Job Description

We're on the lookout for a passionate and proactive Sustainability Specialist to help us bring this vision to life. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate or early-career professional who's ready to make a real impact--especially someone who understands the unique role pubs play in communities.

Location: Office based with flexibility to work from home occasionally

Benefits:

Competitive salary Permanent contract Performance based bonus 25 Days, holidays, plus bank holidays and the option to buy and sell Career progression and development opportunities Subsidised staff canteen Pay Day Drinks On-site Training Academies Free parking Pension and life assurance Well-being benefits and Employee Assistance Programme Retail and Leisure Discount Scheme Pub Discount Scheme Long Service Awards

Role Purpose

At Punch Pubs & Co. we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment and society. Central to our ethos and one of our core valus as a business is our value, Doing Well by Doing Good (DWBDG), which aligns seamlessly with our ESG strategy which is underpinned by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We have committed to four of the 17 SDGs and established twelve ambitious targets that form the foundation of our KPIs, reported annually through our Punch Promise (ESG) report.



As a Sustainability Specialist, you will be instrumental in tracking, reporting, and advancing our sustainability initiatives. You will work closely with the ESG Lead to ensure that DWBDG remains an integral part of our culture and progression as a business, fostering authentic engagement and driving meaningful change at Punch and in our pubs.

Accountabilities:

Develop and Implement Sustainability Strategies



Align company goals with global frameworks like the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Support the creation, development and overall management of any ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) initiatives. Support in the production of our annual ESG report -The Punch Promise.



Monitor and Report on Sustainability Metrics such as:

Carbon reporting (Scope 1, 2, and 3)

SECR (Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting)

ESOS (Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme)

TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures)



GRI (Global Reporting Initiative)



Regulatory Compliance

Stay up to date with environmental laws and sustainability regulations.

Ensure the company meets all legal and voluntary reporting requirements along with the ESG lead.



Engage Stakeholders

Work with the Communications Team to support the co-odination of internal DWBDG working groups.

Collaborate with suppliers, partners, and community organisations to create/develop ESG projects across the business.

Play a key role in growing and engaging our Publican network (Pub Heroes) - supporting the co-ordination and content creation for Quarterly meetings which helps to foster stronger relatonships and authentically growing awareness and driving behavioural changes that help people, plant and our pubs.



Support employee engagement activities such as:

Volunteering, biodiversity projects, and mental health campaigns.

Work experience

Eden Projects big lunch



Drive Cultural Change and education:

Inspire and motivate employees, Publicans and Management Partners to adopt sustainable practices. Advocate for embedding DWBDG prinicples into all aspects of the business, fostering a shared commitment to sustainability.

We Believe In Thriving Together

Our business is rooted in partnership and shared success. We recognise excellent performance and celebrate personal wins. We are a business that empowers our People, Publicans and Management Partners to be the best they can be because by working together, we thrive together.

We Believe In Doing Well By Doing Good

It's not only what you do, but how you do it that matters. At Punch, positive performance is driven by building trust through open communication and transparency and by putting the needs of people, planet and pub first.

We Believe In Pride In Our Stride

Our people are what make us. We encourage our Punch family to take pride in their differences, show up as themselves and be unafraid to make things happen and make their mark in the world.

We Believe In Delighting Every Guest

We're passionate about hospitality and dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences that matter. Working together to grow successful pubs, we provide unwavering support that empowers our Publicans and Management Partners to do their best work, ensuring the happiness of every guest.

Technical Competencies / Professional Expertise:

Knowledge in Sustainability, Environmental Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Understanding of ESG frameworks and sustainability reporting

Excellent project management and communication skills

Passion for environmental and social impact

Ability to engage and inspire cross-functional teams, Publicans, Providers and Suppliers

Key Relationships:

Head of PR and Brand Communications (Line Manager)

Strategic Corporate Affairs & ESG Lead

Marketing & Communications Director

PR and Communications Team

Marketing Department

Closing date: Sunday 13th July 2025

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