Junior ESG Data Analyst - 12 Month FTC

Who we are:

White Stuff was established in 1985 through a simple idea. This idea grew and now we have shops and concessions in the UK and internationally, selling women’s and men’s clothing as well as beautiful accessories and homeware. Our original prints (all designed in house), intricate details and considered design touches reflect our personality and make us subtly distinctive.

Our people are at the heart of our brand, constantly moving and driving us forward. We’re sociable, talented and like minded and we’re not hierarchical or political in how we do business. We encourage entrepreneurial ideas and accountability at all levels.

Primary objective of the job:

We are looking for a detail-oriented Junior ESG Data Analyst to support the collection, management and reporting of sustainability and ESG data across the business. This role will play a key part in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of sustainability information used for regulatory reporting, internal decision-making and supplier compliance. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams to maintain datasets, improve reporting processes and support sustainability initiatives through robust data analysis.

What you’ll be doing:

Sustainability Data Management

· Collect, validate and maintain sustainability and ESG datasets from internal teams and external partners.

· Support the tracking and reporting of environmental and social performance metrics.

· Maintain accurate records relating to product certifications, supplier compliance, packaging and sustainability claims.

· Ensure data integrity across sustainability systems, supplier platforms and internal databases.

· Assist with data cleansing, reconciliation and quality assurance activities.

Reporting & Analysis

· Produce regular sustainability performance reports and dashboards.

· Support ESG reporting requirements and disclosure processes.

· Analyse trends and identify data anomalies, gaps and opportunities for improvement.

· Prepare reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.

· Support carbon, packaging and responsible sourcing reporting activities.

Compliance & Governance

· Assist with the collection and validation of evidence required for audits and compliance activities.

· Support the management of certification and traceability data within relevant platforms.

· Monitor supplier data submissions and follow up where information is incomplete.

· Help ensure reporting aligns with emerging sustainability regulations and industry requirements.

Systems & Process Improvement

· Support the administration and development of sustainability data systems and tracking tools.

· Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and data accuracy.

· Contribute to the development of new dashboards, automated reporting and process documentation.

· Work closely with Sustainability, Product, Sourcing and Technology teams to improve data availability and accessibility.

What you’ll need:

Essential

· Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Data Analytics, Business Analytics or a related discipline.

· Excellent Excel skills, including data manipulation, lookups and pivot tables.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

· Ability to manage multiple data sources and deadlines.

· Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

· Experience using Power BI, Tableau or similar visualisation tools.

· Knowledge of ESG reporting frameworks and sustainability metrics.

· Experience working with large datasets.

· Understanding of retail, supply chain or product data.

· Familiarity with traceability or compliance systems.

What Success Looks Like

· Accurate and timely sustainability reporting.

· Strong governance and quality of ESG data.

· Improved visibility of sustainability performance metrics.

· Efficient reporting processes and well-maintained tracking systems.

· Reliable support for regulatory and stakeholder reporting requirements.

What we will offer you:

As a Junior ESG `Data Analyst at White Stuff you will be entitled to an array of great benefits, some of which include:

• Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office, Monday Mandatory)

• Quarterly/Annual bonus opportunity

• Up to 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays

• 2 extra (paid!) days off per year to volunteer in the local community

• 50% discount

• Subsidised BUPA Dental Insurance

• Healthcare cash plan and Life Assurance

• Interest free season ticket loan

• Pension Contribution

We are committed to creating an environment where we can all be proud to work and be ourselves. Part of this commitment is being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and age .