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Sustainability and ESG Coordinator

Hybrid in Villanueva de la Cañada·Full-time·Added 25 days ago

Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Villanueva de la Cañada for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Grado en Ciencias Ambientales, ADE, Económicas, Ingeniería, Ciencias Sociales o similar.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We offer:

As a UAX employee, you will be able to enjoy a wide range of benefits:

• Contract Type: We offer you a full-time permanent contract.

• Flexible compensation: which you can allocate to health insurance, restaurant card, childcare voucher, and transport card.

• Flexible hours and one day of remote work per week.

• You will enjoy a 70% discount on all UAX programs

• Take advantage of all the services and benefits of working on a university campus (sports center, catering services, outdoor areas)

• Enjoy the Be Healthy plan with numerous activities for workers such as: running club, pilates classes, numerous workshops, and a gym.

The initial contract will run until March 7, 2027, with the possibility of joining the permanent staff. In addition, at Adecco

If you want

Requirements

What we're looking for

Requirements:

Education:

- Degree in Environmental Sciences, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Social Sciences, or similar.

- A master's or postgraduate degree in Sustainability, ESG, CSR, or Environmental Management is valued.

Professional experience:

- Between 3 and 5 years of experience in sustainability, ESG, CSR, or non-financial reporting.

- Demonstrable experience in the practical implementation of ESG solutions.

- Experience in the educational or institutional sector is valued.

Technical skills:

- ESG frameworks, SDGs, CSRD, EINF, and double materiality.

- Definition and monitoring of sustainability KPIs and metrics.

- Knowledge of environmental, social, and governance impact in educational organizations.

- Minimum B2 level of English

The role

Do you want to develop your career at the leading private university in Spain?

At UAX (Alfonso X el Sabio University), we offer you the opportunity to grow professionally in a rapidly expanding organization, with a strong commitment to innovation, learning, and social impact. Being part of UAX means contributing to a university community connected to the business world and oriented toward the sustainable development of society.

Working with us is much more than occupying a position: it is joining a project with purpose, where talent is enhanced and commitment, initiative, and teamwork are recognized. At UAX you will find:

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• Impact and purpose: Each project has a clear goal: improving people's lives through education and innovation.

• A close, collaborative, and demanding culture: You will work with committed and professional teams, in an environment that values excellence without losing sight of closeness and camaraderie.

• Prestige and institutional solidity: You will be part of a leading university, recognized for its academic quality and its transformative approach.

Furthermore, at UAX we value diversity and equal opportunities. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of their gender, age, sexual orientation, origin, religion, race, or disability. We are convinced that diverse teams enrich our culture and make us better.

If you share our vision and want to be part of an environment where your work makes a difference, we are waiting for you!

Position Mission

Drive, coordinate, and execute the operational implementation of the educational group's sustainability and ESG strategy, ensuring its real integration into academic, operational, and corporate management, regulatory compliance, and the generation of measurable impact in environmental, social, and good governance spheres.

What you'll do

Functions:

1. Implementation and monitoring of the ESG strategy

- Deploy the ESG action plans defined by the educational group.

- Coordinate sustainability initiatives across campuses, centers, and academic units.

- Ensure alignment between the ESG policy, corporate strategy, and the educational mission.

2. Reporting, metrics, and compliance

- Coordinate the collection, validation, and analysis of ESG indicators (KPIs).

- Participate in the preparation of sustainability reports and non-financial reporting (CSRD/EINF).

- Support audits, double materiality analyses, and benchmarking exercises.

3. Cross-functional coordination

- Work in a coordinated manner with Finance, HR, Legal, Communication, Infrastructure, and Academic departments.

- Act as the operational liaison between technical areas and management.

4. Academic and social impact

- Support the integration of sustainability criteria and SDGs into curricula and academic activities.

- Collaborate on volunteering programs, social impact, and external alliances.

- Foster a culture of sustainability among employees, faculty, and students.

- Collaborate on the sustainable mobility plan for employees.

5. Communication and awareness

- Support the internal and external communication of ESG initiatives.

- Create content for different stakeholder groups.

- Participate in forums, workshops, and collaborative projects related to educational sustainability.

About Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio

Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio (UAX) is a private Spanish university offering a broad portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocational training programs across health sciences, engineering, business, technology, education, and music. With campuses in Madrid, Málaga, and Oviedo, as well as a robust online learning platform, UAX serves thousands of students and employs a diverse academic and corporate workforce. The university is known for its practical, simulation-based teaching methods and partnerships with leading institutions like the Rafa Nadal School of Sport.

Industry
Higher Education
Founded
1993
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Villanueva de la Cañada, Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Málaga, Oviedo
Website
uax.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • UAX has multiple campuses across Spain, including Madrid (Villanueva de la Cañada), Málaga, and Oviedo, offering opportunities in different regions.
  • The university offers both on-site and online roles, providing flexibility for international candidates.
  • Job openings include academic, research, and corporate positions, with some requiring Spanish language proficiency (e.g., French for admissions roles).
  • UAX is a private university with a strong focus on health sciences, engineering, and technology, making it a relevant employer for professionals in these fields.
  • The university has partnerships with institutions like the Rafa Nadal School of Sport, which may offer unique career opportunities.
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