ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Apprentice

RING AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED

Leeds (LS12 6NA)

Closes in 30 days (Saturday 1 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 1 July 2026

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Summary

We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Coordinator to join our team and support our sustainability journey. This is an exciting opportunity to learn how businesses manage their environmental and social impact while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

Wage

£25,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course
Corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioner (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Thursday 8:30am till 5pm, Friday 8:30 till 4pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

1 year 8 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Data Collection & Reporting: Monitor and analyse energy, waste, and carbon footprint data for annual sustainability reporting, including scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Coordinate reporting for compliance with plastic packaging tax (PPT) and extended producer responsibility (EPR).
  • Compliance & Audit Support: Maintain and improve Environmental Management Systems (EMS), specifically ISO 14001, and support audits.
  • Initiative Coordination: Implement sustainability initiatives, such as waste reduction or energy efficiency projects.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a point of reference for ESG, collaborating with departments and driving positive change.
  • Communication: Prepare presentations, reports, and marketing materials for both internal and external stakeholders regarding ESG progress.
  • Research & Monitoring: Keep up to date with environmental legislation, industry trends, and best practices.

Where you'll work

Volvox House
Gelderd Road
Leeds
LS12 6NA

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

LDN APPRENTICESHIPS LTD

Training course

Corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioner (level 4)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Select and implement project management and planning tools applicable to the type of project/ campaign lifecycle.
  • Assess the effectiveness of change and identify opportunities to improve outcomes, guiding and supporting others to deliver results.
  • Balance own CR&S workload to prioritise competing demands and achieve key performance indicators.
  • Utilise strengths of internal organisational structures to help build self-sustaining CR&S populations.
  • Tailor approach to maintaining new/existing external stakeholder relationships to achieve progress on plans (e.g objectives, key initiatives and shared interests).
  • Contribute to the negotiation of external CR&S projects of mutual benefit.
  • Adopt a communication method that takes account of the audience and is suitable for the circumstances.
  • Recommend opportunities for external engagement, articulating the mutual benefits and risks.
  • Contribute to written reports on CR&S performance in line with organisational requirements.
  • Contribute to the drafting of the CR&S strategy.
  • Adjust leadership style to achieve results, having regard to the needs of the individual/teams involved.
  • Select data that is relevant to the CR&S issue being considered.
  • Analyse data to form evidence-based conclusions on CR&S performance.
  • Deliver CR&S events in accordance with contractual arrangements.
  • Quality assure own and others work in accordance with organisational requirements
  • Contribute to reporting externally on CR&S Strategy and delivery in line with industry and legislative requirements.
  • Identify own organisations CR&S opportunities and threats. Escalate risks within own organisation when needed.
  • Research the CR&S landscape, escalating best practice opportunities within own organisation.
  • Apply management techniques needed to deliver CR&S projects within budget.
  • Train colleagues in CR&S techniques, tailoring the learning style to the circumstances.
  • Identify and deliver initiatives that may raise funds for CR&S projects.
  • Identify and apply relevant IT solutions to CR&S issues.
  • Select and implement project management and planning tools applicable to the type of project/ campaign lifecycle.
  • Assess the effectiveness of change and identify opportunities to improve outcomes, guiding and supporting others to deliver results.
  • Balance own CR&S workload to prioritise competing demands and achieve key performance indicators.
  • Utilise strengths of internal organisational structures to help build self-sustaining CR&S populations.
  • Tailor approach to maintaining new/existing external stakeholder relationships to achieve progress on plans (e.g objectives, key initiatives and shared interests).
  • Contribute to the negotiation of external CR&S projects of mutual benefit.
  • Adopt a communication method that takes account of the audience and is suitable for the circumstances.
  • Recommend opportunities for external engagement, articulating the mutual benefits and risks.
  • Contribute to written reports on CR&S performance in line with organisational requirements.
  • Contribute to the drafting of the CR&S strategy.
  • Adjust leadership style to achieve results, having regard to the needs of the individual/teams involved.
  • Select data that is relevant to the CR&S issue being considered.
  • Analyse data to form evidence-based conclusions on CR&S performance.
  • Deliver CR&S events in accordance with contractual arrangements.
  • Quality assure own and others work in accordance with organisational requirements
  • Contribute to reporting externally on CR&S Strategy and delivery in line with industry and legislative requirements.
  • Identify own organisations CR&S opportunities and threats. Escalate risks within own organisation when needed.
  • Research the CR&S landscape, escalating best practice opportunities within own organisation.
  • Apply management techniques needed to deliver CR&S projects within budget.
  • Train colleagues in CR&S techniques, tailoring the learning style to the circumstances.
  • Identify and deliver initiatives that may raise funds for CR&S projects.
  • Identify and apply relevant IT solutions to CR&S issues.

Training schedule

The training will take place at work, and will be all delivered online.

The training schedule has not been agreed yet.  

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

This role is ideal for someone starting their career who has a passion for sustainability and a willingness to learn.

We’re looking for someone who:

  • Has the behaviour that demonstrates the RING Values of Customer Focus, One Team, Respect and Passion
  • Is organised, methodical and capable of working under their own initiative
  • Can work to a deadline to ensure reports are issued to key members of the business in a timely manner
  • Has strong numerical and analytical skills - extensive use of spreadsheets and producing detailed reports
  • Is confident using Microsoft Excel and other Office tools
  • Is able to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with colleagues in other departments at all levels
  • Has high attention to detail
  • Takes initiative and is eager to learn
  • Has an interest in sustainability, environmental issues, or ESG

About this employer

At Ring Automotive, we’re a fast-moving, innovative company, constantly developing new products while exploring new opportunities and markets. As part of OSRAM Automotive—within the global ams OSRAM group—we share a wider ambition: to be the first choice in a changing automotive world.

While we’re part of a global organisation, our success is built on our people and the collaborative, friendly culture we’ve created. We don’t just talk about teamwork—we actively bring it to life. Colleagues from different departments work together on shared projects, gaining exposure to all areas of the business and developing a deeper understanding of our customers, markets, and competition.

At the heart of Ring is our own mission: to listen to and connect with end users and customers, enhancing their journey through innovative solutions and a collaborative one-team approach.

Our values guide everything we do and shape how we work together and with our customers:

·       One Team – We work together to deliver exceptional performance

·       Respect – We communicate openly and honestly to build trust

·       Passion – We inspire each other to be the best we can be

·       Customer Focus – We aim to surprise and delight our customers

For nearly 50 years, we’ve put customers at the centre of everything we do. By understanding their needs, anticipating future demands, and continuously improving how we support them, we’ve established Ring as the global centre of excellence within OSRAM Automotive for accessories and car equipment.

We’re looking for people who are enthusiastic, passionate, and eager to contribute—those who want to be part of a team and help drive our continued success.

https://www.ringautomotive.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Pension

25 days paid holiday-1 extra day for birthday,and Bank Holidays

Enhanced sick/maternity/paternity/adoption pay

Health Care

EAP

Discounts

Cycle to work

Parking

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

To continue, once the apprenticeship has finished in making a real impact on sustainability within the business.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

RING AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED

Heather Campbell

heather.campbell@ams-osram.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000038400.

Apply now

Closes in 30 days (Saturday 1 August 2026 at 11:59pm)