About HelloFresh

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high quality food & recipes for different meal occasions. Over the past 10 years, we've seen this mission spread around the world & beyond our wildest dreams. Now, we are a global food solutions group & the world's leading meal kit company, active in 18 countries across 3 continents. So, how did we do it? Our weekly boxes full of exciting recipes & fresh ingredients have blossomed into a community of customers looking for delicious, healthy & sustainable options. The HelloFresh Group now includes our core brand, HelloFresh, as well as: GreenChef, EveryPlate, Chef's Plate, Factor, Pets Table & Youfoodz

About the role 

As Associate Director of Governance & EHS, you will play a critical role in supporting the development & implementation of HelloFresh's environmental & governance frameworks across our global distribution network. Reporting to the Senior Director, youll provide strategic guidance & hands-on support to site teams across multiple countries, ensuring consistent compliance with EHS standards & operational governance expectations.

Youll manage a network of EHS & governance leads across our Distribution Centres, drive continuous improvement initiatives, & act as a key liaison between site operations & central leadership teams.

What youll do

• Deliver EHS strategic objectives across all regional sites, working closely with stakeholders & EHS leads to ensure continuous improvement & the development of a progressive EHS culture
• Ensure operational governance practices are consistently applied across all regional sites, including adherence to internal controls, risk management processes, & health & safety standards.
• Support site teams in maintaining compliance with local & international EHS regulations. 
• Champion the rollout of EHS programs & initiatives in line with HelloFresh global standards.
• Line manage EHS leads embedded in distribution centres across multiple geographies, actively providing coaching, development, & performance feedback.
• Coordinate internal audits & external assessments, monitor corrective actions, & ensure continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
• Act as a central conduit between site operations & senior leadership, ensuring alignment on KPIs, regulatory updates, & best practices in EHS & governance.
• Lead or support key cross-functional projects focused on reducing environmental impact, improving workplace safety, & strengthening operational governance.

What youll bring

• Proven experience (8+ years) in EHS, governance, or operations within complex, multi-site environments such as logistics, manufacturing, or FMCG.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, risk management, & audit processes.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams or direct reports across regions.
• Ability to influence, coach, & build relationships across varying cultural & organisational contexts.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to track KPIs & implement improvements based on findings.
• A practical, hands-on approach balanced with strategic thinking.

What we offer 

• Fuel your career with excitement! Join one of Europe's fastest-growing tech powerhouses in a dynamic phase of expansion.
• Immerse yourself in a diverse global community of 90+ nationalities.
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package that goes beyond the norm, with perks like a HelloFresh- subsidized Pension Scheme, Berlin relocation support, & a Hybrid working model.
• Elevate your lifestyle with exclusive discounts on your weekly HelloFresh box & office meals.
• Plus, we've got your well-being covered with mental health support, transportation perks, & working-parent-friendly benefits. From our 24/7 gym access, wellbeing platforms like Headspace & Spill, to sabbatical leave options. HelloFresh is not just a workplace; it's a lifestyle of perks & possibilities!