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What does it mean to be a purpose led business?

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Your company’s purpose is bigger than its product or service and is shaped by the desire to positively impact the planet and society.

What is a carbon footprint?

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This is the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere as a result of the activities of a particular individual, group, community or organisation.

What are Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions?

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Greenhouse gas emissions are broken down into three categories to help us understand where they came from:

  • Scope 1 includes the direct emissions from the activities of company owned resources
  • Scope 2 includes the indirect emissions from the generation of purchased energy from a utility provider
  • Scope 3 includes all the indirect emissions not included in Scope 2 that occurs in a company’s value chain

What is carbon offsetting?

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This allows you to invest in local and international environmental projects that balance your carbon footprint, either individual or as a business.

What is Carbon Neutral?

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Being carbon neutral relates to the balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon. To therefore achieve carbon neutral status, your company has to create a carbon reduction plan, measuring and reducing operational carbon, the purchase golden standard offsets equivalent to your carbon footprint.

How do I certify as being Carbon Neutral?

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PAS 2060 is the specification by the British Standards Institution that details how to demonstrate carbon neutrality. Out lovely friends at Planet Mark will be able to support you through this process brilliantly.

What is Net Zero?

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This means achieving a balance between the carbon emitted into the atmosphere, and the carbon removed from it. This balance – or net zero – will happen when the amount of carbon we add to the atmosphere is no more than the amount removed. True Net Zero is therefore about reducing emissions to a minimum and balancing anything we do emit by removing carbon from the atmosphere using carbon sinks or carbon storage technology.

So what is the difference between carbon neutral and net zero?

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Carbon-neutral means purchasing carbon reduction credits equivalent to emissions released, without the need for emissions reductions to have taken place. Net zero means reducing emissions in line with latest climate science, and balancing remaining residual emissions through carbon removal credits.

What are the UN Sustainable Development Goals?

These are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and improve the lives and prospects of everyone, everywhere. The 17 Goals were adopted by all UN Member States in 2015, as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development which set out a 15-year plan to achieve the Goals. These are as follows:

  • Goal 1: No Poverty - End poverty in all its forms everywhere
  • Goal 2: Zero Hunger - End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
  • Goal 3: Good Health & Wellbeing - Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
  • Goal 4: Quality Education - Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all  
  • Goal 5: Gender Equality - Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
  • Goal 6: Clean Water & Sanitation - Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all  
  • Goal 7: Affordable & Clean Energy - Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all  
  • Goal 8: Decent Work & Economic Growth - Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all  
  • Goal 9: Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure - Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation
  • Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities - Reduce inequality within and among countries
  • Goal 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities - Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
  • Goal 12: Responsible Consumption & Production - Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
  • Goal 13: Climate Action - Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
  • Goal 14: Life Below Water - Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development
  • Goal 15: Life On Land - Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, and halt biodiversity loss
  • Goal 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions - Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels  
  • Goal 17: Partnerships For The Goals - Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development

What is a Decade of Action?

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In a bid to accelerate sustainable solutions to all the world’s biggest challenges, the Secretary General of the United Nations called on all sectors of society in 2019 to mobilise and deliver the UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, through a decade of ambitious action. The focus was laid out on three levels:

  • Global Action by aiming to lead in terms of policy and providing the resources to do so.
  • Local Action which will see policies enacted by organisation such as governments and local authorities.
  • People Action which focuses on the ground level choices and decisions the public makes individually.

What is Planet Mark?

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Planet Mark

Planet Mark is a sustainability certification for every type of organisation, measuring your carbon and social data so you can publicly report your progress with confidence and authority. On average, Planet Mark certified businesses make a 24% cut in absolute carbon emissions per year, 17% carbon saving per employee per year through reductions in energy, waste, water, travel and procurement.

How do I know what SDG’s align with my business?

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B1G1

A fantastic question and with just a little research you will definitely be able to build your understanding as to which Goals most align with your organisation. We would always recommend you join B1G1 as the most interactive way to engage with the SDGs on a daily basis. You also have Prosperah who, through enhanced stakeholder consultation, will identify and set key SDGs to create a Purpose Book for your business.

