Job Description
# We are Landsec We identify and shape places that create opportunity, enhance quality of life, and bring joy to the people connected to them.This is how we've created the UK's leading portfolio of urban places and one of the largest real estate companies in Europe.Our £10 billion portfolio is built around premium workplaces, the country's pre-eminent retail platform, and a residential pipeline that will redefine urban life.We've honed this ability over 80 years. Spotting the opportunities, building the partnerships, and continually adapting to shape the places that meet the needs of a changing world.Places where life happens. Where businesses grow. And where cities are defined. The role The primary duties of this role include: Internal and external ESG and sustainability reporting, including responsibility for data quality, transparency, assurance and alignment with best practice frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g. TCFD, EPRA best practices, SECR, GRI and ISSB). Determine relevant ESG benchmarks, prepare submissions and manage relationships with benchmark providers. Climate-related risk and opportunity assessment and reporting in line with TCFD and evolving regulatory standards, ensuring appropriate plans are in place to mitigate risks. Act as a ESG reporting representative with investors, rating agencies and key stakeholders. Be a technical subject matter expert on sustainability, climate risk and ESG reporting. When appropriate update or contribute to the Sustainability Working Group1 on:- ESG and sustainability reporting;- The development and periodic refresh of Landsec's sustainability strategy and associated commitments and targets, ensuring alignment with best practice frameworks and evolving requirements; and- The development and implementation of Landsec's climate transition plan, including updating Landsec's science-based target (SBTi) commitments to ensure alignment with SBTi guidance. Principal accountabilities Corporate sustainability reporting (internal and external) monitoring progress against our commitments and targets within the Build well, Live well, Act well framework and aligning with best practice frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g. TCFD, EPRA best practices, SECR) - working on the sustainability assurance data process annually. Assess and plan which benchmarks Landsec should participate in on ESG matters - evaluating which assessments are of most interest to our stakeholders, especially investor audiences. Submissions for all chosen ESG benchmarks obtaining all information required and submitting data in line with deadlines. Build relationships with key ESG benchmarks and research providers to understand their research methodologies, identifying potential gaps and ensuring that our publicly disclosed information meet their requirements. Engage internal and external stakeholders (including the Sustainability Working Group1) on our ESG strategy and performance, clearly demonstrating the strong value ESG brings to Landsec and how our performance on ESG drives commercial value. Key competencies Excellent environmental knowledge and expertise in real estate. Ability to influence and motivate others, taking complex technical ideas and explaining them in an accessible and engaging manner to people at all levels of seniority. Business and commercial acumen to be able to communicate sustainability in conventional cost and value terms to both internal and external audiences. Excellent numerical and data analysis skills. Excellent Excel skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Project management skills. Knowledge, experience and qualifications Essential Experience in presenting complex ideas to all audiences. Significant experience of reporting/ESG benchmarks including GRI, ISSB, EPRA best practices, CDP and GRESB. Assessing and reporting climate change risks in line with TCFD recommendations. Background in energy and carbon analysis, management and reporting, including legislative requirements and standards.This is a 12 month FTC role.# Life and Benefits at Landsec We have a great benefits package, there to support you with your work-life balance and in moments that matter. We offer fantastic Learning and Development opportunities to help you grow and reach your potential and we also play our part in supporting the communities where we live and work.Below are some of our core benefits, make sure to visit our page for more information. Performance based annual bonus plan 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) rising to 27 days after 2 years and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days each year. Enjoy an additional three-day December festive break on top of your leave and a special 'My Day' to take off for whatever you choose. Enhanced pension contributions - Landsec will contribute up to 10.5% subject to your contribution. Private medical insurance, Health Cash Plan, Life assurance and income protection. Enhanced maternity, adoption, shared parental leave policies (view our for more details) Two different share plans enabling you to share in the success you will help to build Up to 4 working days to volunteer per year and 'Give As You Earn' programmes allowing you to donate to charities straight out of your pay and we top up by 20%And when it comes to your health and wellbeing you will also have access to other benefits: our employee assistance programme, digital GP, cycle to work scheme, a mindfulness app and a health app supporting fertility and menopause Diversity and Inclusion At Landsec, we value diversity & inclusion. We work to better reflect the diversity of the communities we work within and empower everyone who works at Landsec to realise their potential.We strive to ensure all our information, and services are accessible to and usable by everyone. If you would like to receive any information in a different way or would like us to do anything differently to help you apply for our roles, please get in touch with our recruitment partners by emailing find out more about our approach, visit our .At Landsec, we build and invest in buildings, spaces and partnerships to create sustainable places, connect communities and realise potential.We are one of the largest real estate companies in Europe, with a portfolio of retail, leisure, workspace and residential hubs. Landsec is shaping a better future by leading our industry on environmental and social sustainability while delivering value for our shareholders, great experiences for our guests and positive change for our communities. Life at LandsecWe have a great benefits package, there to support you with your work-life balance and in moments that matter. Visit our for more informationDepending on the nature of your role, Landsec may be able to offer different ways of working to fit around your lifestyle. We know that flexible working can make a real difference to your wellbeing and professional development, and in turn can benefit us as an employer and our customers. The flexible working options available to you is something that can be discussed at the interview stage during the recruitment processTo apply for a role at Landsec please click apply in any available role, create a candidate account and upload your CV with the supporting information. Stage 1: Review CV's Once you have applied your application will be assessed against the required skills, experience and qualifications. Commonly you will be informed whether you move onto the interview process via a telephone call or email message within 2 weeks of your application being uploaded. Stage 2: Interview In most cases the interview process will take between 2-4 weeks with a single on-site interview that may be supported by telephone interviews. In more senior positions you may be asked to attend
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