Business in the Community Ireland (BITCI) is excited to invite candidates to apply for the position of Sustainability Adviser (Governance Specialist) in BITCI’s Responsible Business Team.

BITCI -Leaders in Sustainability and Social Inclusion. Our purpose is to inspire, challenge and facilitate businesses to bring about a sustainable, low carbon economy and an inclusive society where everyone thrives. We leverage our extensive network and depth of knowledge to guide businesses to embed all aspects of sustainability into their operations. Our programmes and partnerships are designed to bring about measurable improvements in environmental sustainability and social equity. www.bitc.ie

Purpose of the role: 

To develop and deliver advisory services and events that support good governance in service of responsible, sustainable business outcomes. Also to provide effective relationship management for BITCI’s member companies.

Job Summary

• Permanent role Full-Time 35 hours per week- subject to a 6-month probationary period.
• Salary € 45,000-€55,000 per annum DOE.
• Role is based in Dublin (hybrid role, 2 days in the office location is Dublin 7).
• In-depth expertise and a thorough knowledge of corporate governance and sustainability, developed through a third-level degree or equivalent qualification, and/or relevant work experience.
• Minimum of five years’ experience of working directly with business, or in business advisory organisations, in a role responsible for sustainability performance, sustainability reporting, leadership development, responsible supply chains, or similar.
• Experience designing and delivering services and interventions that promote sustainability within business (either in-house or as a consultant/adviser).
• Strong IT skills with full proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Please note that you must hold current eligibility to work in Ireland to be considered for the role.

See full job description below for further details

Benefits offered:

• Annual leave: 23 days annual leave per year pro rata, rising to 26 days after 1 year,
• PRSA: Option to join the Company’s PRSA scheme after six months’ service with 5% employer contribution,
• Remote/Flexible/hybrid working practices,
• Career growth – We want you to grow with us,
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme including unlimited free virtual GP visits,
• Cycle to work scheme; including claiming back your millage,
• TaxSaver commuter scheme,
• Supports to set up home office and provision of all necessary IT infrastructure for remote working,
• Volunteer days – We encourage you to give back to the community,
• Sustainability Travel Leave-BTICI as the first-ever Irish company to implement Climate Perks!
• Did we mention great teammates?

How to Apply:

To apply for this role please send your CV and cover letter via email to careers@bitc.ie by Tuesday 30th of September and mark the Subject Line: Sustainability Adviser – Governance Specialist .Interviews will be held at our office in Dublin 7 shortly after the closing date.

Business in the Community Ireland is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an inclusive employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or socio- economic status.

Note: Applicants who anticipate needing special assistance for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, careers@bitc.ie