How do we begin our Net Zero journey?

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Planet Mark

For this we would always recommend our friends at Planet Mark - their Net Zero Programme will demystify the subject of net zero carbon emissions and will support your business to reach it. No matter what stage in your net zero journey you are on, from committing to a target to creating the action plan needed to get there, they will support you all the way. Their Net Zero Programme is aligned with the SBTi’s Net-Zero Corporate Standard so you can be assured that you are meeting credible and robust targets that are internationally recognised.

What is Social Value?

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Social value is the net social and environmental benefits generated by your business to society through its corporate and community activities.

How can I measure the Social Value of my business?

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Planet Mark

Measuring your social value will really help to support your environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria – something which is critical to long-term competitive success. The brilliant team at Planet Mark can help you to measure your social value contributions alongside your carbon measurement and help build your full sustainability story.

Is there a benefit to holding a sustainability certification?

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Absolutely - a recognised sustainability certification provides your businesses with a competitive advantage and help build improve your brand image. It also helps to attract and retain talent as more employees are actively seeking organisations who are ethically responsible. Combined, the benefits of holding a sustainability certification improves your business’ triple bottom line covering profit, people, and the planet.

What is B1G1?

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B1G1 is a global giving business movement that enables organisations to positively impact lives everyday. You will gain access to hundreds of high-impact projects that help you contribute easily to the things you care most about. These projects are closely aligned with the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals and can help offset carbon emissions or create specific impacts across many causes around the world.

What is Ecologi?

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Ecologi

Ecologi is a platform that facilitates the funding of climate projects and tree planting projects around the world, allowing individuals and businesses to contribute to real climate action.

We would love to become a B Corp – can you help us?

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We would absolutely love to and have a community of amazing Ambassadors and Official Partners through our Includability network that can support you. All of the experiences of our own B Corp journey we will gladly share and our B Corp Consultant Laura is there to hold your hand throughout the whole process.

How do candidates apply for the job listings posted on the job board?

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Candidates can either apply directly via an email link provided in the job listing by yourselves or by using the careers.wearedisrupt.co.uk job board. It's important to include accurate and up-to-date contact information in your job listing to ensure a smooth application process for candidates.

How long will my job listing remain active on the job board?

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Your job listing will remain active on the job board for an initial 3 weeks or if you request its removal. If you need to make any changes or remove your job listing, please contact us at hello@wearedisrupt.co.uk.

Can I edit my job listing after it has been posted?

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Yes, you can edit your job listing after it has been posted. To make changes, please contact us at hello@wearedisrupt.co.uk, and we will be happy to assist you with any updates or modifications.

I have filled the position?

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Once you have filled the position we ask that you let us know and we can then remove the listing. We are always looking for candidates to fill roles within certified B Corporations and would be grateful if you could refer any unsuccessful candidates to the B Corp Job Board on DiSRUPT.

Is there a set of Terms of Service and Policies

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Yes. We have a full set of terms of service, GDPR policies and Privacy Policies. Details can be found here.

See out Terms of Service here

What is FMCG recruitment?

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FMCG recruitment refers to the process of hiring professionals for roles within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry. This could span a wide range of roles from Supply Chain Managers to Brand Managers, Marketing Executives to Sales Directors.

What types of roles are available in the FMCG sector?

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The FMCG sector offers a diverse range of roles across areas like Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Production, Operations, Finance, and HR. Specific job titles can include Brand Manager, Sales Director, Supply Chain Analyst, Production Supervisor, and much more.

Why should I use an FMCG recruitment agency?

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An FMCG recruitment agency like DiSRUPT has a deep understanding of the sector and maintains an extensive network of industry professionals. We also stay updated with latest trends and market changes, ensuring you get access to the top talent perfectly suited to your needs.

How does DiSRUPT stand out as an FMCG recruitment agency?

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At DiSRUPT, we go beyond just recruiting; we ensure that our processes and partners align with sustainable, inclusive, and ethical values. We are B Corp Certified and actively support businesses in creating sustainable and inclusive workplaces.

What is DiSRUPT's approach to FMCG recruitment?

