Summary
£33,000* - £41,800* per annum | 30-35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme
Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re curious, collaborative, and passionate about what we do.
Just like you.
Are you passionate about sustainability and want to make a real difference?
At Lidl, we have built our ambitious sustainability strategy setting out our plans and goals to become a more sustainable business. Within this, our vision is clear, we want to ensure good food is accessible for everyone and are now looking for an individual with a real passion for sustainability to help us drive our agenda.
Working within our small and strong CSR team, you will be responsible for developing and delivering a range of leading programmes from tackling food waste, cutting carbon emissions to exciting our colleagues to act more sustainability. You will be engaging with almost every area of the business, as well as building powerful relationships externally.
This exciting new role presents a great opportunity to help shape and drive the sustainability agenda at a leading retailer.
At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you’ll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.
What you'll do
- Support the delivery and management of a range of CSR projects aimed at delivering the sustainability strategy, such as, community engagement, food waste reduction and redistribution and carbon emissions reduction
- Lead the data collection and management of CSR related projects. Includes sourcing from internal and external stakeholders, implementing new reporting processes, data analysis and quality assurance
- Support the delivery of internal and external reporting commitments, generating and researching content, proof reading and providing supporting evidence/data
- Assist colleague and customer engagement programmes
- Support major fundraising campaigns to meet our charity partner commitments
- Engage with both internal and external (i.e. NGOs, trade associations, industry partners) stakeholders; attending internal meetings and external events
- Support the organisation of internal events
- Develop internal and external communications as required, such as presentations, briefing packs, website content and letters
- Responding to ad hoc queries from our partners and other organisations
- Some general administrative support for the wider team including invoicing and processing funds
What you'll need
- Solid understanding of CSR issues relevant to the retail sector
- Displays a passion and drive for sustainability
- Proven experience in a similar CSR role is desirable but not essential
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to handle and analyse complex data
- Degree educated in a relevant subject
- German language skills are desirable but not essential
- Experience building and maintaining strong relationships internally and externally
What you'll receive
- 10% in-store discount
- 30-35 days holiday pro rata
- Market-leading family leave
- Competitive salary
- Contributory pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Plus, more of the perks you deserve.
*Includes an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.
If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.