Divisional Manager, Sustainability - London

at  Digby Wells Environmental

DIVISIONAL MANAGER, SUSTAINABILITY

Company Overview: At Digby Wells Environmental, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our colleagues, clients, the communities we engage with, and the environment. We seek a Divisional Manager to lead and develop a global team, focusing on sustainability reporting and helping clients manage issues across the ESG agenda.
Position Overview: The Divisional Manager will lead sustainability reporting activities, align clients’ reporting with industry best practices, and ensure high-quality service delivery. This includes data collection, assurance, and strategic growth to meet sustainability targets. They will also oversee the climate change department.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• In-depth understanding of Environmental, Mining, and Water legislation.
• Proficient in project management and financial principles.
• Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks, rating agencies, and technical data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel and work under strenuous conditions.
• Deep understanding of responsible investment, sustainability emerging topics, and the latest energy industry trends, strategies, and technologies.
• Knowledge of Sustainability/ESG rating agencies, frameworks, and databases.
• Expert in technical sustainability data, calculation methodologies, and limitations.
• Establish credibility and effectively interact with clients, including all levels of senior leadership.
• Self-motivated, autonomous with a can-do attitude.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to build and maintain relationships with senior executives.
• A flair for writing; you will enjoy transforming information and data into compelling copy and infographics.
• Strong project management skills: you will be developing sustainability reports from start to finish, working with clients until they are perfect.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Postgraduate degree in Financial Communications, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability or similar.
• Management Development Programme (MDP) or similar qualification (beneficial).
• Project Management Certificate (beneficial).
• Professional registration (e.g., SACNASP).

EXPERIENCE:

• At least 10 years in the relevant field, preferably within consulting.
• Experience in copywriting or editing.
• Five or more years of management experience leading teams.
• Practical experience with key reporting frameworks and other sustainability reporting standards.
• Experience in developing decarbonization strategies and managing Scope 3 carbon emissions.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Practical experience in calculating and managing Scope 3 carbon emissions.
• Developing decarbonization strategies and roadmaps.
• Analyzing and supporting sustainability reporting to improve operational performance.
• Knowledge of sustainable procurement and due diligence.

Locations: London UK, Johannesburg South Africa

• Opportunities for growth, learning, and making a lasting impact on the world.
• A competitive salary, thoughtfully aligned with internal benchmarks and market standards.
• Performance bonuses, reflecting individual and company achievements.
• Be part of a global team making a significant impact in the industry
• Both formal and informal recognition for outstanding contributions.
• Opportunities for shares, allowing our employees to share in the success they contribute to.

If you’re ready to lead by example and drive excellence in sustainability and environmental management, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team at Digby Wells Environmental.
Join the Movement: #GlobalMining #MakeaDifference #Sustainability #ESG

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• In-depth understanding of Environmental, Mining, and Water legislation.
• Proficient in project management and financial principles.
• Strong business acumen and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks, rating agencies, and technical data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel and work under strenuous conditions.
• Deep understanding of responsible investment, sustainability emerging topics, and the latest energy industry trends, strategies, and technologies.
• Knowledge of Sustainability/ESG rating agencies, frameworks, and databases.
• Expert in technical sustainability data, calculation methodologies, and limitations.
• Establish credibility and effectively interact with clients, including all levels of senior leadership.
• Self-motivated, autonomous with a can-do attitude.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to build and maintain relationships with senior executives.
• A flair for writing; you will enjoy transforming information and data into compelling copy and infographics.
• Strong project management skills: you will be developing sustainability reports from start to finish, working with clients until they are perfect.

Qualifications:

• Postgraduate degree in Financial Communications, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability or similar.
• Management Development Programme (MDP) or similar qualification (beneficial).
• Project Management Certificate (beneficial).
• Professional registration (e.g., SACNASP).

Experience:

• At least 10 years in the relevant field, preferably within consulting.
• Experience in copywriting or editing.
• Five or more years of management experience leading teams.
• Practical experience with key reporting frameworks and other sustainability reporting standards.
• Experience in developing decarbonization strategies and managing Scope 3 carbon emissions.

Additional Requirements:

• Practical experience in calculating and managing Scope 3 carbon emissions.
• Developing decarbonization strategies and roadmaps.
• Analyzing and supporting sustainability reporting to improve operational performance.
• Knowledge of sustainable procurement and due diligence.

Locations: London UK or Johannesburg South Africa,

Why Choose Digby Wells:

• Opportunities for growth, learning, and making a lasting impact on the world.
• A competitive salary, thoughtfully aligned with internal benchmarks and market standards.
• Performance bonuses, reflecting individual and company achievements.
• Be part of a global team making a significant impact in the industry
• Both formal and informal recognition for outstanding contributions.
• Opportunities for shares, allowing our employees to share in the success they contribute to.

If you’re ready to lead by example and drive excellence in sustainability and environmental management, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team at Digby Wells Environmental.
Join the Movement: #GlobalMining #MakeaDifference #Sustainability #ESG