ESG Reporting & Compliance Project Manager

Company: Live NationLocation: Farringdon, LondonWorking Hours: 40 hours per weekJob Type: Fixed term contract, 12 months Role Description Under the direction of the Head of Sustainability, EMEA, the ESG Reporting & Compliance Project Manager will facilitate the development and implementation of an ESG disclosure program for Live Nation EMEA, with an initial focus on CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), laying the foundation for other required and voluntary ESG disclosures in coming years. This role will drive the development process and annual data collection for the publication of LNE's CSRD annual reports. You will work with and coordinate a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders across North America, UK, and European markets on a range of different ESG topics. You will have experience in corporate and/or event sustainability reporting and are familiar with CSRD and ESG disclosures. You are comfortable working with and validating quantitative and qualitative data and bring an acute sense of judgement and tact when navigating competing agendas and priorities.,

• Coordinate and work with internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to finance, compliance, legal, HR, regional and global sustainability teams to develop a robust ESG & CSRD Data Collection & Reporting program.
• Support external consultants to conduct data readiness review, establish a reusable reporting infrastructure, and maximise internal engagement, educate, and guide business data owners.
• Oversee internal data collection outreach and ensure ESG data consistency across the business.
• Integrate with existing systems for data collection and management and/or evaluate opportunities for improvements to streamline efforts.
• Implement reliable and auditable processes and controls for ESG data collection, validation, and reporting.
• Draft project plan with concrete milestones and monitor the execution of each work stream.
• Work with business stakeholders to identify gaps in data collection and data quality and develop solutions that are replicable and scalable and aligned with CSRD reporting requirements.
• Stay on top of regulatory requirement changes, project timeline and reporting deadlines in partnership with the global Compliance team.
• Conduct meetings and report detailed project progress to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Facilitate internal checks and approvals.
Equal Opportunities We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.


• Proven experience in ESG (environmental, social, and governance), project management, sustainability reporting, or related
• Experience working with EU markets and familiarity with EU regulation would be highly advantageous
• Strong project management skills; PMP desirable
• Knowledge of ESG and/ or CSRD reporting. Familiarity with ESG jargon across a range of priority topics
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Strong understanding of the EMEA region, cultures and legislation
• Excellent written and spoken English is mandatory
• Comfortable working with quantitative and qualitative data, proven experience in data validation
• Proficient in spreadsheets, database management systems and analysis via various platforms and software
Behaviours
• The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success
• Ability to maintain discretion with sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work with cross functional stakeholders in large global environment spanning multiple time-zones to meet organisational goals within deadlines
• Flexibility and ability to successfully navigate ambiguity and succeed in a fast-paced organisation
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as in a team environment
  
  Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com