Head of Corporate Sustainability

Organisation overview:

Agratas is a global battery business within the Tata Group. We design, develop and manufacture high-quality, high performance, sustainable battery solutions. We've entered our industrialization phase, building world-class battery manufacturing facilities in Sanand, India, and in Bridgwater, UK, unlocking green growth opportunities for global customers in the mobility and energy sectors.

Position overview:

The Head of Corporate Sustainability will shape and lead Agratas sustainability strategy, embedding environmental, social and governance priorities into business operations, growth plans and the development of a global battery ecosystem. The role will advise the C-suite and senior leaders, ensuring sustainability initiatives support business objectives, protect Agratas license to operate, strengthen stakeholder trust and reinforce its position as a leader in sustainable battery technology and responsible industrial operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Agratas sustainability strategy, aligning ESG priorities with growth, industrialization, and long-term value creation.
• Lead environmental sustainability initiatives, including Net Zero delivery, Scope 1-3 emissions reduction, renewable energy adoption, circular economy, resource efficiency, and climate resilience.
• Drive sustainability governance, ESG reporting, disclosures (GRI, ISSB, TCFD, CDP, BRSR), performance measurement, and regulatory compliance.
• Champion responsible sourcing and supply chain sustainability, including ESG due diligence, traceability, ethical sourcing, and human rights frameworks.
• Build and strengthen stakeholder relationships across regulators, investors, customers, communities, industry bodies, and sustainability partnerships.
• Embed sustainability into business operations, decision-making, culture, leadership objectives, and cross-functional performance management.
• Leverage digital tools, data, innovation, and emerging technologies to enhance ESG reporting, sustainability outcomes, and operational efficiency.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing global sustainability team while managing external advisors, consultants, and assurance partners.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Public Policy, Business Management, or related discipline
• 15+ years progressive experience in sustainability, ESG, environmental management, responsible business or related leadership roles