25 Sustainability Lead jobs in the United Kingdom
Sustainability Lead
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We’re partnering with a fast-growing, forward-thinking contractor that delivers high-tech facilities across manufacturing, logistics, life sciences, and data centre sectors. As their Sustainability Lead , you’ll play a pivotal role in embedding ESG into every phase of project delivery - from the ground up.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-starter who’s ready to own their agenda, influence at all levels, and leave a lasting legacy on the built environment.
Where You’ll Make an Impact:
- Lead from the front – Act as the go-to sustainability expert across two major projects in Enfield, London and Saunderton, Buckinghamshire, ensuring best-in-class environmental performance.
- Drive project certifications – Own BREEAM, LEED and other accreditations with clients and consultants, keeping everyone aligned and accountable.
- Shape strategy – Embed the wider ESG strategy into live project delivery, pushing forward key goals around carbon, compliance, and culture.
- Train and influence – Build capability across teams through tailored sustainability training and impactful reporting.
- Raise the bar – Regularly visit sites to champion environmental compliance and identify new opportunities for sustainable innovation.
What You Bring:
- A track record supporting sustainability in construction projects – with a passion for pushing boundaries, not ticking boxes.
- Confident leading conversations on environmental compliance, certification, and planning conditions.
- Experienced with tools like BREEAM, LEED or carbon/impact assessments.
- A natural communicator – clear, credible, and able to inspire change across technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proactive and autonomous – you’re a doer, someone who thrives on making things happen and taking ownership.
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Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
Posted 3 days ago
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- Developing and implementing a comprehensive CSR strategy aligned with the organisation's mission and values.
- Identifying and managing key CSR initiatives, including environmental sustainability, ethical sourcing, and community engagement programs.
- Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employees, local communities, charities, and government bodies.
- Managing the organisation's environmental impact reduction efforts.
- Organising employee volunteering programs and charitable giving campaigns.
- Developing and producing the annual CSR/Sustainability Report, ensuring transparency and accuracy.
- Monitoring CSR performance and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Staying informed about current CSR trends, regulations, and best practices.
- Representing the organisation at CSR-related events and conferences.
- Providing training and awareness sessions to employees on CSR topics.
Qualifications and Skills:
- A degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Corporate Social Responsibility, Sustainability, or a related field.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful CSR programs.
- Strong understanding of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles.
- Excellent project management, organisational, and analytical skills.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement and management.
- Proficiency in reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB) is desirable.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, managing both in-office and remote responsibilities.
- A genuine passion for social and environmental impact.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated professional to lead impactful CSR initiatives, drive positive change, and contribute to the sustainable future of the organisation and the wider community.
Head of Corporate Social Responsibility
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive CSR strategy that enhances the organization's social and environmental impact.
- Identify and foster strategic partnerships with corporate entities, foundations, and community organizations to support CSR initiatives.
- Oversee the implementation of key CSR programs, including ethical sourcing, environmental sustainability, community engagement, and employee volunteerism.
- Measure, track, and report on the impact and effectiveness of CSR initiatives, preparing compelling reports for leadership and external stakeholders.
- Engage and collaborate with internal departments to embed CSR principles across all organizational functions.
- Stay abreast of emerging CSR trends, best practices, and regulatory developments globally.
- Develop compelling communication strategies to promote the organization's CSR efforts and achievements.
- Manage the CSR budget effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to the CSR team and champion a culture of social responsibility throughout the organization.
- Represent the organization in relevant CSR forums, conferences, and stakeholder dialogues.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Sustainability, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in CSR, sustainability, or corporate philanthropy roles.
- Proven track record in developing and implementing successful CSR strategies and programs.
- Exceptional understanding of sustainability frameworks, ethical business practices, and social impact measurement.
- Strong strategic planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders at all levels.
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects and cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in CSR reporting standards (e.g., GRI, SASB) is highly desirable.
