Director, DEI & ESG

Position Summary

Trinity is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to drive our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that align with our organization's values and goals and help us create a more sustainable and inclusive workplace.  Through these strategies you will help drive our workplace culture and employee experience. This role will report directly to the CFO/Head of Corporate Operations with a dotted-line to the Chief People Officer

Position Responsibilities

• Develop and implement best in class ESG and DEI strategies, action plans, and policies that align with our organization's values and goals
• Develop metrics and reporting systems to track progress and communicate results to stakeholders.
• Monitor industry best practices and emerging trends to ensure that our organization remains current and competitive and improves year over year.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure that ESG and DEI are integrated into all aspects of our business.
• Engage with employees to gather feedback and insights and use this information to drive continuous improvement.

ESG

• Partner with operations to ensure that our practices and processes promote environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
• Work with leadership to develop and implement policies and practices that support strong governance and align with corporate strategy
• Enhance our position in various ESG survey and external assessments
• Establish benchmarks for ESG principles in the formation of an annual ESG Report, utilizing this data to solidify year over year improvements to internal and external stakeholders
• Partner with internal departments to provide ESG guidance and support on an ongoing basis
• Review external ESG practices, trends, and standards to ensure Trinity is adapting “best in class” ESG principles

DEI

• Partner with leadership to ensure that DEI initiatives align with corporate strategy
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure that Trinity’s policies and practices support diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Work with leadership and L&D to develop and implement training programs that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Engage with People Operations to ensure that our policies and practices support employee well-being.
• Collaborate with People Operations to ensure the voice and experience of the employee is embedded into DEI programming
• Collect employee data on Trinity’s DEI initiatives and utilize collected data to build or revise current initiatives
• Partner with Perspective and Affinity Group Leaders to enhance existing group structures and develop group metrics to measure group success
• Utilize current data practices to ensure that Trinity’s DEI initiatives are making a positive global employee impact
• Plan and internally and externally publish the DEI Annual Report, using established benchmarks to evaluate year over year progress in Trinity’s DEI initiatives
• Analyze client-facing DEI efforts, identify gaps, and provide solutions to ensure external DEI efforts align to Trinity’s mission, vision, and values

This position is ideally located at our HQ in Waltham, MA or in our NYC office

• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as sustainability, social justice, or business administration. Master's degree preferred.  Qualified applicants with 10 years’ experience in DEI, or ESG and HR or People Operations Leadership do not need a degree.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in ESG and DEI leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of ESG and DEI frameworks, metrics, and reporting standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful ESG and DEI strategies.
• Experience developing an emissions reduction strategy aligned with SBTi targets and standards
• Experience managing ESG requirements driven by procurement at large-cap clients, including assessment frameworks from  sustainability platforms such as CDP and Ecovadis
• Experience driving cross-functional initiatives and working across People Operations, Legal, IT, Compliance, etc. (Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus)
• Preferred experience in life sciences consulting and/or management consulting
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal relations skills
• Desire and ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently in a multi-task environment
• Ability to manage diverse stakeholders
• Team Player with the ability to network & collaborate with diverse teams across locations
• Preferred location in Waltham, MA or NYC offices

About Us

With almost 30 years of expertise, a best-in-the-business team and unrivaled access to data and analytics, Trinity Life Sciences is a modern partner to companies in the life sciences industry. Trinity combines strategy, insights and analytics to help life science executives with clinical and commercial decision-making. Ultimately, we know that every decision our clients make impacts a life, and when we help our clients achieve their goals, the world benefits. To learn more about how Trinity is elevating the industry and driving evidence to action, visit TrinityLifeSciences.com

Trinity’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Trinity Life Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Trinity is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion and to providing employees with a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Trinity are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, family, parental, or veteran status, and/or any other status based on identity or that is protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Trinity will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment and encourages applicants of all ages and identities.

For more information about Trinity’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, you can visit our website.