Environmental Compliance (Eco Design and ESG) Programme ManagerDescription -BackgroundAt HP, our ambition is to become the world’s most sustainable and just technology company. Sustainable Impact is fundamental to HP’s reinvention journey – fuelling our innovation and growth, strengthening our business for the long term, and enabling us to develop and deliver the best solutions for our customers. We are committed to developing and delivering an environmentally sustainable product portfolio, improving the sustainability of our own global operations, and partnering with our suppliers to reduce their environmental impact. We believe that our actions should address some of the greatest challenges we face as a society, including climate change, human rights, and digital equity.We are proud of the progress we have made on our Sustainable Impact commitments but know there’s still more work to do. Over the next decade, HP will stand for a new era of progress— where climate change is reversed, human rights are universally protected, and digital equity democratizes opportunity for all.This is an opportunity to be part of that journey and to make a real positive and sustainable impact.You can find more information on HP’s Sustainable Impact strategy and commitments at www.hp.com/sustainability, and in our latest Sustainable Impact Report.MissionYou will lead one of our major compliance and market access programs covering Eco Design and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) and Sustainability Transparency. In this role you will ensure our customers across can purchase HP products because they are legally compliant; through thorough monitoring and tracking of regulations, their analysis, then relaying the relevant requirements to our product development business units. You will also support advocacy and engagement with key stakeholders. You will primarily focus on regulations in EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa); and you will also work with our colleagues in other regions to provide a global overview of regulations that could impact HP.The successful candidate will join our Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Sustainable Impact team and be based at our San Cugat (Barcelona) office.Key ResponsibilitiesYou will lead one of our major compliance and market access programs covering Eco Design, ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) and Sustainability Transparency. As part of this role:You will help ensure HP product and services are compliant with environmental regulations and legislation in EMEA on Eco Design, ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) and Sustainability Transparency, through thorough monitoring and tracking of regulations, their analysis, then relaying the relevant requirements to our product stewardship, reporting and marketing implementation teams.You will also support advocacy on Eco Design and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) and Sustainability Transparency, including building HP’s position, delivering thought leadership, and working with our Government Affairs team to engage with key stakeholders. You will attend meetings with industry associations key stakeholders and policy makers. You will also brief and co-ordinate team members to enable them to engage within their respective countries. You will help ensure HP is a trusted advisor in the policy making process and use your understanding of environmental policy to help shape constructive policy proposals.You will focus on the Eco Design Directive and the proposed Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), as well as other eco design measures at an EU and national level that could impact HP.You will also focus on ESG legislation including EU CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), EU Taxonomy, regulations on green claims, and other EU or national ESG/sustainability reporting legislation.You will also help develop HP’s advocacy on the Digital Product Passport including developing HP’s leadership position, the development of thought leadership; and working with our Government Affairs team to develop our advocacy strategy. You will also maintain HP’s understanding and analysis of relevant eco labels; mapping out the most important eco labels, building an understanding of customer needs for our markets; and providing regular internal updates of products certified to new ecolabel criteria (TCO, EPEAT and Energy Star) and when required collaboration with relevant Ecolabel organizations.You will primarily focus on regulations in EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa); and you will also work with our colleagues in other regions to provide a global overview of regulations that could impact HP.To succeed in your mission, you will work closely with the rest of the Sustainable Impact organization, other HP teams (legal, Government Affairs); and external partners including trade associations.Requirements & essential skillsRequiredPassion for sustainability and drive to make a positive difference.Bachelor's or Master's degree in with a significant sustainability or environmental policy focus (eg Geography, Environmental Policy, Environmental Management, Environmental and Business, Environmental Law or equivalent.)Knowledge and experience of understanding environmental policy requirements.Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Eco Design and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) and Sustainability Transparency.Ability to understand detailed compliance requirements and the ability to develop solutions. Strong quality orientation. Rigor and attention to details.Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage fluid situations, then prioritize and take action with calm and efficiency, working at a fast pace in a flexible manner.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English including being comfortable with speaking in public and / or with senior management.Advocacy / influencing skills – rallying support from internal and external stakeholders to deliver on our objectives.Enthusiasm, ability, and willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.Strong team-working skills.Ability to work with minimal direct day-to-day supervision.DesirableInterest in or experience of the policy making process or working within a policy making environment.Experience managing sustainability in a company.Thought leadership experience.Project management skills.At HP, we believe in the power of ideas and that ideas thrive best in a culture of teamwork. That is why everyone – at every level in every function, is encouraged to have original ideas, to express them and to share them. We work across borders, and without limits. Global virtual teams share resources and pool their big ideas to solve business issues and meet personal goals. Everyone is valued for the unique skills, experiences, and perspective they bring. This is how ideas and people grow.We are looking for visionaries who are ready to make an impact on the way the world works.At HP, the future is yours to create.Thanks for taking the time to review our job, if you think it is a match to your experience and interests please apply today, we are eager to learn more about you. If you know a friend who may be a fit for the job, please refer them.What we offer:Opportunity to work in an international organization with colleagues coming from all over the world. Diverse, continued internal growth and career opportunities. Including HP’s own learning platform and LinkedIn Learning. An attractive benefits package: Health & Life insurance Lunch at reduced prices at our canteen/ ticket restaurant vouchers HP product discount Work life balance / flexible working hours.Women, Pride, Young employees, Sustainability and DisAbility! Just a few of our fantastic global business networks you can get involved with locally. We also dedicate time and resources to contribute with our community through Corporate Volunteering activities, including our onsite HP Charity day.Do you like to give back to the community? Then join one of our many volunteering teams or be a part of the incredible HP charity day held on site annually. Love sports? Then take advantage of our sports center (indoor and outdoor) with 25+ regular coordinated activities.We have an onsite Doctor and medical team for our employees, including services such as: nutrition, physiotherapy, and general health.Printing Happy hour – from photographs to large posters. And Hands-on workshops to print with the latest technology – from wall covers to 3D printed models.Dedicated lactation room Our Women Network organizes activities such as Networking, the promotion of STEM vocations, talks on, improving business acumen, work life balance and skills of the future, etc. Job -Public AffSchedule -Full timeShift -No shift premium (Spain)Travel -Relocation -EEO Tagline - HP Inc. is EEO F/M/Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
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