- Experience working with non-profit organizations or in a socially focused enterprise is a plus.
- This role is primarily remote, allowing for flexible working arrangements, with occasional requirements for on-site presence in London for key meetings and events.
Head of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Posted 2 days ago
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Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and executing a comprehensive CSR strategy aligned with organisational goals and values.
- Identifying and prioritising key CSR focus areas, including environmental sustainability, social impact, ethical governance, and employee well-being.
- Establishing clear KPIs and metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of CSR initiatives.
- Overseeing the creation of annual CSR reports and other communications to stakeholders, including investors, employees, and the public.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with external stakeholders, including NGOs, community partners, and government bodies.
- Leading cross-functional teams to implement CSR projects and initiatives across different departments.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant environmental, social, and governance (ESG) regulations and standards.
- Promoting a culture of sustainability and ethical responsibility throughout the organisation.
- Managing the CSR budget and allocating resources effectively.
- Staying informed about emerging trends, best practices, and challenges in CSR and sustainability.
- Advising senior leadership on CSR-related risks and opportunities.
- Developing employee engagement programs related to CSR activities.
- Representing the organisation at relevant conferences and forums.
- Conducting due diligence on supply chain sustainability practices.
The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a related field. A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in CSR, sustainability, or a related field, with demonstrable experience in developing and implementing successful CSR strategies, is required. Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, impact measurement, and reporting is essential. Strong understanding of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks and reporting standards is crucial. Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills are paramount. This hybrid role requires a candidate who can effectively balance remote work with on-site strategic planning and team collaboration. Experience within the non-profit or charity sector would be advantageous. Our client is dedicated to making a positive difference and offers a stimulating environment where you can drive meaningful change and advance your career in the field of corporate responsibility.
Manager Corporate Responsibility EMEA
Posted 14 days ago
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**Job Summary**
This role is responsible for leading and delivering the following activities across both corporate and hotel/ franchisee level at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (WHR) EMEA:
All Sustainability & Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) activities for EMEA, as set out by the regional ESG strategy document including but not limited to:
+ Ownership and growth of the Wyndham Green programme for EMEA including programme updates in line with changes to environmental sustainability requirements in the hospitality sector
+ Design and roll out of a target based and data driven Social & Governance strategy for EMEA, using existing structures where appropriate but designing new process and policy where needed
+ Act as the ESG expert for the region ensuring that PR messaging is consistent and optimised so that WHR is seen as a proactive ESG industry leader
The role holder has responsibility for developing and delivering the ESG Strategy, Policy, Metrics for WHR EMEA having first obtained the necessary approvals for ESG objectives. They will not only need to provide thought leadership but also have the resilience and independence to present and argue the case for divisional strategic objectives to both the EMEA and Global Committees.
They are required to work with several key internal and external stakeholders across across the EMEA Division, International Divisions and the WHR US Corporate office to assist in goal setting and achieving progress against key WHR objectives.
They will be based in London reporting directly to the Chief People & Operations Officer EMEA and will develop ESG and Sustainability programmes that add value to WHR franchisees, assist WHR with achieving brand objectives and drive revenue for the organisation.
Successful candidates will need to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK.
**Responsibilities**
**Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)**
The role holder is required to support diverse teams of people driving the inclusion of EMEA ESG Strategy objectives into all departmental objectives. This includes:
1. Develop, deploy and manage the WHR EMEA Division ESG Strategy, Policy and Reporting across 3 main areas and in partnership with key SME / functional leaders e.g. HR, L&D, AD&C, Sourcing, Operations & Legal:
**Environmental**
+ Energy and CO2 management
+ Waste and water management
+ Biodiversity awareness
+ Single-use plastic elimination
+ Data, metrics and reporting
**Social**
+ Community engagement
+ DE&I initiatives
+ Human rights awareness
+ WeCom activities
+ Data, metrics and reporting
**Governance**
+ EMEA policy awareness
+ Supplier code of conduct
+ Ethical standards compliance
+ Enterprise risk management
+ Data metrics and reporting
2. Produce a convincing and regularly reviewed business case for the programme across EMEA and deliver regular reporting that measures progress against objectives.
