Role Purpose and Impact

This role contributes to LSEG’s ambition to be a strategic enabler of sustainable growth.

Working in the Group Sustainability team this role plays a critical role in discrete programmes of LSEG’s sustainability strategy.

This role is central to LSEG’s development of its human rights approach, and will lead on our preparations to meet the requirements of the upcoming Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide insight and expertise to evolve and embed strategy on human rights and modern slavery management
• Disclose progress on human rights and modern slavery in line with annual reporting cycle and regulatory requirements
• Establish and coordinate a CSDDD readiness programme alongside key internal stakeholders, to include budget oversight and project delivery.
• Contribute to internal capacity building on human rights and CSDDD through training and engagement
• Improve on policies and processes to manage and mitigate human rights risks
• Manage external agencies and third parties, where necessary, to support strategic delivery for the function

Technical / job functional knowledge

• Demonstrable knowledge of human rights, modern slavery and related sustainability legislation, industry trends and best practice
• Knowledge of CSDDD requirement and application
• Proven experience of sustainability strategy implementation either in a corporate setting or consultancy
• Excellent project management skills

Business and sector expertise

• Sustainability expertise and experience within a relevant industry sector such as Financial Services, Professional Services or Technology

Leadership & Management Responsibilities / Expertise

• Strong engagement and influencing skills.
• Strong communication and presenting skills
• Experience of working in matrix structure, partnering outside Group Sustainability Team

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

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