ESG & Health, Safety, Environment Officer

ESG & Health, Safety, Environment Officer, London, Permanent

Join Pay.UK as we advance our commitment to ESG and HSE excellence. This position ensures regulatory compliance while delivering forward-thinking strategies that enhance sustainability, safety, and social responsibility. You will be instrumental in promoting engagement, reporting, and education throughout the organisation.

 

Key Accountabilities

 

ESG Responsibilities:

 

• Maintain and oversee the ESG strategy and action plans
• Monitor and report ESG performance (Net Zero, Scope 1/2/3 emissions, UN SDGs)
• Facilitate ESG collaboration among internal teams, customers, and regulatory bodies
• Manage ESG communications, SharePoint, and Exchange page
• Maintain relationships with ESG partners, charities, and community groups
• Oversee CSR-A accreditation and identify benchmarking opportunities
• Assist procurement and supply chain with knowledge in ESG practices.

 

HSE Responsibilities:

 

• Ensure statutory compliance with H&S legislation and environmental regulations
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
• Maintain HSE policies, procedures, and documentation
• Deliver HSE training and inductions, including remote working support
• Manage Display Screen Equipment (DSE) assessments and wellbeing initiatives
• Support emergency response and ISO standards application
• Chair HSE forums and contribute to HSE strategy development.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

 

• ESG qualification and experience in CSR/ESG roles
• NEBOSH, IOSH, IEMA or equivalent HSE qualifications
• Comprehensive understanding of ESG benchmarks and H&S legislation
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, reporting, and policy development
• Knowledge of environmental impact reporting and fire safety systems
• First aid certification and mental health first aider training
• Proficient analytical and reporting skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Project management and organisational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, including Board and Executive
• High integrity and professionalism
• A deep interest in promoting sustainability, safety, and positive social change.

At Pay.UK, we value diversity and inclusivity. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply unless they meet all the requirements listed. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of how closely their skills and experience match the requirements. We are committed to supporting accessibility needs and creating a welcoming environment for all employees. Become part of our team and contribute to the creation of an inclusive work environment that values everyone's unique input.

 

Who we are

Pay.UK maintains and develops the UK retail payment systems and standards that are core to the economy being able to function on a day-to-day basis.

From Bacs to Faster Payments and cheques – we act as the single operator for all UK retail payments. We put the needs of consumers and businesses at the heart of everything we do, working in the public interest to ensure that the systems the country relies on for its banking transactions are safe, open, innovative and resilient.

Our payment systems underpin the services that enable funds to be transferred between people and institutions. In 2024, the UK's retail payment systems processed 11 billion transactions worth over £10 trillion through Bacs Direct Credit, Direct Debit, Faster Payments, and cheques, and our Current Account Switch Service has facilitated over 9 million switches since it’s launch in 2013.

Every day, individuals and businesses use the services we provide to get their salaries, pay their bills and make online and mobile banking payments. Our vision for the future is to enable a vibrant economy, with Pay.UK delivering the best-in-class payment infrastructure and standards for the benefit of consumers and businesses nationwide.

Benefits & Additional Information

• 12% Non-contributory pension
• Discretionary annual bonus 
• 30 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection, health cash plan, dental insurance, Bupa medicals etc
• Employee assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Annual fitness subsidy of up to £500 per annum
• Working from home policy - minimum 40% in the office (eg. 2 days in the office over a 5 day working week)

Please note:

• Some of our benefits are only available to colleagues upon successful completion of the probationary period.