About us
Topsoe is a leading global provider of technology and solutions for the energy transition. We combat climate change by helping our customers and partners achieve their decarbonization and emission reduction goals.
Based on decades of scientific research and innovation, we offer world leading solutions for transforming renewable resources into fuels and chemicals for a sustainable world, and for efficient and low-carbon fuel production and clean air.
We were founded in 1940 and are headquartered in Denmark, with over 2,800 employees serving customers all around the globe. To learn more, visit www.topsoe.com. About uswww.topsoe.com.Who we’re looking for
We are looking for an Environmental Sustainability Specialist to position Topsoe as a leader within environmental sustainability - beyond the climate agenda. You will be responsible for helping set the strategic direction for environmental sustainability for the company through close collaboration with key internal stakeholders such as finance, HSSEQ, our production sites and the commercial organization. Key topics will be climate change (and decarbonization), energy efficiency, circular economy, and biodiversity – but also more externally directed areas such as commercial sustainability and reporting.Who we’re looking forYou will help translate strategy and implement it throughout the organization - providing guidance and training to ensure implementation in the organization. We are looking for a strong leader who can lead cross functional and business teams, run large scale projects and coordinate inputs from many parts of the organization.You will join Global Sustainability - a small, specialized team of five people, in the Global Sustainability and External Affairs unit. Our team is an integrated part of the organization setting direction and driving sustainability in close collaboration with internal stakeholders. We are based in our headquarters in Lyngby (Ravnholm), Denmark.
Your responsibilities:Your responsibilities:

Further develop a cohesive environmental sustainability strategy addressing material topics (aligned with CSRD/CSDDD) - in close collaboration with key internal stakeholders

Lead implementation of the environmental sustainability strategy as agreed with the Senior Leadership Team

Guide, train, and enable key stakeholders in the organization – implementing and bringing our environmental sustainability strategy and goals to life in operations, and with our customers and business relationship

Help drive the Net Zero Working group and refine roadmaps and projects, while supporting the organization in implementation

Ensure that we mature and drive initiatives on circular economy and biodiversity in a way that is meaningful and impactful

Help leveraging our sustainability value proposition in the marketplace and society at large, using scientific and evidence-based claims

Work with commercial team to create a place for sustainability in our end-to-end commercial offerings from bids & proposal stage to the sale of products and services

Work closely with finance, communications, HSSEQ to contribute to the annual report

Provide input to reporting platforms such as CDP and EcoVadis

Stay up to date with external developments such as new standards within for circular economy, GHG accounting, science-based targets, and evolving environmental and climate related policies, regulations, and trends.

Further develop a cohesive environmental sustainability strategy addressing material topics (aligned with CSRD/CSDDD) - in close collaboration with key internal stakeholdersLead implementation of the environmental sustainability strategy as agreed with the Senior Leadership TeamGuide, train, and enable key stakeholders in the organization – implementing and bringing our environmental sustainability strategy and goals to life in operations, and with our customers and business relationshipHelp drive the Net Zero Working group and refine roadmaps and projects, while supporting the organization in implementationEnsure that we mature and drive initiatives on circular economy and biodiversity in a way that is meaningful and impactfulHelp leveraging our sustainability value proposition in the marketplace and society at large, using scientific and evidence-based claimsWork with commercial team to create a place for sustainability in our end-to-end commercial offerings from bids & proposal stage to the sale of products and servicesWork closely with finance, communications, HSSEQ to contribute to the annual reportProvide input to reporting platforms such as CDP and EcoVadisStay up to date with external developments such as new standards within for circular economy, GHG accounting, science-based targets, and evolving environmental and climate related policies, regulations, and trends.You:You:

Passionate about sustainability and making a difference.

Excellent at driving results and getting buy-in from a diverse range of stakeholders.

Strong organizational and project management skills.

Curious and willing to learn.

Executer with a ‘can do’ mindset.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Business acumen and commercial mindset.

Passionate about sustainability and making a difference.Excellent at driving results and getting buy-in from a diverse range of stakeholders.Strong organizational and project management skills.Curious and willing to learn.Executer with a ‘can do’ mindset.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Business acumen and commercial mindset.Qualifications:Qualifications:

You hold a relevant academic degree such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree (preferred) in engineering or business.

It is desirable to have at least 5 years relevant experience from the private sector or consultancy.

Expertise with topics such as climate change, decarbonization, SBTi, energy efficiency, circular economy, and biodiversity – and sustainability reporting (e.g. CDP, EcoVadis, CSRD/CSDDD).

Preferably experience with project management, strategy development and execution, and indirect leadership.

Basic understanding of life cycle thinking and -management.

Experience from the chemical or manufacturing industry would be advantageous.

Fluency in English – both oral and written.

You hold a relevant academic degree such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree (preferred) in engineering or business.It is desirable to have at least 5 years relevant experience from the private sector or consultancy.Expertise with topics such as climate change, decarbonization, SBTi, energy efficiency, circular economy, and biodiversity – and sustainability reporting (e.g. CDP, EcoVadis, CSRD/CSDDD).Preferably experience with project management, strategy development and execution, and indirect leadership.Basic understanding of life cycle thinking and -management.Experience from the chemical or manufacturing industry would be advantageous.Fluency in English – both oral and written.Why join us
Joining Topsoe means joining a company with a clear purpose. We are on a mission to solve the world's climate crises, using cutting-edge technology for a better world. As we work towards becoming a global leader in carbon emission reduction technologies, you will have the opportunity to grow with us. We have personal and professional development high on our agenda. We will provide you with tools and tasks to make you learn and grow within your job and our team. We believe that if we take care of you, then you will take care of our clients. We value diversity and believe in building trust and collaboration with one another. By joining our team, you will work with colleagues and clients from many different cultures, developing cross-cultural understanding and cooperation skills. Join us today and make a difference in the world!Why join usHow you can apply
Please contact Head of Sustainability Mikkel Thrane at phone +45 21156260 if you want to know more about the position.How you can applyIf you would like to be part of a team of skilled and professional colleagues in an informal and exciting organization, please submit your application, resume and references in English through our website www.topsoe.com.www.topsoe.com.Please note, we will be assessing and interviewing suitable candidates as they are submitted, so do not delay if you are interested.You can read more about sustainability in Topsoe here: https://www.topsoe.com/investor/annual-reports/Application deadline
October 6, 2024
Application deadline