3. Provide data and analytics, collecting and reviewing ESG data within EMEA, with responsibility for ensuring this is reported into the WHR US Corporate office as required.
4. Develop, report on and drive improvement in an agreed set of key performance indicators relating to ESG and build stakeholder engagement.
5. Partner with business leaders across the EMEA business to drive programmes to improve ESG performance.
6. Participate in any ESG Steering Committee meetings as the EMEA Subject Matter Expert.
7. Develop and manage all educational resources to support ESG programmes as needed (budget, external support, internal teams, etc.).
**Sustainability**
1. Develop, report on and drive improvement in an agreed set of key performance indicators relating to Sustainability and build internal/ external stakeholder engagement.
2. Act as subject matter expert - creating reports, providing content for press releases, communications and presentations for the EMEA leadership as required, relating to Sustainability.
3. Partner with business leaders across the EMEA business to drive programmes to improve Wyndham Green performance.
4. Work with external strategic partners such as the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance as well as others to ensure WHR policies and programmes take into account latest developments.
5. Monitor global regulations, their impact and application on WHR operations within the Division.
**Complexity/ Scope**
+ The role holder needs to work semi-autonomously and make recommendations/ present progress reports to the WHR leadership.
+ They will have significant responsibility for representing WHR to a wide base of external stakeholders and industry bodies.
+ They will have constant contact with key WHR brand and operations business unit leaders, their support staff, and supplier representatives on an ongoing basis.
**Competencies/ Behaviours**
+ Demonstrates the highest level of integrity and professionalism and is viewed by internal and external stakeholders as credible and trustworthy.
+ Builds strong and collaborative relationships/ networks with stakeholders.
+ Ability to influence and work confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
+ Self-motivated, proactive, accountable and results-focused and can be relied to work on their own initiative.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication and a high level of presentation skills.
+ Strong and proven organisational skills with ability to handle multiple projects and complex data in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
**Knowledge/ Skills**
+ Educated to degree level or relevant certifications (e.g., GRI Certified Sustainability Professional), and experience in specific industry ESG issues.
+ Significant ESG experience from a large blue chip/ corporate.
+ Advanced project management skills, working with internal and external stakeholders.
+ Advanced Microsoft understanding (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, PowerBI).
**Organisational Relationships**
+ The role reports into the Chief People & Operations Officer EMEA.
+ The role has no direct reports however will work with team members within the EMEA functional teams and on occasion with the global Corporate Responsibility teams.
**COMPANY OVERVIEW:**
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is the world's largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties with approximately 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through our network of approximately 872,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the hospitality industry. Headquartered in Parsippany, N.J. with offices around the world in London, Shanghai, Buenos Aires, Dubai and more, Wyndham employs more than 2,000 corporate team members worldwide who are dedicated to the Company's mission of making hotel travel possible for all. Supporting thousands of franchisees and a growing global portfolio of 24 hotel brands-think household names like Wyndham, La Quinta, Ramada, Days Inn and Super 8-Wyndham team members are a widespread group of individuals with diverse interests and backgrounds. Our unique Count on Me culture, commitment to flexibility and core values of Integrity, Accountability, Inclusivity, Caring and Fun are just part of what continues to make Wyndham an award-winning best place to work.
**Job Location:** WHG United Kingdom, 4th Floor, 3 Shortlands, Hammersmith, London W6 8DA
Employment Status: Full-time
**Employment Disclaimer**
In some locations around the world, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts manages hotel properties on behalf of a third party owner. At many of those properties, the Hotel owner is the actual employer, and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts performs recruiting and hiring functions on behalf of the owner. I understand and agree that, by applying through this site, I may be applying for a position with a company other than Wyndham Hotels & Resorts where Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is serving only as the recruiter and will not be my actual employer.