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DiSRUPT's approach is tailored to each client's specific needs. We leverage our industry knowledge, extensive network, and innovative recruitment technologies to source, vet, and place the right candidates. Our focus is on creating long-term matches that benefit both the candidate and the employer.

What regions does DiSRUPT cover for FMCG recruitment?

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While we are based in the UK, our FMCG recruitment services span across various regions, including Europe and Asia, depending on the needs of our clients.

How do I get started with DiSRUPT for my FMCG recruitment needs?

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You can get started by contacting us through the form on our website, emailing us at recruitment@wearedisrupt.co.uk, or calling us on +44118 3042 855.

What support services does DiSRUPT provide in the FMCG recruitment process?

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At DiSRUPT, we offer robust support services such as Diversity & Inclusion, Wellbeing, Sustainability & Impact, and Leadership and Governance. We also provide mental health training for new hires, underlining our commitment to holistic candidate well-being.

What is Executive Search Recruitment?

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Executive Search focuses on finding and placing executive/senior leadership in key positions (up to Board level) usually with a growth, change or transformation agenda. It requires a tailored and professional approach across a very specific network of relevant talent. Search incorporates an in-depth, targeted approach utilising specialist and innovative technologies and expertise to source and engage talent that can deliver on the strategic objectives and needs of the business. Executive Search will usually incorporate some form of Psychometric or behavioural psychologist assessment within the process or prior to an offer.

Why use Executive Search?

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Executive Search is best used where a business needs a specialist and professional service that will guarantee the delivery of a suitable hire for the position required. It is often used where a business critical hire is needed usually at a senior leadership or board level. It can be used to embed an operationally efficient and highly professional process that reduces commercial downtime of your existing leadership or can be used to keep a particular senior leadership hire confidential.

Some organisations will also move to Search where the traditional contingent recruitment methods have failed to produce a suitable candidate, however this is not recommended as often candidates can be put off by a poor inefficient process. Typically you would use an Executive Search campaign where the position is both a senior leadership role and would be classified as a 'business critical' hire from a technical, specialist or experience perspective. Equally it can be used where you wish to attract talent that sits outside of your traditional industry networks or specialisms.

What's the difference between Executive Search and Headhunting?

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Typically Recruitment forms the broader and most common classification around hiring talent and is typically associated with low to senior level contingency hiring; paying for the service only once a suitable applicant is hired and starts. Headhunting is the term used for proactively mapping, selecting and approaching potential talent in a way that engages and appeals to their interest and opens them up to further conversations. Executive Search is the holistic term that incorporates a full workflow of systems, technology, expertise, networks and information to provide a highly powerful, targeted and professional service and talent experience that is reflective of the hiring business, it's people, culture , values and purpose. Executive Search will also involve a contractual appointment of a professional Search business and the relevant partner/consultant who is best placed to source and deliver on the job or role brief. Typically this is managed exclusively and through a retained structure where you pay for the services you require up front.

What types of Executive Search services do you offer?

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We offer various Executive Search solutions to meet the needs and budgets of our clients. These include traditional Retained Search for single permanent and/or interim appointments; Chief, Director, Specialist, project-based search for scaling or building leadership for Projects, Change or Transformation requirements and finally Team Search which is useful for business that are required to scale at pace.

What industries do you specialise in?

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We have expertise in various industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, energy, retail, and more. We can tailor our approach to your specific sector and its unique challenges.

What's your typical search process?

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Our process starts with gathering the information we require. This includes understanding your company culture, strategy, vision, purpose, needs, and desired candidate profile. We need to understand what is great, good and not so good about your business. Where you can improve and what you do great. We want to know how you support and develop your people and the aspects of your business that will appeal and attract world class talent to want to join you. We will want to get to know you and everything about the opportunity we will present to potential hires. We then employ a combination of research methodologies, networking, innovative search technologies and targeted outreach to identify and contact potential candidates. We then spend time getting to understand them before presenting the opportunity to attract and engage their interest. Through subsequent meetings and calls we then build a rapport and understanding to enable us to assess all potential candidates before moving to a shortlist of suitably qualified individuals. We then present these back to you with some commentary usually in person or virtually with a view to setting up initial discussions/meetings/interviews. We manage the process from inception to offer, start date and beyond ensuring you have the right information you need at every stage of the process.

