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Responsable RSE Sites événementiels

GL events • France • Added on Sep 14, 2026
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Based at the Group’s headquarters in Lyon, you will steer the sustainability strategy for a vast network of over 80 event venues, ranging from convention centers to major stadiums. Your primary focus will be harmonizing CSR performance across diverse sites by supporting local coordinators, facilitating the sharing of best practices, and driving operational circular economy initiatives. You will act as the central pivot for extra-financial performance and the key architect for maintaining high-level environmental standards across the portfolio.

This role matters because large-scale events have a significant environmental footprint, and your work directly influences the decarbonization and waste management of iconic locations like the Stade de France. By implementing rigorous ISO 20121 certification standards and climate adaptation strategies, you ensure that these cultural and economic hubs remain resilient and responsible in their local territories. You are essentially turning high-traffic venues into laboratories for sustainable operational excellence.

This suits someone who blends technical expertise in environmental systems with the interpersonal agility needed to lead a decentralised network. You should be a proactive problem-solver comfortable navigating the fast-paced world of international event management.

Job FAQs

What are the main missions and responsibilities of this role?

The primary mission is to steer the CSR performance of over 80 diverse venues, including convention centers and stadiums. You will provide expert guidance to site-level CSR referents, ensuring they accurately collect and analyze extra-financial indicators while facilitating the adoption of the Cléo Carbone tool for precise carbon accounting. A major responsibility involves governing the ISO 20121 certification process. This includes building and training an internal auditor network, coordinating external audits, and following up on corrective action plans to ensure operational management remains aligned with international responsible event standards. You will also lead transversal projects such as developing climate change adaptation strategies and promoting the pooling of material reuse solutions. Additionally, the role involves contributing CSR expertise to new business tenders and mentoring junior staff within the group's sustainability department.

Key learning opportunities for this job

Candidates will gain deep expertise in the ISO 20121 management system, a niche but highly valuable standard in the global events and hospitality industry. You will learn how to apply standardized sustainability frameworks to a diverse range of assets, from historic theaters to ultra-modern sports arenas. The role offers significant exposure to large-scale carbon accounting and climate risk assessment methodologies. By managing a network of 80 sites, you will develop a high-level perspective on how to drive change in decentralized organizational structures and master the complexities of territorial CSR integration.

How does the ideal candidate look like (experience, skills)?

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in QSE or Sustainable Development and brings at least two years of operational experience. You must have a practical understanding of environmental topics such as waste valuation, water management, and biodiversity, rather than just theoretical knowledge. Strong communication skills are essential to animate a network of referents and influence stakeholders across different regions. Fluency in English is required due to the international nature of the venue network, and prior experience with management system certifications will be a significant advantage in hitting the ground running.

Advice to stand out and make a successful application

Focus your application on your operational track record. Instead of listing general CSR concepts, highlight specific instances where you implemented waste reduction or energy efficiency projects in a complex, multi-site environment. Demonstrating a clear understanding of the logistics involved in events will set you apart. Since ISO 20121 is central to this role, research GL events' current sustainability reporting and venue portfolio. Proposing a vision for how to mutualize resources across different types of venues (e.g., sharing reuse solutions between a concert hall and a trade fair) will demonstrate the strategic thinking the Group is looking for.

What aspects of the company's sustainability is this role likely to focus on?

The role focuses heavily on circular economy and carbon reduction. With over 80 venues, the environmental impact of materials, catering waste, and energy consumption is vast. You will be tasked with finding concrete ways to scale up material reuse and improve the accuracy of site-specific carbon footprints. There is also a strong social and territorial component. The venues are often key economic drivers for their local communities, so ensuring that these sites operate responsibly regarding local employment, accessibility, and stakeholder relations is a core part of the sustainability mission.

What are the main challenges someone in this role might face?

One of the toughest challenges will be ensuring consistency across a highly decentralized network. Each site has its own local management and specific constraints; convincing every site referent to prioritize CSR reporting and ISO standards amidst their busy event schedules requires significant diplomatic and organizational skills. Additionally, the diversity of the venue types presents a challenge. A strategy that works for a professional exhibition park might not be directly applicable to a historic theater or a football stadium, requiring you to be highly adaptable and creative in your approach to sustainability solutions.

How could a typical day look like for someone in this position?

A typical day might begin with a coordination meeting with the Group CSR Director to align on reporting deadlines, followed by a technical session with a site referent to troubleshoot their carbon data entry. You might spend the afternoon developing training materials for the internal auditor network. You will likely interact with site directors to discuss the operational implementation of material reuse programs or review the findings of a recent audit. The role involves a mix of analytical desk work—analyzing KPIs—and high-energy animation of the venue network through virtual or on-site workshops.

What are the opportunities for professional growth and development in this role?

GL events is a massive international player, offering clear internal mobility paths. Success in this role could lead to a Group-wide leadership position or a specialized role in sustainability for major international projects like the Olympics or World Expos. You will also build a prestigious professional network across the global events industry. As the group expands its footprint, the expertise you gain in managing large-scale venue sustainability will make you a highly sought-after expert in the evolving ESG landscape for real estate and hospitality.

The main stakeholders you might be interacting with

Your primary internal stakeholders are the CSR referents at each site and the Group CSR Director. You will also work closely with Site Directors and the teams involved in operational management, such as facilities management and logistics. Externally, you will interact with certification bodies and auditors for ISO 20121 compliance. You may also engage with local authorities (collectivités) and clients who are increasingly demanding high ESG performance as a prerequisite for hosting their events at GL events venues.

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