WE ARE MORE THAN JUST A CLOTHING BRAND; WE ARE ON A MISSION TO TRANSFORM THE FUTURE OF FASHION

Are you looking for a company that pushes the boundaries and creates a community inclusive of everyone? A shared vision beyond only us?

If you answered yes, why not join us? This could be your first step towards a new and exciting career at COS! We are now looking for an Interiors Sustainability Lead to join our Growth team on a full time Temporary 12 Month contract.

About COS: Offering innovative design, elevated essentials and wardrobe icons, COS is a fashion brand rooted in contemporary culture. From the beginning, our design ethos has always put lasting style, quality and sustainability first. Today 92% of the materials in our clothing collection are more sustainably sourced.

Job Description 

As the Sustainability Lead, you are responsible for developing the sustainable strategies for Interior at COS. ​You collaborate closely with relevant stakeholders within COS as well as the H&M group to support the long-term business strategy towards sustainability goals. ​​ 

What you will do:​ 

• ​Collaborate with all functions in the Interior Team, contributing to an efficient workflow and lead towards the set goals​​. 
• Inspire, challenge, and support the Interior Team to take ownership and responsibility for sustainability​​ 
• Co-ordinate and collaborate with Architectural Designers on sustainable materials and production samples. ​​ 
• Work with key stakeholders to evaluate risks and implications to COS operations​. 
• Develop, set and communicate our sustainability strategy and goals to support our long-term business strategy for Interior​ in alignment with H&M group sustainability strategy​​​. 
• Develop expertise, guidance, and training on sustainable materials, and processes within Interior and the wider organisation​​. 
• Take ownership of our sustainable material library, ensuring this is up-to-date. ​​ 
• Research to keep up to date with process and material developments within sustainability​​. 
• Collaborate with the H&M Group Sustainability Teams to  follow up and develop our suppliers' sustainable approach and performance​​. 

Alignment to our company values is the most important characteristic we look for in all new joiners. Our values are the behaviours that we appreciate above and beyond anything else. We are open-minded and curious, we dare to be different, we believe in constant improvement, and we empower and trust you to take ownership. Our values are part of who we are, what we stand for and how we act. 

In addition to our values for this role we are also looking for:  

• Experience working with sustainability measures within the industry essential​ 
• Background within retail, architecture, product design, construction or NCG Purchase with a sustainability focus​ 
• Comprehensive understanding of concepts and principles of sustainability​ 
• Knowledge of design process of NCG essential​ 
• Outstanding presentation and communication skills​ 
• Proficient use of Excel Microsoft office​ 
• Knowledge of adobe suite beneficial​ 
• Strong team player and able to influence variety of stake holders 

Why choose COS?  

When you first join COS, you will have a full introduction, excellent training, and a team that will support you during your first days, weeks and months. In addition to this you will also receive lots of fantastic benefits including. 

• 25% Staff Discount 
• 25 Days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Annual Health Checks 
• Pension Scheme 
• Discounted Gym Membership 

Our Culture  
Over the last 10 years we have carefully built a culture where our people are supported, inspired and encouraged to be the best they can. Our brand is creative, forward thinking and modern; choosing longevity over passing trends.  

We set the bar high at COS; we are committed to recruiting great people, offering an environment where talent is recognised and valued. We believe that a diverse workforce plays an important role in the success of COS. We celebrate individual differences and appreciate the contribution that all our colleagues make.