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It's an exciting time to join Brown & Brown! Our business is growing both in North America and internationally which emphasizes the need to build an unparalleled team that promotes future growth. We're excited to continue solidifying that foundation as we are looking for a Global Sustainability Leader to join our growing team in Daytona Beach, Florida.
The Global Sustainability leader is a visionary and pivotal position focused on maintaining Brown & Brown’s commitment to being “Focused on Forever.” This leadership position oversees the visons, mission, execution and efficacy of the company’s sustainability programs, strategies and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives. This position will serve as the leader for Brown & Brown’s Global ESG Working group with the goal of continuing to improve and uphold our sustainability initiatives and positively impact the well-being of our communities across the globe.
Who We Are: Brown & Brown, Inc. is a growing global insurance brokerage firm delivering risk management solutions and services since 1939. Our unique culture is built on honestly, integrity, innovation and discipline and defines who we are and how we treat our customers, teammates and the communities we serve. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates---not employees. We prioritize health, family, and business---in that order. We embrace and celebrate diversity, always striving to be an inclusive place where you have the power to be yourself. Traded on the New York Stock Exchange as BRO, Brown & Brown is a big company that doesn’t act like one.
Who We Are Looking For: We are looking for passionate team players who believe in working hard and having fun in a collaborative environment. Our team is customer-focused and values the importance of strong relationships, professionalism, and trust. We embrace solutions-oriented big thinkers who are committed to results and aren’t afraid to take risks. We are driven to set goals high and aim even higher.
General Responsibilities:
Actively collaborate with the ESG working group regarding ESG strategy related matters.
Develop, implement, and monitor ESG goals, initiatives, and policies.
Lead the Global ESG Working group.
Drive progress towards the Company’s ESG goals.
Oversee communications, both internal and external, concerning ESG matters.
Monitor and assess developments related to and improving the Company’s understanding of ESG issues.
Report on the Company’s progress in improving its ESG profile to the company, senior leadership, the Governance Committee and the Board.
Collaboratively work with company leaders to allocate EGS tasks to the appropriate employees that are empowered, most notably partner with our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging task force.
Assess, analyze and propose company policies and processes to identify areas and processes to which improvements can be made in accordance with the organization’s commitment to sustainability.
Identify creative ways in which the company can balance business obligations with the goal of respecting, supporting, and improving the local and global environments.
Propose and implement strategies to address various people, community, environmental and governance concerns.
Draft and implement sustainable organizational policies.
Evaluate efficacy of sustainability programs; recommends and implements improvements as necessary with a goal of balancing strategy, execution and operational implications.
Provide subject matter expertise and conduct research to identify environmental and sustainability concerns, interests, and issues.
Consider sustainability proposals with attention to factors such as cost effectiveness, feasibility, and ease of integration with other programs.
Draft and prepare reports, presentations, and proposals; presents proposals and recommendations to the Global ESG Working group, board of directors, and other key internal and external stakeholders.
Develop and maintain appropriate documentation and records including budgets and other financials.
Prepare documentation required for project funding for various environmental initiatives.
Maintain current working knowledge of, and ensures compliance with, all applicable local, state, federal, and internal environmental laws and regulations.
Identify and facilitate training as needed.
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of relevant environmental management and sustainability leadership experiences with high-level decision-making authority.
Strong verbal communication skills to clearly articulate ideas and understanding.
Technical writing skills to create and manage important documentation.
Critical thinking skills to solve problems and enact creative thinking to provide solutions.
Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year university
Travel up to 40%
What we offer:
Competitive pay based on experience
Discretionary Time Off (DTO)
Generous benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Mental Health Resources
Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being
We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
- Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
- Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
- Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
- Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.
Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.
The Power to Be Yourself
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Brown & Brown is committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.
