Head of Climate Action and Nature Recovery Strategy

4 days ago


Ipswich IP BX, United Kingdom Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils Full time
About Our Organisation

Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are passionate about enabling our communities to be more sustainable, resilient, and to thrive. We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts.

We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work, with picturesque market towns, 60 conservation areas, and two National Landscapes within our districts.

Our Vision:

We aim to be a leader in environmental sustainability, reducing carbon emissions and enhancing biodiversity across our districts.

Our Values:

  • Sustainability: We strive to minimise our impact on the environment and promote sustainable practices throughout our organisation.
  • Innovation: We encourage creativity and innovation to drive positive change and improve services for our residents.
  • Collaboration: We work collaboratively with stakeholders, partners, and communities to achieve shared goals and deliver impactful results.

Benefits:

  • Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays)
  • Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Wellbeing Support Programme
  • Employee Assist Programme
  • Private Medical - Discounted Schemes
  • Electric Vehicle Purchase Scheme
  • Paid Volunteering days
  • Career Development Programmes


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