Climate Leadership Expert

17 hours ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

**Job Title:** Senior Director of Sustainability

**Location:** Cambridge (hybrid)

**Salary Range:** £68,863 - £79,800 FTE (£55,090.40 – 63,840 actual)

**Job Description:

Sustainability Expert Sought for Leading Research Centre

We are looking for a seasoned senior leader to join our prestigious Research Centre for Climate in Cambridge. As the Senior Director of Sustainability, you will provide strategic direction and operational oversight to the Centre team, manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and drive the Centre's growth and development.

The Centre is dedicated to bringing leading academic research and thought leadership to business and government leaders to drive climate action. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Strategic Planning: Develop and execute implementation plans to advance the Centre's mission and goals.
  • Leadership Development: Foster a culture of collaboration and high performance within the Centre team.
  • Fundraising: Spearhead fundraising efforts to secure sustainable funding for the Centre.
  • Financial Management: Oversee financial planning and management to ensure robust financial practices.
  • Partnership Development: Establish and nurture partnerships with key University entities and external stakeholders.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A passion for climate change science and policy.
  • Substantial executive-level experience.
  • Proven ability to influence senior individuals.
  • Fundraising experience.
  • Experience in climate change law, policy, or sustainability.
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Strategic thinking and change management skills.

The successful candidate will enjoy a range of benefits, including a generous pension scheme, healthcare cash-plan, wellbeing services, 33 days of annual leave (including public holidays per annum), free meal on duty, free parking, social and sporting facilities, and use of the gym.



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