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We're on the lookout for entrepreneurial individuals with technical and commercial domain expertise with keen interest in founding, and building a global scale, impact driven, high growth company from ground up (full-time).

We are seeking applications from experienced industry, startup and/or new science or engineering based technology development professionals from anywhere in the world to work with us on methane removal from air.

You’ll work closely with the DSV team and the current Founder in Residence for this area to co-found and spin-out a new company. Once the new venture is incorporated with pre-seed investment from DSV, you and your co-founders will own the majority stake in the business and continue receiving support from the DSV team post-spinout.

The role is full-time and fully remote until venture incorporation and spin-out (circa spring/summer 2025). 

The Opportunity

Methane is a powerful greenhouse gas, with around 80 x the warming potential of carbon dioxide over a 20-year timescale. Year-on-year increases in the atmospheric concentration of methane, driven by anthropogenic activities and by the effect of a warming climate on natural systems, are responsible for around 30% of the current rise in global temperature.

If methane could be removed from the air within emissions plumes, or from air in the ambient atmosphere, it might be possible to slow or reverse the trend of increasing methane concentrations. To date, key technical and commercial constraints have limited progress towards this target: atmospheric concentrations of methane are extremely low (2 ppm), methane emissions plumes (while higher in concentration) are distributed over disparate sources, and current measurement capabilities are often insufficient to verify offsetting activities. 

A technology that can effectively remove methane from atmospheric or emissions-plume air must therefore be implementable at low concentrations, across multiple sources, and must be verifiable. If these requirements can be met, the resulting technology would transform our ability to remove methane from air, and by extension our ability to limit further temperature rise related to methane.

Our Approach

Using DSV’s unique scoping methodology, we have begun to systematically map the solution space to identify technologies capable of removing methane from atmospheric or emissions-plume air. This mapping identifies the principle constraints holding back current approaches to methane - concentration, diverse sources, and verification - and, through first-principles thinking, converts these constraints into spaces for radical new innovation.

Requirements

Who Should Apply

Most suitable candidates will likely meet most of the following criteria:

• PhD or equivalent industry R&D know-how focused on: inorganic/physical chemistry; physics; environmental, chemical or mechanical engineering; materials science; atmospheric (geo)chemistry; or similar;
• Broad understanding of current approaches and state-of-the-art (SOTA) technologies, and constraints relevant for this opportunity area;
• Previously led or managed commercial delivery of an innovative biotech, engineering, industrial, or hardware technology venture with broad understanding of technical product development and R&D commercialisation;
• Industry-specific know-how and commercial knowledge (e.g. forming strategic partnerships, industrial value chains, procurement, etc.) relevant for this opportunity area;
• Experience in startup ecosystems and fundraising (via venture capital, private equity, grants or funds);
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to translate scientific discoveries into commercial opportunities, ideally with experience conducting techno-economic analyses and market assessments;
• Experience of working in a leadership role, applying project management and collaborative skills with colleagues across different teams.

Benefits

Our Offer

By joining DSV, you will be part of a team of operators who have founded companies and led the translation of science at some of the most respected universities, charities, funds, and government agencies. Here’s what we offer:

• Access to optimised, purpose-built, proprietary tools, resources, and processes to help create high-impact ventures from scratch;
• Opportunity area-specific know-how from our network of Partners and Advisors;
• Up to £250k in investment to incorporate the new venture and develop early proof-of-concept data;
• Guaranteed income of £4,166 per month paid as a consultancy fee until the company is launched and the pre-seed investment is secured;
• Majority equity stake in the new company for you and your co-founders;
• Continuous post-spinout support, including fundraising, commercial partnerships, recruitment, and team-building;
• Collaborative support from dozens of Founders currently at DSV across sectors.

About DSV

Deep Science Ventures is creating a future in which both humans and the planet can thrive.

We use our unique venture creation process to create, spin-out and invest into science companies, combining available scientific knowledge and founder-type scientists into high-impact ventures.

We operate in 4 sectors: Pharmaceuticals, Climate, Agriculture and Computation, tackling the challenges defining those areas by taking a first principles approach and partnering with leading institutions.

This opportunity is funded by the Grantham Foundation, a 501(c)(3) private foundation whose mission is to protect and conserve the natural environment. The Grantham Foundation communicates the risks of climate change and environmental degradation, builds collaboration and alliances between like-minded groups and individuals, and invests in philanthropic and entrepreneurial missions to create new climate solutions.

Rapid Resourcing Ltd are an independent Recruitment Agency looking to expand our current client base.

Hours of work Monday - Friday 08:00-17:00

The role will involve generating new client leads from various sources , including cold calling and door to door sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy Development:

  Create and implement business plans, sales strategies, and growth initiatives to expand the company's customer base and market share.

