 million physician members globally via its physician websites which include mdlinx.com, m3.com, research.m3.com, Doctors.net.uk, medigate.net, and medlive.cn. M3 Inc. is a publicly traded company on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (jp:2413, NIKKEI 225) with subsidiaries in major markets including the US, UK, Japan, South Korea, and China, and in 2020 was ranked in Forbes’ Global 2000 list. The M3 Group provides services to healthcare and the life science industry. In addition to market research, these services include medical education, ethical drug promotion, clinical development, job recruitment, and clinic appointment services. M3 has offices in Japan, UK, France, Germany, Brazil, Sweden, China, USA, and South Korea, as well as India.

About the Business Unit:

M3 EU delivers market research and healthcare technology services to large pharmaceutical clients across Europe. Based within M3 EU Central Services, this role owns M3's global sustainability compliance programme end to end - spanning EcoVadis performance, carbon and emissions reporting, supplier and procurement due diligence, and sustainability governance and policy across M3's business units - ensuring our credentials and supporting documentation stand up to scrutiny during Master Services Agreement (MSA) negotiations, contract renewals and client questionnaires.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Including, but not limited to the following:

• Own and maintain EcoVadis submissions for business unit entities - gathering evidence, keeping documentation current, and working to protect and improve scores year on year.
• Continually audit sustainability policies and the employee handbook for consistency and correct application across the business, including procurement - coordinating supplier sustainability surveys and MSAs with the MR team and, over time, other procurement teams.
• Complete client sustainability questionnaires and the sustainability sections of RFPs, accurately and to client deadlines.
• Support colleagues during MSA negotiations and renewals by supplying the sustainability information clients require.
• Keep supplier sustainability due diligence up to date and aligned with current UK and EU requirements.
• Maintain sustainability policies and internal documentation so they remain accurate and audit-ready.
• Meet externally set deadlines, including EcoVadis renewal cycles, annual SBTi and ISO 14064 submissions, CDP input (in coordination with M3 Japan), and client questionnaire response windows.
• Track relevant regulatory developments (CSRD, UK reporting requirements, client-driven standards such as PSCI) and flag anything that affects our obligations.
• Maintain the underlying data - emissions, energy and waste - that feeds our reporting and disclosures.
• Contribute to M3's thought leadership on sustainability - hosting webinars, supporting client calls, and representing the business at industry events.
• Keep marketing materials up to date, ensuring they accurately reflect the achievements and ongoing progress of the sustainability programme.
• Draft and update any relevant policies in accordance with M3 Inc corporate ESG requirements, securing required sign-off from relevant stakeholders.
• Draft and publish annual sustainability report and carbon footprint targets.

Essential Job Functions

The essential functions of this position include the Key Responsibilities described above, together with the following requirements applicable to all employees, which must be performed with or without reasonable adjustments as provided for under the Equality Act 2010:

• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance consistent with the assigned schedule.
• Participate in video conferences — including team meetings and client-facing interactions — with camera on.
• Work cooperatively and respectfully with colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures.
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Qualifications

Education and Training Required

Degree or equivalent professional qualification in sustainability, environmental management, or a related field - or equivalent practical experience. A relevant certification (e.g. IEMA or ISEP carbon accounting certification) is preferred but not required.

Minimum Experience

• 3-5 years in a sustainability, ESG or compliance role with direct, hands-on responsibility for EcoVadis submissions.
• Demonstrable experience responding to client sustainability questionnaires, ideally in a B2B, pharmaceutical or healthcare-facing environment.
• Experience supporting commercial or legal colleagues during contract and MSA negotiations is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of carbon accounting principles and GHG data collection - required given the scope of in-house carbon footprint reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Practical understanding of how EcoVadis scoring works, including evidence requirements and how to move a score.
• Working knowledge of UK and EU sustainability reporting requirements (CSRD, UK reporting obligations) sufficient to identify what applies to the business.
• Strong organisation and follow-through, with the ability to manage multiple externally set deadlines simultaneously.
• Clear, straightforward written communication for external audiences.
• Ability to work independently across all of M3's business units with minimal supervision.
• Desirable: exposure to pharmaceutical or healthcare sector client requirements; experience with other ESG platforms or ratings frameworks.
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Additional Information

Employee Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave
• Participation in a company bonus scheme linked to personal and company performance
• Group Life Cover 4x salary
• Pension 4%/4% employee/employer contributions
• Vitality health
• Staff discount scheme
• Discounted gym membership​

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About the job

Environmental Compliance and Assurance Co-ordinator

£35,530 - £41,000 plus great benefits (Work Level 6A)

Remote, with occasional travel to our Manchester city centre head office (around 6 to 8 times a year) We're looking for an Environmental Compliance and Assurance Co-ordinator to join our Property team and help drive forward our sustainability ambitions. This is a great opportunity to shape how we manage environmental compliance across our trading and non-trading estate, ensuring we meet our legal responsibilities while supporting Co-op's commitment to creating a more sustainable future. Why this role matters Protecting the environment is a key priority for Co-op, and this role will play an important part in turning our ambitions into action. As an Environmental Compliance Co-ordinator, you'll champion environmental compliance agenda across Property, helping colleagues understand environmental risks, improve compliance standards, and embed best practice into everyday decision-making. Working closely with our Sustainability, Risk and Safety teams, you'll help build the frameworks, assurance plans and ways of working that protect our business, support continuous improvement, and create lasting positive impact. What you'll do * Develop and maintain environmental compliance frameworks, policies, procedures and assurance plans across the Property function

* Champion environmental compliance and sustainability best practice across Co-op Property teams

* Create and manage environmental compliance roadmaps, working with the Head of RHSE to review and update priorities as needed

* Monitor environmental and sustainability risks across our property portfolio and recommend appropriate actions

* Build strong relationships with colleagues across Property, Sustainability, Risk and Safety teams to support effective risk management

* Provide expert advice and practical guidance on environmental compliance matters, balancing risk with commercial considerations

* Act as a trusted critical friend, constructively challenging decisions and escalating concerns where appropriate

* Support and lead investigations into environmental compliance breaches, working with external authorities where required

* Horizon scan for emerging environmental legislation and risks, helping the business prepare for future requirements

* Provide assurance and reporting to leadership teams on the effectiveness of environmental compliance and management arrangements

What you'll bring * We're committed to making our roles as accessible as possible, so we only ask for the minimum criteria. To thrive here, you'll need to bring:

* Environmental compliance experience, with a genuine passion for driving positive environmental outcomes

* Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence, challenge and build credibility at all levels

* Excellent attention to detail and the ability to identify issues, assess risks and develop practical solutions

* Experience in risk management, auditing, assurance or continuous improvement activities

* Strong project delivery skills, with the ability to plan, organise and deliver work to agreed timescales while maintaining accurate records Why Co-op? At Co-op, we're owned by our members. And because we're owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you're not just taking a job, you're joining a movement. We're an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we're powered by purpose. We want this to be a place

where you can thrive, so you'll also receive: An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance) * 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays

* A pension with up to 10% employer contributions

* Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)

* 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands

* Stream - early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it

* Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice

* 24/7 colleague support service

* Training and support for your development and career progression

* Cycle-to-work scheme A place you'll belong We're building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.

We're proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme and offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a job. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll support you.

Learn more about our recruitment process at jobs.coop.co.uk/apply-process and our inclusion commitments at jobs.coop.co.uk/diversity-inclusion.