ESG Lead (Europe) - 999

at  Thorlabs

WHAT IS THE JOB?

ESG Lead in EU Controlling & Finance Department will support Thorlabs in driving and implementing Thorlabs’ ESG framework across all European entities. This role will be responsible for project management of the development of internal processes and practices that align ESG initiatives with business goals, reporting requirements and stakeholders’ expectations.
The ideal candidate will need to have a willingness to travel (10%)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am – 4.30pm

WHO WE ARE?

Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 9 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.

• ESG strategic support: Drive and support development and execution of the ESG strategies across Europe, in alignment with global corporate strategy and goals
• ESG Framework development: Project manage the implementation of ESG framework across all European entities, including close collaboration with teams and stakeholders

at EU and global level. Support the development of ESG policies, processes and best practice within the ESG framework.

• Internal and regulatory reporting: Lead on data management processes: collection, quality control, evaluation, audit and disclosure. Develop and deliver external ESG reports within required reporting scopes, as well as internal reports, presentations, dashboard for various stakeholders.
• ESG digitalization: Manage ESG technology tools and leverage EPR system to identify opportunities to streamline and automate ESG processes, enhance efficiency and improve effectiveness.
• Evaluating and analyzing ESG information: Identify opportunities and propose recommendations for innovation, initiatives and improvements in environmental performance, social responsibilities and governance practices.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders at EU and global level, to promote transparency and to address risks and opportunities.
• Projects and initiatives: Support regional ESG initiatives and other related projects, ensuring ESG targets are achieved and managed
• Support to local ESG teams: Support the performance and the development of local ESG teams across Europe. Provide guidance, to include training sessions and knowledge sharing as required.
• ESG culture development: promote a culture of sustainability across EU entities and globally, encouraging active engagement from all.