Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive, commensurate with experience

About the Role
This role contributes to London Stock Exchange Group's (LSEG) ambition to be a strategic enabler of sustainable growth. Working within the Group Sustainability team, you will play a critical role in discrete programmes of LSEG's sustainability strategy. Central to this position is the development and leadership of LSEG's human rights approach, including preparations to meet the requirements of the upcoming Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). Key responsibilities include providing insight and expertise to evolve and embed strategy on human rights and modern slavery management, disclosing progress in line with annual reporting and regulatory requirements, and establishing a CSDDD readiness programme with budget oversight and project delivery. You will also contribute to internal capacity building through training and engagement, improve policies and processes to manage human rights risks, and manage external agencies and third parties as needed. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider, with a purpose to drive financial stability, empower economies, and enable customers to create sustainable growth. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence, and Change underpin everything we do. Joining LSEG means becoming part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries, where individuality is valued and diversity is embraced. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer committed to accommodating religious practices, mental health, and physical disability needs. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture that encourages new ideas and sustainability across our global business. Our LSEG Foundation supports community groups through charitable grants, fundraising, and volunteering. We offer a range of tailored benefits including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days, and wellbeing initiatives.

Experience
- Demonstrable knowledge of human rights, modern slavery, and related sustainability legislation, industry trends, and best practices
- Proven experience in sustainability strategy implementation in a corporate or consultancy setting
- Knowledge of CSDDD requirements and application
- Excellent project management skills
- Experience working in a matrix structure and partnering beyond the Group Sustainability team

About you
- Strong engagement, influencing, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional programmes
- Passionate about sustainability and human rights issues
- Collaborative and creative mindset

Qualifications
- Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in sustainability, human rights, or related fields are desirable but not explicitly stated