Compliance & Sustainability Assistant

Fresh People; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Are you passionate about sustainability and making a real impact in the food industry? Do you have a sharp eye for detail and a proactive approach to compliance and reporting? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract .

Fresh People are working on behalf of a leading fresh produce business to recruit a Compliance & Sustainability Assistant offering a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive business committed to responsible sourcing and supply.

This role is ideal for someone with a background in food science or environmental disciplines.

The Person

Passionate about sustainability, compliance, and working with global supply chains.You ll play a key role in supporting and delivering technical compliance and sustainability initiatives from ethical due diligence and food safety to monitoring environmental impacts and sustainability performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with suppliers to collate, review and file accurate due diligence documentation on internal and customer platforms.

• Monitor and report on compliance throughout the supply chain lifecycle.

• Manage daily chemical surveillance testing schedules for inbound produce.

• Conduct supplier recall and traceability exercises to support robust food safety practices.

• Maintain approved supplier lists for internal and customer use.

• Collate, review and analyse environmental data from suppliers, including metrics on food waste, carbon emissions, water usage, and sustainable farming certifications.

What We re Looking For

• A degree in Food Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a similar scientific discipline.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Power BI.

• Experience working with online sustainability platforms and managing large datasets.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.

• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Excellent project management, organisational, and communication skills.

• A proactive mindset with a strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in sustainability and compliance within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.