Head of Sustainability

Job Description

Join Us as Head of Sustainability – Lead Transformative Change

Are you ready to drive a sustainability vision that goes beyond words? At Schibsted Marketplaces, sustainability isn’t a mere checkbox—it’s woven into our strategy, actions, and impact. We’re seeking an ambitious and strategic leader to elevate our sustainability journey across SMP and its verticals, ensuring that every decision we make reflects our commitment to environmental, social, and economic responsibility.

Your Role and Impact

As our new Head of Sustainability, you’ll shape and embed a value-driven sustainability agenda into our core business strategies and daily operations. In this influential role, you’ll lead and inspire cross-functional teams, ensuring sustainability is not just considered but championed in every corner of the company. Here’s how you’ll make an impact:

• Strategic Integration: Lead the integration of sustainability at every level, setting clear and impactful sustainability goals that align with our broader corporate objectives.
• Sustainability Leadership: Partner closely with our Reporting team, providing strategic insights and direction, while they manage the technical aspects of sustainability reporting.
• Trendsetting Influence: Stay ahead of global sustainability trends and regulations, ensuring our company is a leader in responsible, forward-thinking practices.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Showcase and communicate our sustainability achievements to internal teams and external audiences, solidifying our position as a sustainability leader.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Finance, or related field; a Master’s or sustainability certification is a strong plus.
• Experience: At least 4 years in sustainability with a proven record in strategy integration, especially within digital businesses.
• Expertise in Reporting Standards: Proficiency with frameworks like ESG, GRI, SASB, TCFD, and CSRD.
• Visionary Leadership: Ability to see the big picture and drive cross-functional teams towards impactful goals.

Your Personal Attributes

• Strategic and Detail-Oriented Innovator: You possess both the big-picture vision and meticulous attention to detail necessary for advancing the sustainability agenda while navigating the growing demands of compliance
• Engaging Communicator: Skilled in conveying complex ideas and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Dedicated to Positive Impact: Your passion for making a difference drives you to go beyond expectations and deliver tangible, lasting change.

You possess both the big-picture vision and meticulous attention to detail necessary for advancing the sustainability agenda while navigating the growing demands of compliance

Why Join Schibsted Marketplaces?

As Head of Sustainability, you’ll be joining a company where sustainability is at the core of who we are and what we do. This is an opportunity to shape our future, lead initiatives with real impact, and work with a passionate team that shares your commitment to making a difference. Here, your role will be pivotal in driving sustainable progress across a global organization that values growth, innovation, and positive change.

Ready to make your mark? Apply now to lead the way in sustainability with Schibsted Marketplaces.