Martin Buttle

Martin Buttle is the Better Work Lead at CCLA Investment Management, a position he has held since September 2022.1 He is a labour and human rights specialist working in the investment sector, with expertise in areas such as human rights, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), ethical trade, labour standards, and modern slavery.1

Professional Experience

Prior to joining CCLA, Buttle held several notable positions:

• Head of Good Work at ShareAction (2019-2022), where he was responsible for the Good Work Programme, including the Workforce Disclosure Initiative.1
• Strategic Lead and Category Lead at the Ethical Trading Initiative (2014-2019), where he worked on strategy, policy, and programs for the apparel and textiles category.1
• Principal Consultant at MADE-BY (August-November 2014), focusing on sustainability in the fashion industry.1

Current Role and Initiatives

At CCLA Investment Management, Buttle leads the "Better Work" pillar, which is part of the organization's approach to responsible investment.2 His work focuses on:

1. Modern Slavery: He plays a key role in the "Find it, Fix it, Prevent it" programme, which aims to tackle modern slavery through corporate engagement, policy advocacy, and data analysis.2

2. Corporate Engagement: Buttle works on engaging companies, particularly in the construction and hospitality industries, to improve their practices related to modern slavery and human rights.2

3. Policy Advocacy: He is involved in efforts to influence government policy to address modern slavery and improve corporate supply chain practices.2

4. Data and Benchmarking: Buttle contributes to developing benchmarks and scoring systems to evaluate corporate performance in addressing modern slavery.2

Martin Buttle is recognized for his expertise in the field, having been shortlisted for the "Rising Star Sustainable Investment Champion of the Year" by the Investment Week Women in Investment Awards.3 He is also active on social media, sharing insights on decent work, ethical trade, human rights, and responsible business.4