Environment Manager

Ready to make a real impact on the planet while shaping the future of sustainability at Sodexo? We're seeking an Environment Manager to lead and coordinate environmental compliance and strategic environmental management across Sodexo UK & Ireland. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure alignment with ISO
14001 standards, regulatory obligations, and our ambitious ESG commitments. You'll design and maintain a clear framework that drives ownership, visibility, and strategic direction, helping us not only meet but exceed our environmental responsibilities - now and in the future. As the regional strategic owner for environmental compliance, you'll establish strong governance and clear ownership of environmental processes, ensuring visibility of compliance status and readiness to respond to incidents.

You'll lead the effective application of ISO certification to meet central and contractual requirements, while championing continual improvement initiatives and driving innovation in environmental management.

• Own and maintain the regional ISO
  14001 certification and associated EMS documentation.
• Define and implement regional environmental standards and policies.
• Lead horizon scanning and legal obligations tracking.
• Coordinate internal audits and incident readiness protocols.
• Develop and manage regional aspects and impacts register.
  
  Support the application of ISO
  14001 into a contract/site where required.
• Facilitate environmental campaigns aligned with Better Tomorrow objectives.
• Represent environmental interests in ESG forums and governance committees.
• Strategic thinking and governance leadership.
• Environmental compliance and auditing.
• Stakeholder engagement and cross-functional coordination.
• Project and change management.

• Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field.
• ISO 14001 lead auditor certification preferred.
• Familiarity with ESG frameworks and UK&I regulatory landscape.

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On‑Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future; we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and everyone can be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Up to £57,000 depending on experience. Travel across sites will be required. Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way.

We also offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands, gym discount, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support for emotional, legal, and financial advice.