ESG Reporting Lead

Job title: ESG Reporting Manager

Team: Group sustainability team (RSK Group), Nature Positive

Location: Hybrid (Bristol, London or Manchester)

Nature Positive is an RSK Group business. As ESG Reporting Manager, you will be part of a dedicated internal team, which is responsible for supporting the delivery of RSK’s 2030 sustainability strategy, Second Nature.

Role overview:

The ESG Reporting Manager will be responsible for the design, co-ordination, and delivery of RSK Group’s non-financial reporting obligations and voluntary sustainability disclosures. Working cross-functionally across the group, this role enables ESG data to be collected, assured, and communicated to the highest standard — meeting both regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations.

Core responsibilities:

ESG reporting and disclosure:

• Manage the development and delivery of RSK’s annual Sustainability Report and all mandatory non-financial disclosures
• Lead alignment with current and emerging reporting frameworks. For example, TCFD, CSRD, IFRS S1/S2, SASB, UK SRS
• Manage responses to ESG ratings agencies such as EcoVadis and investor ESG questionnaires
• Co-ordinate the external assurance process for non-financial data with third-party assurance providers

Data governance and systems:

• Maintain robust data collection processes for ESG metrics across RSK Group entities and central functions and consolidate data to meet group reporting requirements
• Establish data governance standards, controls, and audit trails to support assured reporting
• Monitor evolving reporting requirements and adapt processes accordingly

Stakeholder engagement and insight:

• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and investor queries relating to ESG reporting
• Partner with key functions such as finance, SHEQ, legal, procurement and communications on integrated reporting and disclosures
• Prepare ESG performance and benchmarking analysis for senior leadership

Strategy and continuous improvement:

• Support the development and monitoring of progress against RSK’s sustainability strategy, targets, and KPIs
• Benchmark performance against peers and identify opportunities to improve ESG ratings and positioning
• Keep abreast of ESG developments, regulatory changes and best practice, and translate these into actionable recommendations for RSK Group.

Qualifications and experience (required)

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of four years demonstrable and relevant professional experience in an in-house or consultancy environment
• Demonstrable expertise with a major reporting framework(s) (e.g. SASB, IFRS S1/S2 or ESRS/CSRD)
• Experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder reporting processes across a large organisation
• Demonstrable record of producing high-quality sustainability disclosures and a solid understanding of investor ESG expectations.
• Proven ability to manage and improve data collection systems and governance processes

Qualifications and experience (beneficial)

• Relevant postgraduate qualification
• Experience with ESG reporting platforms (Workiva, Watershed, Sphera, or similar)
• Experience in external audit, assurance, or sustainability consultancy

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Technical expertise: strong knowledge of ESG reporting frameworks and regulation, and an ability to translate complexity into clear action
• Analytical rigour: critical data interrogation to identify errors and inconsistencies and maintain accurate and defensible disclosures
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with an ability to present complex information in a way that clearly articulates performance, impact and leadership
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to analyse and synthesise data and produce polished, engaging reports for varied audiences
• Excellent project management skills with a record of delivering high-quality outcomes
• A flexible, positive attitude with excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Adaptability: thrives in a fast-moving environment, with keenness to learn about and work within new reporting frameworks

Working arrangements:

Most Nature Positive staff are based in one of offices: in Bristol, London, or Manchester. This is a permanent, hybrid role with at least two days per week in one of the three offices mentioned above, to facilitate personal development, collaboration, and team working.

Full time and part time working arrangements will be considered for the role.

Occasional travel may be required, for example for team meetings.

Why join us?

• A supportive team environment
• Flexible working arrangements
• Annual leave purchase
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Health cash plan, digital GP service, mental health support
• Life assurance
• Gym and lifestyle discounts

To apply for the role please visit our careers page or for any further information do get in touch with our team today.

Company information

RSK is a global provider of environmental and engineering solutions. Operating as a group of businesses, RSK has grown considerably through diversification. This has enabled RSK to build a strong and resilient business, while providing greater value to its clients and more opportunities for its employees.

Nature Positive, an RSK Group business, specialises in partnering with companies to navigate the complex landscape of environmental and social sustainability. It strives for sustainability to be second nature in all businesses, woven into the fabric of organisations and their value chains, creating enduring positive impacts for the planet and its people. Combining subject-matter expertise with strategic and sector know-how, Nature Positive helps clients to manage climate, nature and human rights risks and capitalise on opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.

We are Nature Positive, specialists in partnering with businesses to navigate the complex landscape of environmental and social sustainability. We strive for sustainability to be second nature in all businesses, woven into the fabric of organisations and their value chains, creating enduring positive impacts for our planet and its people. Combining subject-matter expertise with strategic and sector know-how, we help our clients manage climate, nature and human rights risks and capitalise on opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.

At Nature Positive, we are committed to being a responsible business and driving positive change for people and the planet. As proud members of the UN Global Compact UK Network, we align our practices with principles on human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. Our dedication to sustainability is reinforced by our ISO 14001 certification for environmental management, ensuring we minimise our impact. We also prioritise workplace safety and quality through our ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 certifications. By embedding these values into our work, we strive to contribute to a more sustainable and nature-positive future.

Nature Positive is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?