Join Aker BioMarine as an ESG & Compliance Manager! Drive sustainability reporting and shape ESG processes.

Aker BioMarine is a leading human health and nutrition innovator that develops krill- and algae-derived products for consumer health and nutrition. Krill is a natural, powerful, and health-promoting source of nutrients from the pristine waters of Antarctica, and Aker BioMarine has a unique position in its industry.

In Aker BioMarine we believe in a world where everyone has access to quality nutrition and good health without compromising the planet.

We are looking for more people like us, who believe they can make a difference in the world.

We are about 250 employees globally, with more than 25 nationalities, spread across all time zones and most continents. Together, we form an international, high performing, diverse and fun work environment.

Working with us means you appreciate diversity, are highly skilled within your field and can cope with unexpected situations. You enjoy a fast pace, tolerate quick decisions and continuously ongoing changes. You are a true team player who “chips in” when the situation requires so.

Role description:

The ESG & Compliance Manager will own responsibility for timely and accurate delivery of ESG and compliance reporting, to include implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) for Aker BioMarine from 2025 onwards. This is a task-oriented, hands-on role with an opportunity to contribute to process improvements, automation, and strategy in this area. Related tasks include:

• Support Reporting Processes: Prepare and deliver Aker BioMarine's financial, ESG, and compliance reports under applicable frameworks (e.g., CSRD, Transparency Act), ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• CSRD Implementation: Contribute to the implementation of CSRD requirements, ensuring compliance with new standards and supporting reporting processes ongoing.
• Data Management: Input and manage data in relevant reporting systems and contribute to the development and optimization of internal tools to track emissions and other relevant metrics.
• Process Automation: Play an active role in improving and automating reporting solutions and workflows to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Operational Support: Organize and collaborate with the Company’s ESG Committee, ensuring smooth coordination of activities to maintain progress toward reporting goals.
• Performance Tracking: Support tracking and analysis of Aker BioMarine’s financial, ESG, and compliance performance metrics.

Desired characteristics:

The ideal candidate for the ESG & Compliance Manager role is a doer with interest in environmental, compliance, and legal business frameworks. Other characteristics include:

• Structured and organized with strong attention to detail and time-management skills
• Willing to take ownership of tasks and work individually, while collaborating effectively with relevant stakeholders as needed
• Knowledge and interest in ESG and Compliance subject areas

Qualifications:

Education in Sustainability, Communications, Law, Business, or similar. Interest within the relevant subject matters.

This role is primarily operational and task-focused, with the potential to grow in strategic contributions as expertise develops. It’s an excellent opportunity for a junior professional seeking hands-on experience in ESG and compliance reporting. As such, relevant work experience is an advantage but not a requirement.

Fluent in English both written and orally.

Location and department:

The ESG & Compliance Manager will work primarily at our head offices at Fornebu, Norway. We recognize that people have different needs, and trusts employees to deliver results when given flexibility both in terms of working hours and location.

This role is part of the Finance department. Internal collaborations will include General Counsel & Compliance Officer, VP Financial Reporting, CFO, and other various operational business segments such as HR and communications. Other stakeholders include Aker ASA, public bodies regarding financial reporting, Transparency Act reporting, etc.

What we offer:

• Professional growth as you will be responsible for ESG and Compliance reporting and supporting Aker BioMarine’s strategy within this area. This position is a great stepping stone to develop attractive competence within ESG and Compliance, which will only increase in the future.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to AKBM’s strategy execution and overall mission.
• Work in a collaborative environment in a highly skilled team and with multiple interfaces within Aker BioMarine.
• Training and development to include participation in Aker-wide network groups and initiatives, in addition to relevant courses can be considered and offered as appropriate.

For more information about the position or process, please contact hannah.bjerch-andresen@akerbiomarine.com. Application deadline is February 22nd, 2025.

About Aker BioMarine:

Aker BioMarine develops bioactive ingredients for use in the nutraceutical, aquaculture and animal feed market. Its fully traceable value chain stretches from sustainable krill harvesting operations in Antarctica through the logistics hub in Montevideo to its state-of-the-art factory in Houston and all the way to its customers around the world.

Superba® Krill is a pure form of omega-3s that are more easily absorbed by the human body, providing health benefits, including boosting heart, brain, and joint health.

Understory® is a premium marine protein peptide ingredient from Antarctic krill.

FloraMarine® is a plant-based, marine source of DHA omega-3 from algae, offering the highest natural concentration of algae DHA on the market today. DHA is widely known to be vital for brain and eye health, as well as early life nutrition.

LYSOVETA® is a new dietary supplement product from Aker BioMarine, specifically targeting brain health. It contains essential nutrients including LPC-bound EPA and DHA, which are important for long-term brain health and function, across the whole lifespan.

At Aker BioMarine, you can expect a lot of challenges in an fast paced environment. In return we promise you will be part of a fun and exciting journey. If you show initiative and desire for more responsibility, we will give it to you and support you along the way. We strongly believe that our team of people want to do their best. All in the spirit of being the leading company in our industry and always striving to raise the bar.