Job Opportunity: Sustainable Development Project Officer (Graduate Placement)
Location: Waternish, Isle of Skye
Contract: Fixed-Term 12-months (Graduate Placement)
Salary: £28,500 + company benefits
Skyeskyns, a dynamic and values-driven business on the Isle of Skye, is seeking a passionate and proactive Sustainable Development Project Officer.
This exciting role offers the chance to make a real impact in helping Skyeskyns deliver on its sustainability goals—both within our current operations and as we move toward a new, environmentally-conscious build. You’ll play a key role in developing and supporting strategies across environmental, social, and economic themes as part of our Net Zero and B-Corp aspirations.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Research and analyse data to support sustainability planning across areas such as B-Corp certification, Net Zero targets, and process efficiencies.
- Support project implementation across workstreams including governance, community, environment, people, and customers.
- Assist with the development of innovative, sustainable building and production methods.
- Engage with the internal team and external partners to gather insights and feedback.
- Contribute to funding applications by providing research, data and recommendations.
- Help develop professional development resources for the team and identify best practices for sustainable operations.
- Create monitoring and reporting frameworks to track progress across projects.
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What You’ll Bring:
- A passion for sustainability and sustainable business development.
- Excellent research and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of project management within small business settings.
- Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication abilities.
- Confidence to work independently and make informed decisions.
- Creativity, critical thinking and an eye for innovation.
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Qualifications & Eligibility:
- Essential: This post is supported by Highlands & Islands Enterprise. Candidates must have graduated within the last 4 years (minimum HNC; Degree preferred), ideally with no more than 1 year of graduate-level work experience. Must be a Highland area resident for the duration of the contract.
- Desirable: Own transport recommended. Ideal for Skye resident but hybrid working is possible.
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Why Join Skyeskyns?
- Be part of an ethical and forward-thinking company making meaningful environmental and social business decisions.
- Gain practical experience in sustainable business practices and innovative project work.
- Work in one of the most beautiful locations in Scotland, surrounded by nature and creativity.
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To Apply:
For a full job description or to apply, please email and send your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@skyeskyns.co.uk by 19th May 2025. For more information about Skyeskyns, browse our website or email Isabelle Florin to arrange an informal chat isabelle@skyeskyns.co.uk
CLOSING DATE: 19th May 2025
Skyeskyns is committed to playing its part in the Fair Work Convention’s vision that by 2025, people in Scotland will have a world-leadng working life where fair work drives success, wellbeing and prosperity for
individuals, businesses, organisations and society. We are therefore developing a workplace that is built on the five key dimensions of Fair Work: effective voice, opportunity, security, fulfilment and respect
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Who We Are
We are tanners, makers and suppliers of luxurious sheepskins, home accessories and sustainably-made clothing.
