Corporate Responsibility Manager

Job Title: Corporate Responsibility Manager
Department : Secretariat
Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer
Job Location: London / hybrid
Contract Type: Permanent

The Firm
HFW is a global, sector-focused law firm. We have over 700 lawyers working across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. We take a progressive approach to our roles in commercial business – thinking creatively and pragmatically to support our clients.

Whether we are solving complex issues within the construction, aviation or shipping industries, or providing advice across insurance, commodities and energy we are specialist lawyers here to add value to our clients. We think about the commercial solution first, and then underpin our advice with a solid foundation of legal expertise.

The Department
The Corporate Responsibility team is currently comprised of 2 in London and 1 in Singapore. Our Corporate Responsibility strategic framework comprises two pillars:

• Communities: Charity partnerships, donations, volunteering and pro bono;
• Climate: Sustainability in our operations and our value chain.

These pillars are underpinned by HFW's values:

• Our Creative Expertise
• Our Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Our Collaborative Partnerships

Key Responsibilities
● Working with the Chief Operating Officer, design, manage and implement the firm's global Corporate Responsibility (CR) strategy.
● Define CR objectives and appropriate measures to assess the firm's performance against specific CR targets and KPIs.
● Collaborate with senior leadership, partner champions, and Business Service Heads to manage key global CR projects, such as climate action, and global charity partnerships.
● Manage global CR campaigns.
● Work with partners and other CR champions in their roles as chair/co-chairs of internal committees and networks.
● Collaborate with Facilities on environmental initiatives as required.
● Liaise with clients and suppliers to promote CR initiatives and engage with new clients and suppliers.
● Serve as the main contact for external CR partners, such as charity partners.
● Handle external and internal communications for the firm on CR, with support from the Communications team.
● Respond to external requests for information and submissions, such as Ecovadis and client requests.
● Prepare reports on the firm's CR strategy, objectives and performance as required.
● Attend relevant external events and activities.
● Manage the CR budget.
● Maintain CR content for the website, intranet, firm brochures, etc.
● Joint line management of the Corporate Responsibility Manager in the Singapore office, and Corporate Responsibility Executive in the London office.
● Any other ad hoc duties as may be required.

Key Skills & Experience Required
● At least five years' previous CR experience in a professional services firm.
● A track record for delivery of impactful CR initiatives.
● Commercial outlook.
● Results-oriented.
● Consultative.
● Excellent communication skills and a flair for delivering presentations and leading meetings.
● Ability to manage internal and external relationships.
● Excellent organisational skills.
● Professional demeanour.
● High levels of discretion, confidentiality and diplomacy.

Additional Information
Kindly note that this job description is not contractual. It will be reviewed periodically and may be amended or altered to meet the needs of the firm.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas that drive innovation and success. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Only those candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

HFW operates a Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Recruitment agencies should not submit CVs unless they are part of the PSL and have been engaged regarding this specific vacancy.