Senior ESG Lead

• Ready to shape the future of ESG by owning projects, influencing strategy, and gaining exposure across the entire sustainability spectrum?
• Want to be part of a diverse team where respect for different cultures, perspectives, and ways of working is at the heart of collaboration?
• Keen to join a market-leading company committed to innovation, integrity, and global excellence?

Practical Information

Location: The Netherlands, Switzerland or other location in Europe

Work Arrangement: Remote

Reports to: Vice President ESG

Visa Requirements: Valid working visa for EU/EEA

Language Requirements: Professional English, written and verbal

As our new Senior ESG Lead, you will play an active role across the full spectrum of Environmental, Social and Governance activities. You will help design and implement SoftwareOne's new enhanced ESG strategy, including advancing environmental initiatives, strengthening our social impact programs, and ensuring effective ESG-related communication.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference in how SoftwareOne integrates sustainability into every part of our business. If you are looking for a challenge and growth opportunities, then read on - this may be the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy: Support the definition and implementation of the global ESG strategy translating it into regional priorities and targets, while driving data collection and implementation of data integrity controls across all three ESG pillars.
• Regulatory compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance with ESG-related legislation such as the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.
• Environmental initiatives and charitable giving: Develop and implement policies and guidelines such as our decarbonisation and transition plans; and support donations and employee volunteer programs in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Communication and reporting: Lead ESG communications internally and externally, and prepare integrated annual reports, including supporting assurance.

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in diversified ESG, sustainability or corporate social responsibility roles.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in a sustainability-related field (e.g., environmental sciences or human rights). Candidates from other academic backgrounds will also be considered.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including clear, concise report writing.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to view both macro and micro perspectives.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity with flexibility and adaptability.
• Proactive individual who can work independently as well as in a team, and is organized with strong project and time management skills.

What’s in it for you

Our company benefits vary based on your location, but always include:

• Global company culture: We defined our 6 core values through our company culture (
• A mentor who supports your successful start and is at your side with advice and action
• President’s Club: Recognition awarded by leadership and your peers
• Flexible work: Do great work from anywhere but also visit local office to deliver excellence in team relationship
• Lifelong education: A variety of training and development opportunities
• Employee stock option programs (SIX: SWON): Be an owner. All employees can be shareholders
• Hire to Grow: We optimize our internal structures and feedback culture constantly to be your Employer of Choice, today and in future

Company Description

SoftwareOne and Crayon have come together to form a global, AI-powered software and cloud solutions provider with a bold vision for the future. With a footprint in over 70 countries and a diverse team of 13,000+ professionals, we offer unparalleled opportunities for talent to grow, make an impact, and shape the future of technology. At the heart of our business is our people. We empower our teams to work across borders, innovate fearlessly, and continuously develop their skills through world-class learning and development programs. Whether you're passionate about cloud, software, data, AI, or building meaningful client relationships, you’ll find a place to thrive here. Join us and be part of a purpose-driven culture where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your career can go global.