Senior Manager – Sustainability Action Programmes

<p>Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature? Are you able to drive priorities, thinking, practice and action in key environmental sustainability topics? Are you able to engage stakeholders and navigate complex organisations to make real change happen?</p><p>If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Group Function team as our new Sustainability Action Programmes Manager and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.</p><p><strong>Your new role</strong></p><p>As our new Sustainability Action Programmes Manager, you will become part of Ramboll’s Corporate Function and Centre of Excellence for Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility. You will direct and lead the implementation of Ramboll’s Corporate Sustainability Action Programmes. In particular, you will establish our Nature Impact Programme and be the driving force behind its successful implementation.</p><p>Your key responsibilities will be:</p><ul><li>Providing oversight of the successful implementation of Ramboll’s Sustainability Action Programmes to meet external commitments and strategy KPIs</li><li>Leading the development and implementation of Ramboll’s Nature Action Programme, addressing key external requirements (CSRD, TNFD, science-based targeting) and driving internal projects as part of Ramboll’s Impact and Responsibility programmes</li><li>Working collaboratively with our existing Climate Action Programme Lead, to provide technical input and support to climate programme activities where this is required</li><li>Working collaboratively with colleagues leading our volunteering programme Flourish to further develop our Social Impact Programme, and support its successful implementation</li><li>Providing technical knowledge and expertise on environmental sustainability topics as a key topic leader in Ramboll’s Centre of Excellence for Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility and to act as sustainability partner to key implementation and disclosure initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Your new team</strong></p><p>You will be part of our Corporate Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility function team. Passionate about sustainability, our vibrant, multinational team of specialists play a key role in how we implement our strategy and vision to be the partner for sustainable change. We work collaboratively with stakeholders from across the business globally to deliver programmes, guidance and tools which will enable Ramboll to have a positive impact through everything we do.</p><p><strong>About you </strong></p><p>From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. We know you will be passionate about having a positive impact on sustainable outcomes and we will support you in being able to do this through your role. Although we are excited to hear about all the skills and experience you could bring to Ramboll, for this role we have identified some capabilities that will set you up for success:</p><ul><li>A proven track record and expertise in developing and delivering targeted environmental and sustainability routemaps, strategies and action plans either in a corporate function role or in a consultant or advisory role</li><li>A subject matter expert in environmental sustainability, particularly relating to nature and climate impact, with excellent knowledge of existing and emerging policy, regulation, latest practice, and performance and disclosure requirements</li><li>A confident communicator with an ability to engage and influence stakeholders from across the business, including senior leadership, to drive project implementation and change</li><li>Ability to lead individual projects whilst being conscious of how they contribute to wider business strategy goals and outcomes</li><li>Masters-level qualification in a sustainability-related discipline or equivalent delivery experience</li></ul><p><strong>What we can offer you</strong></p><ul><li>Being valued for the unique person you are</li><li>Investment in your ongoing development</li><li>Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles</li><li>Inspiration from a global network of fantastic colleagues, clients, and projects</li><li>The long-term thinking and fundamental sustainability values of our foundation-owned company </li><li>A fully flexible work environment and a range of fantastic benefits </li><li>A dynamic role with an ability to lead and directly influence our sustainability action and impact</li></ul><p><strong>Work at the heart of sustainable change</strong></p><p>Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.</p><p><strong>Ready to join us?</strong></p><p>Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV and brief cover letter outlining your key relevant experience and what excites you about this role.</p><p>We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.</p><p>Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.</p><p><strong>About Ramboll</strong></p><p>Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.</p><p><strong>Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do</strong></p><p>We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process.</p><p>All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.</p>