• Client & Partner Relationship Management:

  Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with new and existing clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.

• Sales and Pitching:

  Proactively identify potential leads, present company products and services, and create compelling proposals to meet prospective clients' needs.

• Negotiation and Closing Deals:

  Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements to secure new business and achieve revenue targets.

• Identify Growth Opportunities:

  Conduct market research to find new business areas, customer needs, and strategic partnerships.

Skills required are

• Previous sales experience

• Strategic thinking and analytical abilities.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Advantage would be experience in the Industrial Recruitment sector

At Blue Arrow, we're redefining the world of recruitment. We don't simply hire recruitment consultants, we invest in Recruitment Superheroes with a passion for people and purpose and ambitions of progression, rewards and so much more.

We have been named as a Financial Times Diversity Leader, awarded Best Companies three-star rating, the highest possible level representing organisations that excel at world class levels of workplace engagement, and we continue to be an Investors in People Platinum employer - the highest accolade that can be achieved. Making Blue Arrow a truly great place to work.

At Blue Arrow, we genuinely care about creating a diverse and inclusive team, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because we know it makes us a stronger, better business. We are searching for people that share our excitement and passion for what we do, and we will continue to grow our #OneBlueFamily with brilliant people from all different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, celebrating our differences and knowing that collectively we make the difference.

We're a team of high-achievers we're also parents, mentors, gym-goers, animal-lovers, bakers, music-lovers and so much more. We're Blue Arrow, and we're dedicated to Enhancing Your Everyday with our people-first priorities, Progression, Purpose, Teamwork, Rewards and Performance.

Sounds like something you'd like to be part of, have a passion for sales and ready for your next career move ?

Join our #OneBlueFamily Newbury branch team as a Senior Recruitment Consultant (Executive or Principle) with a focus on business development growing a desk supplying permanent and temporary staff to clients across all sectors.

You will be supported by our advanced technology systems, and we embrace hybrid working offering our people the flexibility to work from home for a proportion of their week. We are also committed to maximising wellbeing which is why we have a dedicated Out of Hours service that can support our Operational teams when it's time to relax.

Some of your day-to-day responsibilities as a Recruitment Consultant will include:

• Growing business opportunities with existing and new clients
• Identifying sales leads and making business to business outbound sales calls to bring in new roles and bookings
• Developing client and candidate relationships
• Sales and marketing activities, working to targets
• Travelling to visit clients for meetings so you will ideally need to be a driver and have access to your own car
• Sourcing and recruiting staff for permanent vacancies and bookings
• Negotiating, offering solutions and overcoming objections

Blue Arrow is a leading global Talent Acquisition and Managed Workforce Solutions provider. Blue Arrow specialises in staffing for Admin & Secretarial including Call Centre, Transport & Logistics, Hospitality & Catering, Manufacturing & Production and Public Sector.

Some of the Benefits, Training and Development we offer:

• Hybrid working in the Newbury office and from home

• Salary basic up to 33k basic + uncapped bonus

• Performance based quarterly salary reviews and clear career path
• Dedicated structured support for new starters, including performance and development support, goal setting and advice on navigating your way through your new job
• 25 days holiday (plus public holidays) increasing by length of service until it reaches 30 days
• Focused wellbeing programme, including access to a network of mental health first aiders and a full subscription to the Calm mindfulness app
• Your Birthday off and you can buy extra holidays
• Fully paid day off for charity work of your choice
• Wide range of flexible and lifestyle benefits
• Long service and recognition awards
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to enjoy trips for Gold Award Winners
• Very experienced Branch Manager and team of colleagues

Proud to be an inclusive and equitable employer:

We are committed to being a Disability Confident Employer. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from candidates with a disability and commit to interview these candidates if their application meets the minimum criteria for the role - just tell us when applying.

We are also a forces-friendly employer and extend the same interview guarantee to any current reservists, ex-armed forces personnel or forces spouses/partners applying.

To ensure you have the best experience with us, please let us know if we can make any adjustments to our application or interview process and feel free to note in your application which pronouns you use.

We consider ourselves to be an equitable employer which celebrates diversity and encourages inclusion. Our ongoing commitments to Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion means we recognise candidates may want to anonymise their cv during the application process, if you wish to do this, you are welcome to do so.

RSS Global is a portfolio of brands specialising in staffing and workforce solutions in the UK, Ireland and Asia Pacific. Our brands include Blue Arrow, Chadwick Nott, Global Medics, Litmus, Medacs Healthcare, Tate and The Recruitment Co.

