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An incredible chance for someone with experience developing and implementing sustainable procurement practices and social purpose initiatives to support the ESG goals of one of the UK's most prestigious and globally renowned Universities.
University of the Arts London (UAL) is ranked 2nd in the world for Art and Design according in the 2025 QS World University Rankings. It welcomes a diverse body of over 18,000 students from more than 130 countries. Established in 2004, UAL brings together 6 esteemed Arts, Design, Fashion and Media Colleges, which were founded in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Operating out of expansive offices within the historic Central Saint Martin's college (less than 10 minutes-walk from Kings Cross Station), this is a vibrant and modern team environment, with an expectation that colleagues comeinto the office 50% of their time. (Core days tend to be Tuesdays and Wednesdays).
Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the Responsible Procurement Lead will have a home in Procurement and will also work as part of a cross-institutional team, led by the Social Purpose Group, that will support and deliver UAL's ambitious plans for Net Zero. You'll have all procurement sustainability initiatives and workstreams channelled through you, and we're looking for someone who is deeply passionate about sustainability and can work effectively with a diverse stakeholder group, championing engagement and supporting a culture of best practice principles.
About you
- A proven influencer who naturally builds rapport and is comfortable developing strong relationships internally and externally with stakeholders and suppliers.
- A self-starter who is highly motivated and committed to delivering results with high precision and accuracy.
- Technology competent and familiar using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software with a focus on sustainability metrics and reporting.
- Experience contributing to and participating in engagement activities, including workshops, event series, conferences, and festivals, to promote and share net zero and Social Purpose initiatives.
- You'll ideally be CIPS qualified or working towards qualification.
Benefits include:
- UAL's commitment to your continuous personal development and training (including supporting CIPS progression) in an environment that encourages excellence, creativity and diversity.
- Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution is currently 14.9%).
- 34 days a/l (plus bank holidays) and 2 additional days off to participate in volunteer work for a registered charity.
- Discounted Medical Insurance with BUPA that includes Consultations, Diagnostics, in-patient and day-case treatment, Mental Health support, Therapies and Digital GP service.
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know and we will work with you to support you throughout the process.
Kindly note that all applications must be submitted via Morgan Law. CVs sent directly to the University of the Arts will not be considered.
