OverviewSustainability Risk Manager (Nature & ESG) - FTC at Lloyds Banking GroupEnd Date: Tuesday 14 October 2025Salary Range: £59,850 - £66,500Flexible Working Options: Hybrid Working, Job Share, Reduced HoursLocation: Bristol or Birmingham | Hours: Full time | Working Pattern: Hybrid, with at least two days per week (40%) in the Bristol or Birmingham officeJob DescriptionJOB TITLE: Sustainability Risk Manager (Nature & ESG) - 12 month FTCLOCATION: Bristol or BirminghamSUMMARY: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team. We are passionate about enabling the group to deliver against our environmental strategy ambitions, protect nature and support the UK’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2050.We are a high profile, impactful team within the Supply Chain & Technology Sustainability Team, part of Group Sourcing & Supplier Management. We focus on improving sustainability impacts of our supply chain, including reducing supplier carbon emissions and ensuring suppliers meet ESG requirements around ethics, modern slavery, human rights and nature.The role supports how we improve assessment and compliance of our suppliers (new and existing) against evolving ESG requirements, aligning with the Group’s Sustainability strategy and the ambition to reduce supply chain emissions by 50% by 2030, on the path to net zero by 2050. The broader team has accountability for Sustainability for the Group Chief Operating Office, providing exposure to activity to improve sustainability of technology and data.You will look after the ESG risk lifecycle including establishing risk appetite and measurement across topics, and managing tooling and data products that support risk assessment. This includes Climate and Nature, as well as Social and Governance topics including Modern Slavery and Human Rights. A key part of this role is owning the Supply Chain nature and circular economy strategy and reporting, including LEAP assessments and reporting against our zero-waste pledge.Key responsibilitiesBring together existing risk frameworks into one cohesive ESG risk lifecycle and document key methodologies and criteria for managing riskIdentify data or tooling gaps essential to optimize ESG risk assessment and partner with internal/external teams to implement improvementsBuild relationships with stakeholders responsible for setting/updating risk appetite and establish a process for maintaining the approachDesign a streamlined approach to regularly assess suppliers for ESG risk, with automation where possibleComplete Nature LEAP assessment in partnership with central Nature teamOwn strategy for Nature, including evolving commitments and supplier approachOwn reporting against the technology element of the Zero Waste pledge to meet regulatory expectationsWhat you’ll needUnderstanding of the external ESG regulatory landscape and frameworksExperience with materiality assessments or other ESG risk assessments and ongoing management of ESG riskUnderstanding of Nature/Biodiversity and its role in Climate Transition planningCollaboration: management of multiple relationships across the business to deliver on projects simultaneouslyCommunication: excellent verbal and written skills with ability to tailor messaging for different audiencesProject Delivery: track record of delivering in a fast-paced environment across multiple projectsData Analysis: ability to interpret data and use it to prioritise actions to reduce carbon emissionsNice to have: Experience working within a team focused on sourcing or supply chain managementWorking For UsOur ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion, and to create an environment where everyone can thrive, learn and develop. We offer reasonable workplace adjustments during recruitment and welcome applicants with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. We are a Disability Confident Leader and guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities, long-term health or neurodivergent conditions through the Disability Confident Scheme. We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.BenefitsWe offer a wide-ranging benefits package, including:Generous pension contribution of up to 15%Annual bonus (subject to Group performance)Share schemes including free sharesFlexible benefits for lifestyle needs (discounts, etc.)30 days’ holiday plus bank holidaysWellbeing initiatives and parental leave policiesReady for a career where you can have a positive impact as you learn, grow and thrive? Apply today to find out more.At Lloyds Banking Group, we’re driven by a clear purpose: to help Britain prosper. We focus on making a difference for customers, businesses and communities, with opportunities to learn, grow and develop. Data safety: we will only request confidential or sensitive information once invited to interview or accepted a verbal offer. Background checks will be conducted as part of the process. We are committed to a values-led, inclusive culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr