Head of Impact & Influence

Job type: Permanent, Full time or part time (possible 4 days)

Salary: From £55,000 (depending on experience)

Location: North Bristol (Hybrid, minimum 3 days in the office)

Overview

Are you an experienced purpose led leader who is passionate about using insight, evidence, innovation and influence to create meaningful change?

This role would suit someone who is energised by learning, connecting ideas, influencing others and helping organisations stay ahead of emerging scientific, environmental and societal change.

There has never been a more exciting moment to join Natracare (Bodywise UK Ltd). As we transition into an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), we’re investing in our future, growing our team, strengthening what has always made us exceptional, and building the foundations for long-term shared success.

For over 37 years, we’ve been pioneers and global leaders in natural period and personal care. We’ve championed health, environmental responsibility, equity and human rights across our sector. Our reputation has been built on uncompromising standards, scientific integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge the status quo.

As our founder gradually transitions away from day-to-day leadership, we are looking for someone to help protect and evolve the principles, standards and expertise that have made Natracare a trusted leader worldwide. This newly created role sits at the heart of that transition.

The Role

We’re looking for a Head of Impact & Influence to champion and embed Natracare’s standards, purpose and thought leadership throughout the organisation. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role working directly with Senior Leadership.

What you'll own:

• Impact strategy and delivery
• Stewardship of standards and certifications
• Scientific, environmental and regulatory intelligence
• Product stewardship and future innovation opportunities
• Impact reporting and external commitments
• Education and capability building
• Industry influence and thought leadership
• Policy and advocacy

You’ll play a key role in ensuring Natracare remains the benchmark for health, sustainability, product integrity and ethical business practice.

What you’ll do:

Protect and advance our standards

• Lead the development and delivery of our impact strategy
• Monitor emerging regulations, standards and stakeholder expectations
• Identify opportunities to lead beyond compliance and continue to challenge the status quo
• Oversee strategic certifications including B Corp and 1% For the Planet
• Ensure our commitments continue to create meaningful impact and business value
• Act as an internal champion for standards and continuous improvement

Bring intelligence and foresight into the organisation

• Horizon scan emerging scientific research, environmental issues and regulatory developments
• Identify risks and opportunities that could impact the business, category or consumers
• Build strong relationships with external experts, industry bodies and research partners
• Ensure leadership teams have access to relevant intelligence to support strategic decision making and external advocacy
• Assist the business in challenging and developing solutions for change

Drive product stewardship and innovation

• Translate emerging science and environmental insights into product and packaging innovation opportunities
• Support future product specifications and material choices
• Partner with Operations and Commercial teams to drive continuous improvement
• Help ensure Natracare products remain differentiated, credible and best-in-class
• Support responsible innovation aligned with our mission and values

Lead impact reporting and external commitments

• Own B Corp strategy and recertification roadmap
• Lead our 1% for the Planet and charitable commitments
• Partner with the Technical Lead to create meaningful impact reporting and transparency frameworks
• Track and communicate progress against key impact objectives

Build knowledge, capability and education

• Develop programmes that increase sustainability, environmental and impact literacy across the organisation
• Equip teams with the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions
• Work with Marketing and expert Ambassadors to translate complex topics into engaging customer education
• Support retailer, distributor and stakeholder education initiatives
• Build awareness of emerging environmental, health and social issues relevant to our sector
• Help embed stewardship thinking into everyday business decisions

Support commercial growth and category leadership

• Ensure Natracare’s impact credentials continue to create meaningful differentiation within the category
• Support the development of compelling evidence-based narratives that demonstrate product superiority and support premium positioning
• Partner with the Commercial & Growth Director to strengthen retailer and distributor engagement
• Provide scientific, environmental and product expertise to support customer presentations, sell-ins and strategic negotiations
• Help protect margins by ensuring the value of Natracare’s standards, certifications and product choices are clearly understood
• Identify opportunities where emerging trends or stakeholder expectations can create competitive advantage

Protect and evolve our pioneering legacy

• Capture and transfer key knowledge and expertise developed over more than three decades
• Support thought leadership, research and industry engagement opportunities
• Help maintain Natracare’s position as a trusted authority within the industry
• Ensure our founding principles continue to guide future business decisions
• Translate data and evidence into clear policy positions, campaign narratives and consultation responses

What you'll bring

Essential

• Significant experience in sustainability, stewardship, product innovation, standards, policy and environmental leadership
• Experience operating at a strategic level within a purpose-led organisation
• Strong understanding of environmental and social impact frameworks
• Scientific and data literacy and the ability to interpret evidence and emerging research
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and driving change across organisations
• Excellent communication, education and thought leadership skills
• A strong balance of strategic thinking and practical delivery

Highly desirable

• You are intellectually curious, future-focused and evidence-led
• You enjoy connecting ideas, people and opportunities, working across disciplines, from science and regulation to marketing and commercial strategy
• You can influence without relying on hierarchy
• You build credibility through expertise, relationships and trust
• You are passionate about protecting and evolving purpose-led brands
• You believe business can be a force for positive change

Job type: Permanent Full-Time, option for four days a week. This role requires three days in the office, with the option to work remotely on other days of the week.

Location: North Bristol

To apply:

Deadline for applications: Monday 21st August

We’ll be in touch after the application deadline to arrange an introductory call and interview for next stage candidates. We look forward to hearing from you.

Email us at [email protected] using the reference “Head of Impact & Influence” as the subject line. Please send a copy of your CV and a cover letter introducing yourself, your interests and how you’re a good fit for the role.

Equal opportunities

It’s our ambition to create an inclusive environment where we can all be ourselves and work together as one united team. We are committed to enabling everyone to thrive, and understanding and celebrating our differences, is a key part of that.