Sustainability Lead
Posted 15 days ago
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Job Title: Sustainability Lead - Highways Infrastructure
Location: Essex
Salary: £50,000-£59,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Overview:
We are working with a leading national infrastructure contractor seeking an experienced Sustainability Lead to drive forward its sustainability strategy across major highways and civil engineering projects.
This is a high-impact role for someone passionate about sustainable development, net zero, and environmental performance in infrastructure delivery. You'll lead the implementation of sustainability goals across regional highways frameworks and work collaboratively with operational, commercial, and design teams to embed best practices across the full project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
·Lead the development and delivery of sustainability strategies and action plans across highways contracts
·Travel is required
·Drive carbon reduction initiatives in line with Net Zero and client targets
·Identify and implement sustainable materials, innovations, and construction practices
·Support teams in measuring and reporting environmental performance (e.g. carbon, waste, energy, water)
·Ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability regulations, client frameworks, and ISO standards
·Engage with clients, supply chain, and internal teams to promote a culture of sustainability
·Contribute to stakeholder engagement, social value initiatives, and environmental reporting
·Support tender submissions and business development activities from a sustainability perspective
Key Requirements:
·Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering or related field
·Demonstrated experience delivering sustainability strategy in infrastructure or construction projects
·Strong understanding of highways, civil engineering or infrastructure delivery models
·Knowledge of carbon accounting tools, BREEAM, PAS2080, and/or ISO 14001
·Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
·Ability to influence and guide multi-disciplinary teams across project stages
·Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required
What's on Offer:
·A senior leadership role with real influence on sustainable delivery in UK infrastructure
·Competitive salary + company car/allowance
·28 days holiday + bank holidays
·Enhanced pension and benefits package
·Career progression opportunities within a growing sustainability and environment team
·Supportive, people-first culture with a strong focus on innovation and inclusion
If you meet the technical requirements but the salary, location, or seniority level does not fully align with your expectations, we still encourage you to apply. We frequently recruit for similar roles across the UK at various levels.
Even if you are currently content in your role, we welcome discussions with Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals for potential future opportunities. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, with over 100 years of combined experience in this market.
For more information, please contact Amy Maxwell at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or submit your CV to (url removed).
By applying for this position, you agree that Carrington West may hold and process your personal data per our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared only with third-party clients relevant to roles you apply for. If you wish to withdraw consent at any stage, please contact us.
Sustainability Lead
Posted 15 days ago
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Job Title: Sustainability Lead - Highways Infrastructure
Location: Essex
Salary: £50,000-£59,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Overview:
We are working with a leading national infrastructure contractor seeking an experienced Sustainability Lead to drive forward its sustainability strategy across major highways and civil engineering projects.
This is a high-impact role for someone passionate about sustainable development, net zero, and environmental performance in infrastructure delivery. You'll lead the implementation of sustainability goals across regional highways frameworks and work collaboratively with operational, commercial, and design teams to embed best practices across the full project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
·Lead the development and delivery of sustainability strategies and action plans across highways contracts
·Travel is required
·Drive carbon reduction initiatives in line with Net Zero and client targets
·Identify and implement sustainable materials, innovations, and construction practices
·Support teams in measuring and reporting environmental performance (e.g. carbon, waste, energy, water)
·Ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability regulations, client frameworks, and ISO standards
·Engage with clients, supply chain, and internal teams to promote a culture of sustainability
·Contribute to stakeholder engagement, social value initiatives, and environmental reporting
·Support tender submissions and business development activities from a sustainability perspective
Key Requirements:
·Degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering or related field
·Demonstrated experience delivering sustainability strategy in infrastructure or construction projects
·Strong understanding of highways, civil engineering or infrastructure delivery models
·Knowledge of carbon accounting tools, BREEAM, PAS2080, and/or ISO 14001
·Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
·Ability to influence and guide multi-disciplinary teams across project stages
·Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required
What's on Offer:
·A senior leadership role with real influence on sustainable delivery in UK infrastructure
·Competitive salary + company car/allowance
·28 days holiday + bank holidays
·Enhanced pension and benefits package
·Career progression opportunities within a growing sustainability and environment team
·Supportive, people-first culture with a strong focus on innovation and inclusion
If you meet the technical requirements but the salary, location, or seniority level does not fully align with your expectations, we still encourage you to apply. We frequently recruit for similar roles across the UK at various levels.
