VP Sustainability & Social Impact

* Actively represent the Company’s positions on responsible sourcing, environmental programs and ESG performance to internal and external audiences. This requires significant expertise in environmental analysis, data analysis and business case development.* Manage a central budget and engage other leaders to allocate budget for environmental initiatives and ESG reporting needs.* Report to, and work in close collaboration with, the Signet Love Inspires Foundation Board to drive design, development and execution of a comprehensive development strategy for the Foundation to support its mission and goals.* Develop, recommend and administer policies, procedures, and processes in support of Foundation goals and operations, in accordance with relevant legal parameters, and implement and monitor compliance with approved policies, procedures and processes.* Oversee the Foundation’s Grant Review Committee and grant programs --ensuring that those further the Foundation’s mission and strategic goals around underserved women and children, and social change advocacy.* Provide and present statistical and narrative reports --working collaboratively with the SLIF Officers to prepare budget and financial reports to the Foundation Board and company leadership.* Support the Foundation Board and designated Board committee operations in developing agendas, related documentation and minutes for meetings.* Participate in a variety of meetings, committees, taskforces and/or other related groups to communicate information regarding the Foundation and its initiatives -- both internally and externally.**Requirements*** 10-15+ years of experience in external affairs and corporate communications, including experience in a global consumer, retail, or other highly-regarded communications agency.* Demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategic and proactive public and external affairs plans that deliver results.* Firm understanding of the issues facing the communications industry and apply this knowledge and context to Signet.* Global professional experience showing abilities to bring modern communications approaches to a results-driven organization.* Experience in the retail and consumer products industries.* Demonstrated strong writing strategic thinking and mastery of multiple PR disciplines working for a large, global company or organization. This position will be the deputy to the head of the corporate PR team and, as such, it requires someone with the skills and experience to step in for the Chief Communications Officer and lead the team.* Hands-on experience managing a highly proactive communications strategy, with a solid reputation for integrity, transparency and follow-through; and the ability to respond quickly and appropriately with a defensive communications strategy, as needed.* Demonstrated experience in positioning companies in transition/transformation working with key stakeholders, including customers, employees, the media, community leaders, and the public.* Superior leadership skills and ability to build rapport with internal stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Ability to positively motivate, lead and build consensus across corporate functions -- leveraging collaborative, adaptable and engaging leadership style.* Ability to lead with executive presence, culturally nuanced and comfortable being a spokesperson for the brands and industry.* Demonstrated abilities to translate complex business, economic, public policy, financial or technological information into clear, compelling language geared to particular audiences, from customers and policy makers to customers, investors and employees.* Travel requirements may reach 50%, including international destinations.* Excellent analytical and organizational skills, and a personal reputation for honesty, integrity and above-reproach ethics.* Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17