Sustainability Coordinator Apprentice

Born in 1971, the roots of Mulberry are in Somerset, England. For more than fifty years, Mulberry has been a British lifestyle brand, internationally acclaimed for quality and design capturing the Mulberry Spirit. Sustainability has been part of the Mulberry ethos since the brand's inception; in 2024 we proudly achieved B Corp Certification. Today, we are a global brand, but our values remain the same; we are committed to improving our impact on people and the planet. To do this, our people are honest, dynamic, and community spirited. If these are values you share, we would love you to join our team.

The Role

Following the success of Mulberry’s apprenticeship programmes, which began in 2006, we are pleased to introduce a Level 3 Business Admin Apprenticeship within our Sustainability team. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn about sustainability in a global luxury brand, gaining hands-on experience while developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to build a career in sustainability, supply chain or responsible business. Hybrid working applies to this role, meaning you can work 3 days minimum from our Rookery site in Chilcompton and up to 2 days per week from home. Travel to other Mulberry sites or to college will be required.

The Sustainability Coordinator Apprentice will support the Sustainability team in delivering Mulberry’s “Made to Last” strategy. The Three Cs are the guiding principles of our sustainability journey, with each outlining Mulberry’s ambitions and progress made; Climate, Circularity and Community. Alongside day-to-day work, the apprentice will complete a formal apprenticeship qualification: a Level 3 Business Admin Standard, combining practical experience with structured learning. The qualification will be delivered by the UCS College Group.

What You’ll Learn & Be Involved In

• Assist the Sustainability team with the delivery of Mulberry’s sustainability strategy and targets.
• Support the collection, management and organisation of environmental and sustainability data used in reports and projects.
• Help maintain sustainability documentation, policies and principles, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.
• Support supplier sustainability activities, including tracking audit information and improvement actions.
• Work closely with teams such as Pre-Production and Product Management to understand sustainable materials, processes and innovation.
• Help update sustainability content on The Tree (Mulberry’s intranet) and support internal communications.
• Support Mulberry’s charitable partnerships and community initiatives, including awareness and fundraising activities.
• Gain exposure to the wider Mulberry business and understand how sustainability connects across departments and the supply chain.
• Take part in ad-hoc projects that support the evolving sustainability agenda.

Skills & Knowledge

• A genuine interest in sustainability, the environment and responsible business.
• A desire to learn new skills and develop in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE grade C/4 or above in Maths and English).
• Confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and an organised approach to tasks.
• A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to get involved.

Other

• No formal work experience is necessary.
• You will need to be able to travel to and from work and any required training or college attendance.
• Occasional UK travel may be required as part of the role.

Culture

Embrace and demonstrate the Mulberry values and behaviours: honesty, dynamism, and a community-oriented spirit. Support Mulberry to deliver an inclusive culture, through behaving in a way that is open-minded and respectful towards others, and understanding that your views, opinions, and experiences may not always be shared by your colleagues. Act as an ambassador for Mulberry and communicate positively about the brand.

Sustainability

As a certified B Corp, we are committed to using business as a force for good. You’ll be encouraged to incorporate environmentally and socially responsible practices into your work, supporting our Made to Last strategy across Climate, Circularity, and Community. Help foster a culture where diversity is celebrated and every individual feels valued, respected, and included. Champion equity, empathy, and understanding in all interactions - internally and externally.

In Return, You Will Receive

• A competitive apprentice salary.
• An enviable staff discount and exclusive access to staff sales.
• Pension contributions and life assurance.
• Exposure to multiple areas of the business.
• A structured apprenticeship programme with support and development throughout.
• An industry-recognised apprenticeship qualification (L3 Business Administration Standard) upon successful completion.

Additional Information

We are looking for someone to join the team in August with plans to begin the qualification in September. The typical duration of the apprenticeship is 18 months with a 3-month window for end point assessment.

If you have any questions about the role or the apprenticeship scheme, please contact the Learning and Development Team via [email protected]

Mulberry is an equal opportunities employer. All hiring decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, skills and experience relevant to the role. If you require any adjustments to our application or interview process, please let us know.