- Location
- 10 Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2, D02 T380
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Source
- Pinpoint
Description
Sustainable Business Manager
Application Deadline: 25 September 2026
Department: Business Development & Marketing
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: 10 Earlsfort Terrace, Dublin 2, D02 T380
Description
Background
Being a Sustainable Business is one of the key focuses of our strategy for the future. We have a proud history of engaging in meaningful activities that benefit our people, communities and other stakeholders.
For many years our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme has been a reflection of these activities. As conceptual frameworks for corporate responsibility and sustainability have evolved in business, so too has our approach. We want to build on the solid foundation of our rich heritage of giving back to the community.
As a forward-thinking firm, we are keen stay ahead. In 2020 we took the decision to evolve our CSR programme into something more, and we established our Sustainable Business Programme to help us further integrate social and environmental concerns into our decision-making and our mainstream operations. We strive to continue to take responsibility for our impact on society and to integrate sustainable and responsible business practices into all of our decision-making as a firm.
We understand that sustainability is a journey not just for us, but for all businesses today. Our clients are at various stages of their own Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) journeys, and our dedicated multi-disciplinary ESG lawyers work seamlessly together to assist clients with the identification and integration of ESG priorities at all levels of their business. You can read more about our ESG services on our ESG Hub.
Governance of our Sustainable Business Programme is important to us. Our Sustainable Business Programme is overseen by the firm’s Sustainable Business Committee which consists of senior partners and business leaders from across the firm that report directly to the firm’s Management Committee.
The programme is coordinated by a member of the Arthur Cox team and is implemented by a number of sub-committees with staff representation from all areas of the firm. Through this diversity we ensure success.
About the Role
The Sustainable Business Manager plays a key role in delivering and advancing Arthur Cox's Sustainable Business strategy. Working across the pillars of Community, Marketplace and Environment, the role is responsible for developing and managing the firm's charity partnerships, volunteering programme, responsible business initiatives and environmental commitments. The role also liaises closely with firm’s Pro Bono team and with the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion programme and its associated activities.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Sustainable Business Committee, its Chair, Partners, staff and external stakeholders to ensure the firm's activities create meaningful social and environmental impact while supporting Arthur Cox's strategic objectives and values. The role requires a highly organised, relationship-focused individual who can manage multiple projects, engage diverse stakeholders, communicate impact effectively and be an ambassador for the Sustainable Business programme – both inside the firm and externally at relevant sector events.
Key Responsibilities
Charity Partnerships
- Manage relationships with the firm's strategic charity partners.
- Develop annual engagement plans with each charity partner, including fundraising, volunteering, communications and pro bono opportunities.
- Coordinate the firm's charity partner selection process and staff engagement surveys.
- Identify opportunities to maximise impact through financial support, skills-based volunteering and collaborative initiatives.
- Manage sponsorship and donation requests in line with firm policies and committee guidelines.
- Monitor and report on charity partnership outcomes and impact.
- Act as the primary point of contact for charity partners and external community organisations.
Volunteering Activities
- Lead and coordinate the firm's volunteering programme with both existing volunteering partners and identify new opportunities that align with the firm’s values and strategy.
- Develop a calendar of volunteering opportunities aligned with staff interests and charity partner needs.
- Promote volunteering initiatives and drive employee participation.
- Coordinate logistics, communications and stakeholder engagement for volunteering activities.
- Ensure appropriate governance, risk management and health and safety considerations are addressed.
- Track participation levels, volunteer hours and social impact outcomes.
- Develop recognition and appreciation initiatives to celebrate employee contributions.
- Identify opportunities for skills-based and professional volunteering aligned to the firm's expertise.
Marketplace and Responsible Business
- Liaise with the firm’s Risk and Compliance team to support the development of client-facing sustainability and responsible business initiatives.
- Monitor emerging ESG, sustainability and responsible business trends relevant to the legal sector.
- Assist with external submissions, awards, rankings and sustainability disclosures.
- Collaborate with business development, HR and communications teams to integrate sustainable business considerations across the firm.
- Coordinate the collection and analysis of impact data for reporting purposes.
Environmental Sustainability
- Support the implementation and continuous development of the firm's environmental strategy.
- Work with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities to reduce the firm's environmental footprint.
- Coordinate data collection and reporting relating to environmental performance and sustainability targets.
- Support environmental awareness campaigns and employee engagement initiatives.
- Assist in maintaining and supporting environmental management systems and policies.
- Monitor legislative, regulatory and market developments relating to environmental sustainability.
- Help develop and implement initiatives relating to waste reduction, resource efficiency, biodiversity and carbon reduction.
Governance, Reporting and Communications
- Support the operation of the Sustainable Business Committee, including meeting preparation and follow-up actions.
- Providing support as required for the Chair of the committee.
- Prepare reports, presentations and updates for leadership, committees and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate the production of the firm's annual Sustainable Business Impact Report.
- Maintain accurate records and impact metrics across all Sustainable Business activities.
- Develop engaging internal communications to promote participation and awareness.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential
- Demonstrated passion for sustainability, community investment and responsible business.
- Experience managing projects involving multiple stakeholders.
- Strong organisational and programme management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
- Ability to analyse data and prepare meaningful impact reports.
Desirable
- Third-level qualification in sustainability, ESG, business, communications, environmental management, social responsibility or a related discipline.
- Experience in ESG, CSR, sustainable business or corporate responsibility roles.
- Experience working with charities, NGOs or community organisations.
- Knowledge of environmental reporting and sustainability frameworks.
- Experience coordinating volunteering or employee engagement programmes
- Experience within professional services or the legal sector.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus structure
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Hybrid working arrangements
Skills
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