IHG Hotels & Resorts
Job title:
Global Corporate Responsibility Engagement Manager
Company
IHG Hotels & Resorts
Job description
Job Description:About Corporate ResponsibilityResponsible business is ingrained in the fabric of IHG and central to our purpose of delivering True Hospitality for Good to our wonderful guests, colleagues, and hotel owners across the globe. We believe that how we grow as a company and work to be a greater force for good are inextricably linked, so we’re empowering our people, and working with our industry, to help shape the future of responsible travel.In 2021 we launched Journey to Tomorrow, our 10-year action plan of clear commitments to drive change for our people, communities, and planet over the next decade, aligned to the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals.We know that it’s never been more crucial that we move fast and act now, and our corporate responsibility team is at the heart of this, supporting IHG’s three operating regions – The Americas, Europe, Middle East, Asia & Africa (EMEAA) and Greater China. We also hold responsibility for leading all ESG reporting activities and communicating progress to a variety of highly engaged stakeholders.The RoleIn this role, you would be responsible for driving engagement on sustainability across both hotels and corporate functions, focusing on the Corporate Responsibility (CR) elements of IHG’s Journey to Tomorrow (JTT) agenda. You would map out current engagement initiatives and work towards a future state that integrates sustainability more deeply into both hotel and corporate operations.This includes collaborating with teams across Operations, Learning & Development, Procurement, and Technology to embed sustainability into various platforms, like General Manager learning pathways and corporate onboarding modules. You would also manage and update learning resources, including e-learning modules on carbon, energy, water, waste, and community engagement, and internal communications, ensuring both hotel and corporate colleagues are equipped with the latest information.Additionally, the role involves developing bespoke materials for specific functions, coordinating employee networks to share insights on sustainability, and working with regional teams to deliver tailored training for both hotel and corporate audiences. Overall, you would play a key role in aligning IHG’s global workforce with its long-term sustainability goals.What we need from youWe’re looking for a candidate with a strong operational background, ideally someone who has experience embedding sustainability into day-to-day practices. You’ll need to be a strategic thinker with the ability to create high impact, engaging materials that resonate with a variety of audiences. A key part of the role will involve translating complex sustainability concepts into simple, bite-sized information that’s easy to understand.Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, as you’ll be working closely with both hotel teams and corporate colleagues. A proven ability to build relationships and influence senior stakeholders will be critical to your success. Additionally, experience in hotel operations and a solid understanding of environmental issues and key trends will enable you to effectively guide sustainability efforts across the business.Closing date for applications: 14/02/2025#LI-CM1#LI-HYBRIDAbout Us: At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?About the Team:Who we areAt IHG Hotels & Resorts, we work together to deliver True Hospitality for Good on a global scale. With corporate offices and over 6,000 hotel destinations worldwide, a career at IHG is the perfect way to broaden your horizons. You’ll experience our unique culture and brilliant colleagues who will support and inspire you. With a host of corporate opportunities to choose from, wherever you are on your career journey, and whatever you want to achieve there’s Room for You at IHG.Over recent years, we’ve transformed our company. We have bold ambitions to drive performance and maintain our relentless focus on growth in order to be the hotel company of choice that guests & owners love.We are a hospitality business at our core and value connections and being together helps us foster a unique sense of belonging that also supports productivity. That’s why here at IHG, we give our colleagues flexibility and balance – working in a hybrid way, blending office and remote working collectively. We recognise that every role is different, that’s why leaders work with teams to determine how and when they collaborate.We provide a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life. These include impressive room discounts across our many properties, recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year. Through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. We offer a unique and inclusive culture, where there is always Room for You to belong, grow and make a difference.Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable laws. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Expected salary
Location
United Kingdom
Job date
Sun, 02 Feb 2025 04:15:09 GMT
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