Sustainability Director - Palsgaard

Are you driven by a passion for excellence in Environment, Social and Governance (ESG)? And do you excel at leading sustainability initiatives and making a positive impact? If so, you might be our new Sustainability Director at Palsgaard.
At Palsgaard, we are committed to making a positive impact within ESG responsibilities, which are at the core of everything we do. Our journey towards sustainability is not just a goal, but a fundamental part of our identity. As we finalize our ESG strategy, we are seeking a visionary leader to join us in executing our ESG initiatives.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping our organization's direction and impact. We are looking for a proactive Sustainability Director to embark on our ambitious ESG journey and drive the sustainability transformation at Palsgaard.

The position is placed at our headquarter in Juelsminde (DK) with flexible working hours and the possibility of working from home. The position involves minimal travel requirements, however occasional trips will be needed.

The Role:
The role involves continuously building on a strong heritage of responsibility transitioning it into a comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance framework. Responsibility for integrating ESG principles into the business strategy, leading and owning ESG by setting clear goals and embedding ESG considerations across all operations to enhance corporate reputation and ensure sustainable growth.

The role provides strategic leadership across a portfolio of global, cross-organizational and ESG commitments.

The Director is a key advisor for enhancing our internal and external communications as well as CSRD compliant ESG reporting. The ESG director reports to the Chief Sustainability and Supply Chain Officer, has a few direct reports and leads a matrix organization of dedicated ESG people. The responsibility will cover not only Palsgaard A/S, but also the Schou Foundation which is the ultimate owner of Palsgaard A/S.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Drive the ESG strategy implementation and ensure ESG initiatives are implemented, and targets are met.
• Set up an ESG team as well as a cross-functional ESG organization to drive ESG initiatives.
• Ensure organizational commitment to Palsgaard’s ESG agenda.
• Engage and partner with customers to innovate for sustainability.
• Foster partnerships with stakeholders to work towards shared sustainability goals.
• In close collaboration with Communications ensure communication of our ESG strategy to Palsgaard people, customers and financial stakeholders.
• Liase with internal and external stakeholders (Palsgaard colleagues, customers, financial stakeholders, other partners etc).
• Raise awareness and provide education on ESG principles, their significance at Palsgaard, and ways colleagues can actively contribute to the strategy
• Position the ESG themes as a catalyst for continuous business development.
• Continuously monitor customers, competitors and international legislation to ensure Palsgaard is an ESG leading company in the food industry.
• Ensure Palsgaard is compliant with CSRD regulations and EU legislation.
• Support Finance and Communications in delivering the yearly ESG report (in 2025 CSRD Compliant).

Candidate profile:
As a strong candidate for the Sustainability Director position, you will ideally have +10 years of experience in either a corporate or consultancy environment. Your background includes direct involvement with ESG programs, EU legislation, commercializing ESG initiatives, and working with ESG reporting.

Additionally, you possess +3 years of experience in the food industry and have a solid understanding of its intricacies. Your expertise is further bolstered by +3 years of project management experience, showcasing your ability to lead and execute complex projects effectively.

Your knowledge of ESG frameworks, standards, and trends is comprehensive and up-to-date, and you have cultivated a strong network of peers in the ESG field. You know which experts and specialists to consult when additional capacity and expertise are needed.

Academically, you hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related discipline, with further education in ESG keeping your skills and knowledge current.

Your executive presence and passion for teamwork and cross-organizational collaboration are essential qualities that will contribute to your success in this role.

You possess exceptional communication abilities and strong interpersonal skills, excelling at building collaboration and influencing multiple departments across the organization, and proficiency in English is essential to facilitate effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders.

We believe that your unique combination of skills and experience will be instrumental in driving our ESG initiatives forward, making a lasting impact on our ESG agenda.

What do we offer you?

• A job in an expanding company that combines technological knowledge with practical value generation.
• A job in an international environment with clients, partners, and colleagues all over the world.
• A job in a market leading company with high ESG standards .
• A job with unique working conditions, including one extra week of holiday (7th week), health insurance, and possibilities for further career development etc.
• A job with profit sharing through an extra pension scheme.
• A job in a socially well-functioning atmosphere and informal environment.

Do you have any questions?
If you want to seize this opportunity, then send us your application and resume as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on an on-going basis. If you would like to know more about the position, you are welcome to contact Chief Sustainability and Supply Chain Officer Torben Dahl-Hansen, tlf. +45 2367 1918.

Department Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Role Sustainability Director Locations Palsgaard A/S - Denmark Palsgaard A/S - Denmark
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