London | £60,000 | Hybrid

We are partnering with an ambitious, design-led consumer brand seeking an experienced Compliance & Sustainability Manager to take ownership of its B Corp recertification and broader ESG agenda.

This is a senior, hands-on position with responsibility for embedding responsible business practices across the organisation. Reporting to the Head of Compliance, you will lead B Corp strategy, oversee ESG governance and data integrity, support regulatory readiness, and deliver enhanced product traceability programmes, including Digital Product Passports.

This role suits a detail-oriented and commercially aware professional who enjoys building structured frameworks, working cross-functionally, and driving measurable progress within a growing brand environment.

Key Responsibilities:

B Corp Strategy & ESG Leadership

Act as the internal lead for B Corp certification and recertification cycles
Own improvement roadmaps, coordinating actions across departments to strengthen impact performance
Ensure business operations remain aligned with B Corp principles and evolving ESG best practice
Maintain policies, governance documentation, and audit-ready evidence

ESG Reporting, Systems & Controls

Establish and manage robust ESG data collection and validation processes
Map environmental and social metrics to recognised reporting frameworks, including emerging European requirements (e.g., CSRD)
Implement structured internal controls to ensure consistency, traceability, and assurance readiness
Support submission processes for B Corp and other sustainability-related disclosures

Regulatory Compliance & Digital Product Passports

Monitor upcoming UK and EU sustainability and product legislation
Translate regulatory requirements into practical internal procedures and supplier expectations
Lead the implementation of Digital Product Passports, defining required data sets, supplier workflows, and scalable product record systems

Product Compliance & Documentation

Support technical product compliance activities and documentation management
Ensure alignment between compliance obligations, sustainability standards, and responsible marketing claims

Supplier Onboarding & Responsible Sourcing

Manage ESG and compliance requirements within supplier onboarding processes
Coordinate factory audits and track corrective action plans
Engage suppliers on traceability, transparency, and responsible sourcing initiatives
Training & Continuous Improvement
Deliver internal training and guidance on B Corp standards and ESG requirements
Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across teams

Essential Experience

Demonstrated experience in ESG, sustainability, compliance, or technical roles within fashion, lifestyle, or consumer goods sectors
Direct involvement in leading B Corp certification or recertification processes
Strong understanding of ESG reporting expectations and governance controls
Working knowledge of UK/EU product compliance and sustainability regulation
Experience delivering cross-functional implementation projects
Strong analytical and systems capability, particularly in product and supply chain data
Desirable
Experience implementing Digital Product Passports or traceability programmes
Familiarity with PLM, ERP, or supplier data management systems

Diversity & Inclusion: ILMJ values diversity, equality and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and identities.

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