Location London
Job-type Permanent
Salary £Competitive + Benefits
Reference ACRE-12911

Are you a senior expert operating at the intersection of finance and sustainability with extensive experience in performance monitoring, ESG data management, and external reporting?

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Acre is delighted to be partnering with Chanel on a pivotal global opportunity. We are seeking a Head of Sustainability Performance & Reporting to drive sustainability data strategies, align performance metrics across global regions, and lead adherence to reporting frameworks such as CSRD, ISSB, and TCFD.

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This role will be instrumental in shaping Chanel's sustainability impact through innovative IT solutions, rigorous performance analysis, and leadership in sustainability reporting. You will lead and manage an exceptional, high-performing team to drive Chanel's house ambitions and sustainability transformation journey.

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Your impact:

  • Define and manage performance monitoring plans aligned with Chanel's Sustainability Ambitions in partnership with the Sustainability Team, divisions and regions.

  • Lead the implementation of ESG data management and governance processes.

  • Align global sustainability KPIs and integrate IT solutions for enhanced performance tracking.

  • Partner with public affairs to anticipate future reporting obligations and standards.

  • Oversee external assurance processes and ensure the adoption of best practices.

  • Drive financial and non-financial data analysis to track progress towards Net Zero targets.

  • Represent Chanel in key presentations on sustainability performance to executive committees.

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What you will bring:

  • Deep expertise in financial or ESG reporting within corporate settings.

  • Familiarity with TCFD, CSRD, TNFD, and related frameworks.

  • Proven ability to lead teams, engage stakeholders, and deliver actionable insights.

  • Strong project management and IT solution integration skills, including Microsoft tools.

  • Fluency in English; French is a bonus.

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What inspires you:

  • Innovating from a blank slate and building impactful systems.

  • Leading a high-performing team in an international, fast-paced environment.

  • Collaborating with changemakers and driving transformative sustainability solutions.

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This is a unique opportunity to lead a key function enabling Chanel's to meet its global sustainability ambitions. If you are a finance or reporting professional eager to deliver measurable impact, apply below for an initial conversation or contact Liam Goldsworthy at liam.goldsworthy@acre.com for more information.