Senior Manager Sustainability Strategy And Policy

Job description / Role

Overview of the role

The Group Sustainability Strategy and Policy Manager is pivotal in shaping and implementing sustainability policies across the UAE and key international markets where Al-Futtaim operates. This role involves ensuring organizational alignment with local, national, and international environmental standards, particularly focusing on climate policy, EV adoption, green building standards, and waste management. As a new role, it actively contributes to Al-Futtaim's journey towards sustainability leadership, impacting brand perception, internal engagement, and strategic campaigns. Collaborating with division leaders and sustainability champions, the manager ensures that sustainability policies are integrated with the overall business strategy.

What you will do

Regulatory compliance monitoring
Continuously monitor the regulatory compliance landscape across all key markets such as UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt to ensure the organization stays ahead of emerging regulations and standards in sustainability.
Ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations, including those related to climate policy, electric vehicle (EV) adoption, green building standards, waste management, circularity, and other key sustainability initiatives.

Stakeholder engagement
Engage with internal and external stakeholders to drive sustainability policies and initiatives.
Collaborate with industry groups, NGOs, and government bodies to influence policy development and ensure the organization is represented in key discussions.

Research and analysis
Conduct research on emerging sustainability trends and regulations, including climate policy, EV adoption, green building standards, and circularity.
Analyze the impact of policy changes on the organization and propose strategic responses.
Perform market research and modeling to provide insights and recommendations to internal division stakeholders.

Training and education
Develop and deliver training programs on sustainability policies and regulations.
Educate employees on the importance of compliance and best practices.

Required skills to be successful

• Expertise in sustainability policy development and implementation.
• In-depth knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance.
• Advanced analytical and modeling capabilities.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

What qualifies you for the role

• Master's degree in environmental science, public policy, law, or a related field is required.
• At least 10 years of experience in sustainability policy, environmental law, or a related field.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing sustainability policies.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and compliance requirements related to climate policy, EV adoption, green building standards, waste management, and circularity.
• Strong analytical and modeling skills to assess impacts from policies.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

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About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.