ESG Business Partner

ESG Business Partner

Birmingham | Hybrid with site travel

-5055K + Company Car + Bonus Scheme and more

We''re partnering with a market leader in the building materials and interiors sector on the search for a new ESG Business Partner. This is a key role focused on driving progress across their circular economy, waste, and wider environmental goals.

Following a successful period building foundational strategy and achieving ISO 14001 certification, the business is now looking to take their next step forward and this hire will play a central part in that journey.

The role will report into the ESG Director and work across a large, national operational network to roll out high-impact ESG initiatives, shape long-term sustainability efforts, and support on key environmental reporting requirements.

Responsibilities for the ESG Business Partner will include:

• Lead the rollout of the takeback and recovery program, including on-site recycling centers, and manage waste and recycling partnerships.
• Support circular economy initiatives and sustainable design, identifying opportunities to drive value and innovation.
• Maintain oversight of ISO 14001 and environmental compliance, supporting audits and monitoring performance across operations.
• Contribute to ESG reporting (including TCFD and emissions), and build strong relationships across operations, supply chain, and senior stakeholders.

The successful ESG Business Partner will have:

• Experience in waste, recycling, or environmental management, ideally within operational or supply chain environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001, environmental compliance, and relevant legislation such as packaging regulations and EPR
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across a range of stakeholders
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a willingness to bring new ideas

This is an excellent opportunity to grow and develop your career further within an exciting organisation who have an enviable reputation in their field. If you are interested and have the required experience, contact Jessica Rowe on or (phone number removed).

Irwin and Colton are a specialist Environment, Health and Safety recruitment company, based in the South East of England we recruit across the UK. We recruit all roles in the environment, health and safety industry from Environment, Health and Safety Manager, Health and safety Director through to Environment, Health and Safety Advisor positions.

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