The Vacancy
Nature Positive are recruiting for a Senior Social Sustainability Consultant / Senior Human Rights Consultant, for a unique dual role. You will be responsible for working with the Head of Human Rights and wider sustainability team supporting Nature Positive's parent company, RSK Group, in its human rights and modern slavery programmes as well as leading client projects on human rights and social sustainability for Nature Positive. We're looking for a Senior Consultant to join our growing human rights and social sustainability team in Bath, Bristol, Manchester, or London. This hybrid role involves split working between home and one of our office locations in the 4 listed locations.
This role gives you the opportunity to drive change 'in-house' as well as support clients on their journey to respecting human rights.
Nature Positive is a multi-disciplinary management consultancy with expertise across Nature, Climate and Human Rights, providing an exciting opportunity for someone interested in driving meaningful change and considering the intersections between environmental sustainability and human rights. This role requires excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills and the ability to provide practical advice and deliver with impact.
Main Responsibilities
* Support RSK Group's modern slavery and human rights programme including training, awareness raising, guidance, and reporting.
* Support our social value/social impact work, thinking about strategic opportunities to better support the communities in which we operate.
* Manage and lead client projects, ensuring we provide excellent, practical, and meaningful advice.
* Work closely with a network of expert consultants to support holistic projects and identify new opportunities for collaboration.
* Participate in business development activities, attend team meetings, and occasionally visit sites.
Personal Specification:
* A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in social sciences, international development, social sustainability topics, or other relevant qualifications.
* 3 years'+ experience working either in-house or in consultancy on human rights, social impact, and social sustainability with business.
* Ability to communicate confidently and clearly with clients and other stakeholders, knowing when to seek support from more senior colleagues when required.
* Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with team members across the business.
* Knowledge of human rights and sustainability legislation such as UK Modern Slavery Act, Australian Modern Slavery Act, Canadian Forced Labour Act, CSDDD, and CSRD.
* Awareness of voluntary disclosure including UN Global Compact.
* Knowledge of the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises and UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs).
* Desirable skills - a second language to English, please provide details in your application.
Salary and Benefits
* £38,000 - £49,000
* Company paid life assurance
* Contributed pension scheme
* Discounted Gym Memberships
* Regular career training and development
* A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan, and discounted gym membership.
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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