Head of Sustainability Innovation

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom IAC Full time

At IAC, we are on a mission to create positive, lasting change in the world.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Sustainability Innovation to lead our efforts in driving scientific innovation and transforming cutting-edge environmental science into commercially viable technology solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of environmental science, commercialisation, and product development.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Environmental Science or a related field and 10+ years of experience translating scientific research into commercial products in the ClimateTech or AgriTech space. They should also have a proven track record of leading teams of specialist scientists and sustainability professionals, as well as experience working closely with product development, engineering, and executive leadership teams.

The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping scientific strategy, ensuring scientific rigour, representing the company globally, and building, mentoring, and leading a team of specialist scientists. They will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed AI-driven insights into tech and empower customers with meaningful, actionable data.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead Scientific Innovation: Drive the development of high-impact environmental tech that supports carbon credit projects and regenerative agriculture efforts.
  • Ensure Scientific Rigour: Set and maintain high standards for climate-related initiatives, from carbon footprint assessments to data integration.
  • Represent the Company Globally: Act as the public face of our scientific mission at industry events, conferences, and in the media.
  • Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a team of specialist scientists, transforming complex research into real-world solutions.
What We Offer

We foster a culture of kindness, honesty, and empowerment, where team members are encouraged to take calculated risks, learn from challenges, and grow both personally and professionally. Our mission is to make a real difference, and our team is united in this drive.

We offer a competitive salary range of $180,000 - $250,000 per year, depending on experience, plus a benefits package that includes comprehensive health insurance, retirement savings plan, and generous paid time off. If you're passionate about combining environmental science with commercial tech solutions and are ready to lead a world-class team of scientists and innovators, please submit your application.



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