ESG Lead

Hiring Manager - Connie Alderson Blench Closing Date - 6th November 2026 The Opportunity Lead ESG Strategy. Drive Positive Change. Shape the Future. We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded ESG Lead to join Landmark Legal in a pivotal role that combines strategic leadership, product innovation and environmental expertise. This is a unique opportunity to influence ESG performance across our organisation while also developing and growing our ESG products and services. You will work with senior stakeholders across the Group, helping shape our ESG strategy, delivering measurable improvements, and ensuring our products continue to meet the evolving needs of customers and the wider market. What You'll Be Doing Leading our ESG strategy • Own and drive the development, delivery and continuous improvement of Landmark's ESG strategy. • Lead ESG initiatives across the business, ensuring progress against key objectives and performance measures. • Monitor and benchmark ESG performance against industry standards and best practice. • Produce and manage annual ESG reporting. • Identify opportunities to improve ESG outcomes and coordinate initiatives across the organisation. • Provide ESG expertise and guidance to teams across the Group. Developing our ESG products and services • Take ownership of Landmark Legal's ESG product and service offering. • Manage and enhance existing ESG products and services. • Research emerging ESG regulations, market developments and customer trends. • Collaborate with Product, Sales and Marketing teams to develop new ESG solutions. • Support the introduction of ESG services into new markets and customer segments. • Build strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted ESG subject matter expert. Supporting business growth and capability • Contribute to revenue growth through ESG sales opportunities and business development activity. • Support bids, proposals and customer presentations. • Coach and develop junior colleagues, helping build ESG capability across the wider business. • Promote ESG awareness and best practice throughout the organisation. • Ensure high-quality delivery standards are maintained across all ESG projects and reports. About You We're looking for someone who combines deep ESG expertise with commercial awareness and strong stakeholder management skills. You'll likely have: • At least 5 years' experience working within ESG, sustainability or environmental consulting. • Experience developing and implementing ESG strategies and improvement plans. • Strong knowledge of ESG reporting, benchmarking and performance measurement. • Experience developing, delivering or selling ESG products and services. • The ability to build credibility with both customers and senior stakeholders. • Excellent communication skills with the confidence to influence at all levels. • A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on approach to delivery. • Experience mentoring, coaching or developing others. Qualifications • Degree in Environmental Science or a related discipline such as Sustainability, Geography, Biology, Chemistry or Geology. • Associate membership of ISEP or equivalent professional body would be advantageous. • A relevant postgraduate qualification in Sustainability or ESG Management would be desirable. The Interview Process • Screening video call via Microsoft Teams with a member of the Talent Acquisition team. • Personality questionnaire. • In Person interview in the Brighton office with Connie Alderson Blench, Chris Loaring and a member of the People team. This will include a competency-based interview and presentation.