What are your fees?

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Our fees vary depending on the scope of the search, client type (Seed start up, series funded, VC/PE Backed, SME, National, Global, Not for Profit/Charity etc) and the level of the position. We offer transparent and competitive fixed price and % margin fee structures/pricing (Typically 20% to 30%) and payments that can be structured to meet the needs of your business.

How can I be considered for an Executive Search position?

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We encourage you to contact us directly initially for an informal discussion. If happy we would register your profile on our website and provide you with some helpful advice to maximize your visibility to the wider market. We actively search for top talent in various sectors and may have something to discuss immediately or could reach out to you directly if your profile aligns with an open position in the future.

How do I get started?

For more information about our recruitment opportunities, visit us at careers.wearedisrupt.co.uk. If you need help or advice regarding you career, feel free to reach us at recruitment@wearedisrupt.co.uk

Alternatively, you can contact us on +44118 3042 855

What should I expect during the Executive Search process?

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The process can in some cases take several months to complete or could move very quickly so ensure you communicate the timelines you are working to and prepare to offer some flexibility. You can expect to receive clear and constructive feedback throughout the process and prepare to be open and transparent about all aspects of your career or personal life/attributes that are important. You can expect to be supported and provided with lots of insight and advice at every stage. You can expect regular phone calls, video and face to face meetings both with your Search Consultant and various client contacts. You may be asked to be available outside of core working hours, travel anywhere in the UK or Globally to attend key meetings/interviews. You should also be prepared to put in the time needed to prepare for every interview stage. Sometimes this will include presentations and/or meetings with Psychometric profilers and/or Behavioural Psychologists. Throughout the entire process we will ensure you are supported at every stage and will be available and accessible outside of core working hours.

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We believe so much in the importance of building an inclusive workforce, we went one step further and created our own 'Includability Committed Employer' standard to change workplace culture and to help businesses grow into inclusive, committed and more diverse organisations. Includability now has over 50 members, 60 Ambassadors and 100's of committed partners and people all dedicated to our inclusive community.

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We know the importance of ensuring every company has a focus and strategy around Diversity & Inclusion. We also understand that it can sometimes be difficult to know where to start or how to continue to make progress. We are partnered with the incredible EDI Consultancy – ODiSEE to help you start your D&I journey or to compliment what you already have in place. Empower your workforce to create a more inclusive, equitable and respectful work environment. The expert-led training covers a range of topics, including recruitment and selection, policy reviews and creating EDI Strategies, providing your employees with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate and address diversity and inclusion challenges in the workplace. Does your current recruitment partner work like this? Be more DiSRUPTive. Let’s work together for an inclusive future.

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Create a Wellbeing Operating Model & Roadmap that delivers your Strategy. We do this through analysis and workshops around what capabilities you want to pursue in order to deliver the full spectrum of wellbeing across your teams. By creating this understanding, we can help you create a positive and fulfilling work environment. By Investing in the wellbeing of your employees and workforce, you will be empowering them to lead happier and healthier lives, resulting in increased productivity, reduced absenteeism, and a more positive work culture. Happy people leads to a Happy business.

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If you are seeking to make a positive impact on the world while also running a successful business, then look no further than our B Corp certification services. Our team of experts will guide you through the certification process, ensuring that your company meets the rigorous standards of a B Corp. By becoming certified, your company will join a community of like-minded businesses that prioritize social and environmental impact alongside financial success.

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Like you, we strongly feel that supporting the mental health and wellbeing of your employees is extremely important. That is why, at DiSRUPT we put every candidate we place through Mental Health First Aid training thanks to our partnership with Mental Health Charter. By committing and investing in Mental Health First Aid support for our candidates, we positively contribute to businesses like yours to help create a positive and supportive work environment. Does your current recruitment partner work in the same way? Are you ready to DiSRUPT? Reach out a tentacle and let’s chat!

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