Location
Salford

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary

About the Role
Ready to make a real impact on the planet while shaping the future of sustainability at Sodexo? We are seeking an Environment Manager to lead and coordinate environmental compliance and strategic environmental management across Sodexo UK & Ireland. In this pivotal role, you will ensure alignment with ISO14001 standards, regulatory obligations, and our ambitious ESG commitments. You will design and maintain a clear framework that drives ownership, visibility, and strategic direction, helping us not only meet but exceed our environmental responsibilities now and in the future.

As the regional strategic owner for environmental compliance, you will establish strong governance and clear ownership of environmental processes, ensuring visibility of compliance status and readiness to respond to incidents. You will lead the effective application of ISO certification to meet central and contractual requirements, champion continual improvement initiatives, and drive innovation in environmental management.

Main assignments include owning and maintaining the regional ISO14001 certification and associated EMS documentation, defining and implementing regional environmental standards and policies, leading horizon scanning and legal obligations tracking, coordinating internal audits and incident readiness protocols, developing and managing the regional aspects and impacts register, supporting the application of ISO14001 into contracts/sites where required, facilitating environmental campaigns aligned with Better Tomorrow objectives, and representing environmental interests in ESG forums and governance committees.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as a retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands, gym discounts to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support including emotional, legal, and financial advice.

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers daily through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome and can be the best version of themselves. We are a Disability Confident Leader employer and run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Experience
- Proven experience in environmental compliance and auditing.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional coordination.
- Project and change management skills.

About you
- Strategic thinker with strong governance leadership.
- Ability to lead and coordinate environmental management initiatives.
- Passionate about sustainability and continuous improvement.
- Comfortable working within complex regulatory and ESG frameworks.

Qualifications
- Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field.
- ISO 14001 lead auditor certification preferred.
- Familiarity with ESG frameworks and UK & Ireland regulatory landscape.