Sustainability Expert

At Prysmian, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Sustainability Expert to join our team in HQ (Milan).

Reporting directly to the Chief Sustainability Officer, you will play a pivotal role in driving our sustainability initiatives.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Create and execute comprehensive strategies, targets, and plans across various sustainability topics, with a strong emphasis on environmental dimensions such as climate change, SBTi, biodiversity, and circular economy.
• Lead and manage projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing ESG performance within the organization.
• Assess the effects of our operations on organizations and communities, and understand climate risks and opportunities.
• Handle inquiries from investors regarding our ESG performance and commitments.
• Address customer requests related to our sustainability ambitions and specific targets.
• Contribute to the creation of solutions, methodologies, and tools to help the company navigate complex regulatory environments and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Ensure the implementation of global initiatives at the local level by coordinating activities with regional teams.
• Support the integration of ESG into the company strategy and manage the associated change.

Who Are We Looking For?

Skill Requirements:

• 4-5 years of experience.
• Demonstrable experience and enthusiasm for ESG and environmental topics. Experience in biodiversity is a plus.
• Proven track record in managing large and complex projects, with the ability to handle technical issues in your area of expertise.
• Strong analytical abilities and capacity to develop and analyze KPIs.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Capability to see the big picture, think laterally, and apply previous experiences and solutions to new projects.
• Possess “influence without authority” leadership traits.
• Quick to learn and adapt, ask the right questions, and strive for the best solutions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Fluency in English is a must (both written and spoken).

Knowledge Requirements:

• Good understanding of the ESG industry, including relevant tools, frameworks, and key players.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and legislation, and a solid grasp of best practices within the sustainability industry.
• Knowledge of sustainability reporting processes, including materiality assessments, peer benchmarking, stakeholder engagement activities, and preparation of internal and external reports.

Ready to take the next step in your career? 

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.

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