The CSR Compliance Officer will coordinate the development, implementation, and monitoring of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and compliance programs within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The role ensures the organisation adheres to UK regulatory requirements, ethical standards, and sustainability goals while promoting a culture of responsible manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
CSR Strategy and Support
- Assist with delivery of CSR strategies aligned with the company's mission and objectives.
- Collaborate with internal teams to design and execute sustainability initiatives, such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, and ethical sourcing.
- Engage with suppliers to ensure ethical practices across the supply chain, including compliance with Modern Slavery Act requirements.
- Hold responsibility for response to customer supplier form completion for CSR.
Regulatory Compliance
- Monitor compliance with relevant UK and EU laws, including food safety standards, environmental regulations, and employment laws.
- Conduct regular internal audits and inspections to ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards.
- Stay updated on changes to UK legislation and industry standards affecting CSR and compliance.
Reporting and Metrics
- Prepare and present regular reports on CSR activities, compliance audits, and sustainability performance metrics for senior management and external stakeholders.
- Measure and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to environmental and governance objectives.
- Be responsible for obtaining and reporting on CO2 and Waste for the UK.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong relationships with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and community groups.
- Represent the company in industry forums and sustainability networks.
Key Skills and Qualifications
- Proven experience in CSR, compliance, or sustainability roles, ideally in the food manufacturing or FMCG sector.
- Strong knowledge of UK compliance regulations, such as food safety standards and environmental legislation.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders.
- Analytical skills to assess and report on CSR and compliance performance metrics.
Desirable, but not essential
- Degree in Sustainability, Business Management, Environmental Science, or a related field or equal experience in area.
- Familiarity with Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards and certifications like BRCGS.
- Understanding of environmental impact assessments and carbon footprint analysis.
Personal Attributes
- Passionate about ethical and sustainable practices in the food industry.
- A proactive and detail-oriented problem solver.
- The ability to influence and inspire others.
- Resilient under pressure and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Behavioural characteristics/skills:
- PC literate.
- Communication, internal/external, verbal and written.
- Able to plan and organise work efficiently and effectively.
- Able to operate under pressure and to short deadlines.
- Able to work effectively as either part of a team or as an individual.
- Excellent attention to detail that reflects thorough and accurate work.
Communication:
- Verbal and written.
- Able to communicate at all levels (internal and external).
- Able to establish productive relationships with colleagues, customers, and suppliers.
- A proactive approach to issues and situations.