Sustainability Partnerships and Engagement Associate Director (9 month FTC)

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Associate Director, Sustainability Engagement (9-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

WPP is seeking a highly motivated and experienced sustainability professional to join our global Sustainability Team. This is a unique opportunity to lead employee engagement with WPP's ambitious sustainability agenda during a 9-month FTC, based at our London headquarters in Sea Containers House.

Reporting to the Chief Sustainability Officer, key responsibilities include:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive employee sustainability engagement strategy, driving awareness, adoption, and advocacy across the WPP network.
• Content Development & Delivery: Create engaging and informative resources, including training modules for the WPP Sustainability Academy, to educate and empower employees on key sustainability topics.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, including the global Green Team network, agency leadership, and corporate communications, to ensure alignment and maximize impact.
• Program Management: Oversee the planning and execution of key sustainability initiatives, including Earth Day activations and the ongoing development of the Sustainability Academy.
• Measurement & Reporting: Track and analyze the effectiveness of engagement programs, providing regular updates and insights to senior management.
• External Engagement: Represent WPP at industry events and contribute to external sustainability initiatives, enhancing WPP's reputation as a leader in the field.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful employee engagement programs, ideally within a global organization.
• Deep understanding of sustainability principles, frameworks, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with diverse audiences.
• Organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Experience working with virtual collaboration tools and platforms.

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