Sustainability and Ethics Manager - Social Impact & Health

Job Summary : Job Description :

Our Purpose

Working in Partnership for a happier world – our shared Purpose that guides us in everything we do and inspires 3 important principles; happier people, happier business, happier world. The John Lewis Partnership is a truly unique business, one that seeks to make a positive difference to the lives of everyone.

At a glance

Contract Type - 12 month fixed term contract starting August 2024

Location - The role could also be based at either our Bracknell or London campus based on your preference. Our London office is relocating from Victoria to Pimlico during the summer of 2024

Working Pattern - We know flexible working is important to you, and it is important to us too. The Partnership has adopted a hybrid working approach meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office and home based upon your personal needs whilst balancing the needs of the business. Typically the team currently spend at least 1 day in the office per week.

Salary range - The salary range for this role is set at £52,600 - £79,200

About the role

Ethics & Sustainability (E&S) are deeply rooted in our DNA here at the John Lewis Partnership and are central to our pursuit of a happier world. We are excited to be recruiting for an Ethics & Sustainability Manager within the Social Impact & Health team. The successful candidate will play a key part in the acceleration and integration of our E&S plans across two of the UK’s most loved brands, Waitrose and John Lewis. You will be contributing to the delivery of our Social Impact & Health action plan, driving positive, measurable outcomes for our customers, Partners and our communities. With your great passion and understanding of our E&S programmes you will represent the Partnership externally, influencing NGOs and charities, bringing in their expert feedback  to maximise  the shared value of our initiatives.

Key responsibilities

Co-own the social impact and health action plan, methodology for impact assessment, and communication of results

Promote the delivery of a high-quality social impact Pan-Partnership programme at the local community level.

Work closely with a wide group of internal stakeholders including regional managers, store based community leads, Customer and Communications teams to ensure social impact engagement is effectively delivered and positively profiled.

Own our charity partnerships, building positive relationships and handling day-to-day queries. Drive activity to ensure delivery of our fundraising targets.

Manage delivery of programmes and partnerships to support the health and wellbeing of our vulnerable customers and communities, including Healthy Happy Home, Community Matters and our FareShare partnership.  Seize opportunities to review and improve the impact of programmes.

Assume Committee member role in Building Happier Futures Committee of John Lewis Partnership Foundation

Ensure legal compliance for all our charitable and community activities and relationships.

Maintain quarterly reporting and impact measurement for all activities as well as annual submission into E&S report.

Ensure accurate and responsible budget management

People management of 2 direct reports.

Essential skills you’ll need

Degree-level qualification or experience in relevant subject area

Experience in social impact programme delivery across diverse stakeholder groups, with associated impact measurement

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Effective stakeholder management and organisational skills

Proven interest in and appreciation for Ethics & Sustainability, particularly social impact and health

Desirable skills and experience

Experience in People management

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Benefits of the Partnership and the role

• Hybrid Working.

Full - time working holiday entitlement 25 days holiday, plus public and bank holidays (this is prorated for part time hours).

Next Steps

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Pay :

52,600.00 - £79,200.00 Annual

Scheduled Weekly hours :

Worker Type :

Short Term Temporary Partner (Fixed Term)

Job Level : Partnership Level 6

Hours of Work :

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