About the job

The National Lottery Community Fund is delivering an environmental strategy that will not only help communities we Fund but also identifies us as an exemplar in managing our own environmental impact. It’s an exciting time to join the Fund as the Environmental Officer role will help lead our journey to Net Zero emissions as well as support our Environmental Strategy both internally and externally. An interest in climate change and an understanding of environmental sustainability in the workplace will be a key part to this role as well as the confidence to bring in new ideas and support engagement of staff.

The role will sit within the Facilities team which helps support all nine of the Fund’s offices which are based in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

• The Environmental Officer role will be varied but some of the key responsibilities are:You will be responsible for facilitating the Fund’s efforts to reduce its environmental impact and move towards being a Net Zero organisation. You will lead best practice around environmental sustainability across sites and engage staff to consider their own impact.

• You will draw learning and resources from external sources, to develop an array of approaches, with a view to getting all staff to consider the resources they use, irrespective of their motivation

• You will support the Fund’s established Climate Action Network, ensuring that they all feel connected to and can contribute to energy and resource savings projects/initiatives/themes.

• You will ensure projects are well planned and progressed and will collate and share environmental measures to demonstrate achievements.

• You will help with environmental data capture and carbon accounting and reporting on any trends both internally and externally.

• You will also provide relevant updates to Senior Management Team (SMT) and work closely with the SMT lead on environmental sustainability, highlighting any issues requiring resolution

• The role will mainly be based in one office, but you’ll be required to engage across the Fund and develop communications that will reach all staff.

• You may be drawn into any project/team to advise on environmental sustainability.

• You will engage with internal and external stakeholders and will support the communication of strong external messages declaring our dedication to working sustainably.

• Key responsibilities may include:Serve as the Fund’s lead contact for environmental matters, providing advice and maintaining oversight of environmental activity.
• Support the implementation and delivery of the Fund’s Net Zero commitments through effective stakeholder engagement and strategic guidance.
• Coordinate environmental data collection and reporting processes to track performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Draft and coordinate environmental reports, including following guidance for sustainability returns to DCMS and the sustainability report for inclusion within the Annual Report and Accounts.

Skills & RequirementsThe candidate for this role should have passion, commitment, and enthusiasm to help deliver our Net Zero targets. They should have good communication skills as well as strong analytical and report writing skills. Previous experience of environmental sustainability within the workplace would be beneficial.

• Interview details:Date: 6th and 7th October
• Format: Online
• Location: UK-wide

We have a hybrid approach to working and you will likely visit the Fund’s other offices on an ad hoc basis. Work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices: Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester and Newcastle.

We will be hosting a briefing session on: 16th September, 11:30am, to register or ask any questions please email: recruitment@tnlcommunityfund.org.uk How to apply:Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (1000 words) with the following criteria, we will use this to score your application.

1. Essential:Demonstrable understanding of environmental sustainability in the workplace, and/or working as an organisation toward Net Zero
2. Excellent organisational skills, managing a diverse workload
3. Ability to analyse, synthesise and present complex information in an accessible manner.
4. Ability to work as a key team player, comfortable with liaising with numerous people from across different departments internally.

1. Desirable:Experience with / skills in internal communication
2. Comfortable with carbon scopes and managing a Net Zero pathway
3. Ability to confidently engage with similar ALB’s to understand their Environmental work
4. Ability to confidently engage with internal and external stakeholders in order collect relevant environmental reporting data

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)

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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.