Senior Engagement Officer, ConcreteZero

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Summary

Are you ready to tackle a major source of global carbon emissions with a motivated membership of market-leading corporates as part of a dynamic team? As the Senior Engagement Officer for the ConcreteZero initiative you'll be at the heart of Climate Group's ambition to create a market for net zero concrete.

The successful candidate will contribute to ConcreteZero's mission of accelerating the decarbonisation of the concrete industry and driving forward innovation in reducing the climate impact of concrete. We do this by building and showcasing demand for low carbon concrete and bringing together key players from across the value chain to collaborate and share knowledge in a way that supports collective industry action.

About Climate Group

Climate Group is an international organisation, and we want to reflect that in our staff. People who work for us, and people who apply, need to feel heard, safe, and included. That is why we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion throughout our application process and in our offices. We welcome applicants that are diverse in terms of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective.

Climate Group drives climate action. Fast. Our goal is a world of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with greater prosperity for all.

We focus on systems with the highest emissions and where our networks have the greatest opportunity to drive change. We do this by building large and influential networks and holding organisations accountable, turning their commitments into action.

We share what we achieve together to show more organisations what they could do. We are an international non-profit organisation, founded in 2004, with offices in London, Amsterdam, Beijing, New Delhi and New York.

About the role

The Senior Engagement Officer's role is to support the successful delivery of the ConcreteZero team's cross-cutting program of work, specifically by working with other team members on engagement and recruitment efforts; coordinating ConcreteZero member progress reporting; and developing impactful thought leadership content and practical guidance.

Outside the ConcreteZero team, the Senior Engagement Officer will be expected to work in collaboration with cross-functional teams within Climate Group, such as the communications, events, and Client Experience teams to prepare member related content and provide support as necessary.

Working in close collaboration with the wider ConcreteZero and Climate Group colleagues the Senior Officer will:

• Support the design and implementation of ConcreteZero member engagement strategy, including the effective preparation and delivery of member event
• Support member recruitment efforts by providing research, strategy and administrative support
• Lead coordination of the process by which ConcreteZero members report their progress against their decarbonisation commitments
• Maintain accurate stakeholder contact list and engagement/project dashboard, and accurate calendar of internal and external events and engagements
• Capture and report on the ConcreteZero team's impact for ClimateGroup's internal system
• Work with ConcreteZero members and other key stakeholders to develop case studies that demonstrate best-practice and can be used to showcase progress
• Support with the smooth running of series of technical workstreams designed to facilitate knowledge sharing and value creation among ConcreteZero members
• Identify opportunities to illustrate our work through specific member engagement
• Attend industry and sector specific conferences and events
• Build trusting relationships with member organisations and other relevant stakeholders and partners
• Keep up to date with the latest developments in concrete sector within the broader context of geo-political and macro-economic events

About you

This is an exciting role for a motivated Senior Engagement Officer to work within our industry team based in London and reporting to the Senior Manager of the ConcreteZero team. This role is integral to the team's ability to deliver on an ambitious program of work in 2025 and beyond. It will involve building close working relationships with other Climate Group colleagues, members of the ConcreteZero initiative as well as our extensive and diverse stakeholder network.

The role offers significant opportunity for professional development for an ambitious person with a passion for creating a sustainable future.

Essential

• Alignment with the mission of Climate Group and ConcreteZero
• Team player with the ability to identify where support is needed; comfortable delivering an administrative workload where necessary alongside more strategic activities
• A strong desire to develop skills and knowledge and be able to flexibly support a rapidly developing initiative
• Demonstrable experience of working proactively and independently to deliver tasks and achieve project objectives
• Experience coordinating, and/or taking responsibility for, the development of outputs such as written deliverables, knowledge webinars, or workshops
• Confident and practiced at managing and manipulating data in excel
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across a range of cultural contexts
• Clear understanding of commercial drivers in the private and public sector, and experience of managing relationships with stakeholders in these fields

Desirable

• Knowledge and/or experience of the climate challenges associated with concrete and the built environment
• Experience of impact measurement and reporting
• Business level proficiency or fluency in major European languages in addition to English
• Knowledge of greenhouse gas measurement and reporting approaches, and environmental data on materials (e.g. emission factor databases, (W)LCAs and EPDs)
• Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce, online meeting technologies, and social media

Our location

You'll be based in our London head office near Tower Bridge and will enjoy the benefits of flexible and hybrid working: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

As well as having excellent green credentials, our open-plan workspace offers the ultimate flexibility for your working day, whether you're working collaboratively, hosting a hybrid meeting with your global colleagues, or need some focus time in an acoustic booth or at a standing desk. The building is accessible for people living with disabilities, and offers a well-equipped gym, secure bike parking and showers.

What we offer

Our people are at the heart of what we do. You'll be joining a global community of bold, ambitious doers who are committed to driving climate action fast.

This is a permanent position. The salary offered is £33,610 - £36,970 per annum, based on experience.

In addition to the rewards you'll find from working with friendly, motivated people who'll challenge and help you grow, we offer a fantastic benefits package:

• 25 days' holiday per year, plus public holidays
• 10% non-contributory pension scheme following three months' service
• Long-service holiday bonus of an additional day after three and six years' service
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Cash plan and private medical insurance on completion of probation
• Supportive family policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave as well as fertility treatment support
• Monthly wellbeing allowance plus Headspace membership
• Paid leave for volunteering, moving house and getting married
• Life assurance cover from first day
• E-bike/bike loan scheme of up to £1,000
• Season ticket loan scheme
• Comprehensive learning and development initiatives to help you reach your full potential, including access to LinkedIn Learning

Apply now

Submit your application now using the 'Apply' button.

Applications for this position should come in the form of a CV and a one-page cover letter which should include why you want to work with Climate Group and how your experience, skills and knowledge relate to the competencies outlined above.

If you need any further information, require the job advert in an accessible format, or need additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Nia Bell, Senior Manager ConcreteZero, [email protected].

The closing date for applications is midnight 15th December 2024. We'll be holding interviews on a rolling basis, therefore welcome and encourage early applications.

The requisite eligibility criteria, or work visa to work in the UK are a requirement for this position and no relocation and/or sponsorship costs will be borne by Climate Group.

We will not be engaging recruitment agencies for this vacancy.