Regulatory & Sustainability Associate - Student Term

Company Description

Assent is the leading solution for supply chain sustainability tailored for the world’s top-tier, sustainability-driven manufacturers. Hidden risks riddle supply chains, many of which weren't built with sustainability in mind. That's where we step in. With insights from experts, Assent is the tool manufacturers trust for comprehensive sustainability.

We are proud to announce that Assent has crossed the US$100M ARR milestone, granting us Centaur Status. This accomplishment, reached just 8 years following our Series A, makes us the first and only Certified B Corporation in North America's SaaS sustainability industry to celebrate this milestone.

Our journey from $5 million to US$100M ARR in just eight years has been marked by significant growth and achievements. With our $350 million US funding led by Vista Equity Partners, we're poised for even greater expansion and are on the lookout for outstanding team members to join our mission.

Hybrid Work Model

At Assent, we proudly embrace a remote-first work model, valuing the flexibility and autonomy it provides our team. We also acknowledge the intangible benefits of occasional in-person workdays. For team members situated within 50 kms/31 miles of our five global offices in Ottawa, Eldoret, Penang, Columbus, and Amsterdam, you can expect to come into the office at least one day a week. Similarly, those near our co-working spaces in Nairobi and Toronto are encouraged to work onsite once a month.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Regulatory and Sustainability Associate- Student Term works to support the goals of the Regulatory and Sustainability Experts Team at Assent. This role conducts research and works collaboratively with the team’s subject matter experts to provide insights into market expectations and trends, supporting the continuous improvement of Assent’s solutions. The role will provide the incumbent with practical experience while learning about the disciplines of Product Compliance and Responsible Sourcing regulations through a variety of prioritized projects.

Key Requirements & Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive regulatory and market research, leveraging a variety of tools and resources, to support the initiatives and projects of Assent’s Regulatory & Sustainability Experts team;
• Develops insights based on regulatory trends and assesses them for business impact to Assent and its customers, consolidating and presenting information for internal stakeholders;
• Supports Senior Regulatory and Sustainability Experts, as well as Assent’s Product Management team, with project planning and delivery to support Assent’s overall OKR goals;
• Familiar with corporate security policies and follows the guidance set out by processes and procedures of Assent Inc.

Your Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Enrolled in a post-secondary program in Chemistry, Materials Science, Supply Chain Management, Sustainability, Engineering, Environmental Law, or similar relevant field;
• Strong research and analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Presentation skills with the ability to create content, distilling and capturing key points from large amounts of content, and adjusting messaging to adapt communication to varied audiences;
• Superb collaboration skills - able to establish cross-functional relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders;
• Motivated self-starter with ability to manage projects, meet deadlines, and drive results. Ability to work independently, with work reviewed at critical points;
• Effective time management and organizational skills, effectively aligning commitments to priorities;
• Growth mindset, with innate curiosity and pragmatic optimism that supports ongoing learning and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

Life at Assent

Wellness: We believe that you and your family’s well-being is important. As a result, we offer vacation time that increases with tenure, comprehensive benefits packages (details vary by country), life leave days and more.

Financial Benefits: It’s not all about the money – well, it’s a little about the money. We understand that financial health is important and we offer a competitive base salary, a corporate bonus program, retirement savings options and more.

Life at Assent: There is purpose beyond your work. We provide our team members with flexible work options, volunteer days and opportunities to get involved in corporate giving initiatives.

Lifelong Learning: At Assent, curiosity is not only valued but encouraged. You will receive professional development days that are available to you the day you start.

At Assent, we are committed to growing and sustaining an environment where our team members feel included, valued, and heard. Our diversity and equal opportunity practices are guided and championed by our Diversity and Inclusion Working Group and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion includes recruiting and retaining team members from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and fostering a culture of belonging where all team members are included, treated with dignity and respect, promoted on their merits, and placed in positions to contribute to business success.

If you require assistance or accommodation throughout any part of the interview and selection process, please contact talent@assent.com and we will be happy to help.