Please see our privacy notice and note all data processing will be in line with our privacy notice that you can view by clicking here (url removed)>

• Identify and engage new business opportunities
• Create and deliver digital marketing campaigns
• Manage CRM and lead tracking
• Support client retention and upselling
• Represent the firm at events and networking sessions

• Experience in business development or marketing (professional services a plus)
• Strong research, content creation, and digital skills
• Confident communicator with a commercial mindset
• Results-driven, hands-on, and great with people

At Blue Arrow, we're redefining the world of recruitment. We don't simply hire recruitment consultants, we invest in Recruitment Superheroes with a passion for people and purpose and ambitions of progression, rewards and so much more.

We have been named as a Financial Times Diversity Leader, awarded Best Companies three-star rating, the highest possible level representing organisations that excel at world class levels of workplace engagement, and we continue to be an Investors in People Platinum employer - the highest accolade that can be achieved. Making Blue Arrow a truly great place to work.

At Blue Arrow, we genuinely care about creating a diverse and inclusive team, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because we know it makes us a stronger, better business. We are searching for people that share our excitement and passion for what we do, and we will continue to grow our #OneBlueFamily with brilliant people from all different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, celebrating our differences and knowing that collectively we make the difference.

We're a team of high-achievers we're also parents, mentors, gym-goers, animal-lovers, bakers, music-lovers and so much more. We're Blue Arrow, and we're dedicated to Enhancing Your Everyday with our people-first priorities, Progression, Purpose, Teamwork, Rewards and Performance.

Sounds like something you'd like to be part of, have a passion for sales and ready for your next career move ?

Join our #OneBlueFamily Newbury branch team as a Senior Recruitment Consultant (Executive or Principle) with a focus on business development growing a desk supplying permanent and temporary staff to clients across all sectors.

You will be supported by our advanced technology systems, and we embrace hybrid working offering our people the flexibility to work from home for a proportion of their week. We are also committed to maximising wellbeing which is why we have a dedicated Out of Hours service that can support our Operational teams when it's time to relax.

Some of your day-to-day responsibilities as a Recruitment Consultant will include:

• Growing business opportunities with existing and new clients
• Identifying sales leads and making business to business outbound sales calls to bring in new roles and bookings
• Developing client and candidate relationships
• Sales and marketing activities, working to targets
• Travelling to visit clients for meetings so you will ideally need to be a driver and have access to your own car
• Sourcing and recruiting staff for permanent vacancies and bookings
• Negotiating, offering solutions and overcoming objections

Blue Arrow is a leading global Talent Acquisition and Managed Workforce Solutions provider. Blue Arrow specialises in staffing for Admin & Secretarial including Call Centre, Transport & Logistics, Hospitality & Catering, Manufacturing & Production and Public Sector.

Some of the Benefits, Training and Development we offer:

• Hybrid working in the Newbury office and from home

• Salary basic up to 33k basic + uncapped bonus

• Performance based quarterly salary reviews and clear career path
• Dedicated structured support for new starters, including performance and development support, goal setting and advice on navigating your way through your new job
• 25 days holiday (plus public holidays) increasing by length of service until it reaches 30 days
• Focused wellbeing programme, including access to a network of mental health first aiders and a full subscription to the Calm mindfulness app
• Your Birthday off and you can buy extra holidays
• Fully paid day off for charity work of your choice
• Wide range of flexible and lifestyle benefits
• Long service and recognition awards
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to enjoy trips for Gold Award Winners
• Very experienced Branch Manager and team of colleagues

Proud to be an inclusive and equitable employer:

We are committed to being a Disability Confident Employer. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from candidates with a disability and commit to interview these candidates if their application meets the minimum criteria for the role - just tell us when applying.

We are also a forces-friendly employer and extend the same interview guarantee to any current reservists, ex-armed forces personnel or forces spouses/partners applying.

To ensure you have the best experience with us, please let us know if we can make any adjustments to our application or interview process and feel free to note in your application which pronouns you use.

We consider ourselves to be an equitable employer which celebrates diversity and encourages inclusion. Our ongoing commitments to Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion means we recognise candidates may want to anonymise their cv during the application process, if you wish to do this, you are welcome to do so.

RSS Global is a portfolio of brands specialising in staffing and workforce solutions in the UK, Ireland and Asia Pacific. Our brands include Blue Arrow, Chadwick Nott, Global Medics, Litmus, Medacs Healthcare, Tate and The Recruitment Co.

Please see our privacy notice and note all data processing will be in line with our privacy notice that you can view by clicking here (url removed)>

• Identify and engage new business opportunities
• Create and deliver digital marketing campaigns
• Manage CRM and lead tracking
• Support client retention and upselling
• Represent the firm at events and networking sessions

• Experience in business development or marketing (professional services a plus)
• Strong research, content creation, and digital skills
• Confident communicator with a commercial mindset
• Results-driven, hands-on, and great with people