Senior Specialist, Corporate Sustainability

As our **Corporate Sustainability Manager/Senior Specialist **, you'll be the architect of Q Collection’s sustainability strategy. You'll work hand-in-hand with passionate leaders across the company to identify and implement groundbreaking initiatives. Imagine minimizing our environmental impact, strengthening social responsibility practices, and leaving a legacy of positive change - that's the power you'll wield in this role. We're committed to achieving this through robust governance, transparent disclosure, and meticulous reporting of our sustainability efforts.

**Are You the Changemaker We Seek in the Corporate Sustainability Team?**
- You're a sustainability rockstar with a deep understanding of environmental and social challenges facing the apparel industry.
- You're a strategic mastermind, dreaming up and implementing bold sustainability initiatives that push boundaries.
- You're a master collaborator, building bridges across departments and igniting a company-wide passion for sustainability.
- Data is your friend You thrive on tracking and reporting on progress, ensuring transparency and accountability.
- You're a born innovator, constantly seeking ways to disrupt the status quo and find groundbreaking solutions.
- You're a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, staying ahead of the curve on sustainability trends.

**Job Description**:
**Sustainable Fashion Narrative Development**
- Lead the creation and refinement of Q's compelling sustainability narrative, highlighting the company's commitment to environmental and social responsibility throughout the apparel manufacturing lifecycle.
- Research and analyze industry trends and best practices in sustainable fashion to inform narrative development.

**Sustainable KPIs and Milestone**
- Lead development & track progress of KPIs & Milestones for internal sustainability task forces,

ensuring alignment with environmental and social sustainability performance across

the organisation and its value chain.
- Hold taskforces accountable for achieving sustainability objectives through KPIs to deliver real

progress
- Work with Executive Sponsors to manage project funding responsibly, focusing on timely completion of sustainability milestones.

**Investor Relations & Communications**
- Develop and prepare investor-worthy materials showcasing Q's sustainability initiatives and their impact on the company's long-term value proposition.
- Manage communication with investors regarding Q's sustainability efforts, ensuring transparency and building trust.

**Internal & External Sustainability Communications**
- Develop and implement a comprehensive internal communication strategy to foster employee engagement and understanding of Q's sustainability goals.
- Craft and execute external sustainability communications campaigns to raise awareness of Q's sustainability leadership among customers, media, and the public.
- Secretariat for monthly sustainability team meetings, and preparing impactful materials for quarterly board updates.

**Strategic Partnerships**
- Identify and build strategic partnerships with like-minded organizations, NGOs, and companies aligned with Q's sustainability goals.
- Manage and cultivate relationships with key partners, fostering collaboration on joint sustainability initiatives.
- Develop compelling communication materials to showcase these partnerships and their positive impact.

Job Requirements

**_Educational Background _**

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as:

- Sustainability
- Environmental Science / Engineering
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Communications
- Marketing (with a focus on sustainability)
- Fashion Design (with a strong understanding of sustainable practices)

**_Experience _**
- **Communications/Presentations**:Developing and executing strategic communication campaigns that elevate sustainability initiatives.
- **Deep Sustainability Knowledge**:Possessing a strong understanding of sustainability practices across various aspects, including technical green operations and corporate sustainability
- **Collaboration Expertise**:Building and nurturing partnerships with organizations aligned with your sustainability goals.
- **Strategic Implementation**:Demonstrating success in developing and implementing effective sustainability strategies within a complex matrixed organization.
- **Industry Knowledge**:Experience in apparel and a strong understanding of sustainable practices in manufacturing. (Optional: Experience with ESG investing, CDP, TCFD, ISSB etc is a plus)
- **Investor Savvy**:Proven ability to craft clear and compelling materials targeted towards investors.
- **Leadership & Communication**:A track record of leading meetings, managing projects, and analyzing data effectively.
- **Impactful Changemaker**:Demonstrated experience implementing and successfully executing sustainability initiatives.
- **Exceptional Skills**:

- Strong communication, negotiation, and persuasion skill