Even if you are currently content in your role, we welcome discussions with Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals for potential future opportunities. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, with over 100 years of combined experience in this market.
For more information, please contact Amy Maxwell at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or submit your CV to (url removed).
By applying for this position, you agree that Carrington West may hold and process your personal data per our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared only with third-party clients relevant to roles you apply for. If you wish to withdraw consent at any stage, please contact us.
Sustainability Lead
Posted 1 day ago
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We’re on a mission to make money work for everyone. We’re moving away from traditional banking and, with our products and services, aim to solve problems and change lives. An exciting role has opened up in our Legal & Board Governance Collective for a senior sustainability lead with a proven track record in shaping and delivering complex sustainability initiatives. In particular, we are looking for proven experience in assessing and implementing decarbonisation strategies aligned to company goals. This role is crucial in embedding our sustainability commitments into our corporate strategy and daily operation.nIn this role, you will report to the Director of Sustainability, work with a variety of stakeholders across the business, and deploy program management capabilities with deep ESG expertise to drive tangible business and environmental outcomes. The role requires working with evolving information in a fast-paced organisation and synthesising large volumes of data into actionable plans aligned with Monzo’s goals.
Responsibilities
Strategic development:
contribute to the evolution of Monzo’s long-term sustainability strategy, identifying risks, opportunities, and best practices to keep us at the forefront of the sector.
Operationalise our climate strategy:
own the climate strategy, leading end-to-end decarbonisation delivery, including renewable energy procurement, supplier engagement, tracking performance against targets, and meeting public climate commitments.
Regulatory expertise:
act as an internal expert on evolving environmental and climate-related regulations (e.g., TCFD, CSRD) to ensure compliance and strategic alignment.
Business case creation:
develop compelling business cases for sustainability initiatives, articulating ROI, risk mitigation, and brand value to secure investment and stakeholder buy-in.
Performance & reporting:
devise and track key metrics, prepare reports and presentations for senior stakeholders, including the Board, to support strategic decision-making.
Cross-functional leadership:
collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Product, Finance, Marketing, People) to embed sustainability principles into workstreams and decision-making.
Stakeholder management:
manage relationships with external partners to advance the sustainability agenda.
Qualifications
Proven leader in climate strategy and delivery , with extensive experience developing decarbonisation roadmaps (including Scope 3 accounting and Science Based Targets) and delivering data-driven projects.
Deep subject matter expertise
in ESG topics, with a focus on environmental sustainability (e.g., carbon accounting, reporting frameworks, renewable energy).
Commercial acumen
with experience building business cases and linking sustainability outcomes to financial performance and corporate strategy.
Exceptional communication
skills to articulate complex sustainability issues to diverse audiences, including board members.
Strategic & proactive mindset
with the ability to identify problems, take initiative, and implement improvements in a fast-paced environment.
Influencing skills
with a track record of engaging across levels to drive change and embed practices.
8+ years
of relevant work experience in complex organisations with a proven track record of driving outcomes.
Personal Attributes
Strategic thinker
with a pragmatic, results-oriented approach
Deep-seated passion
for creating positive environmental and social impact
Resilient and tenacious , with the ability to inspire and energise others
High agency and ownership , taking accountability for outcomes
Curious
and committed to continuous learning in a fast-evolving field
Flair for influencing
to engage a wide range of stakeholders
What’s in it for younThis role can be based in our London office, but we’re open to distributed working within the UK with ad hoc meetings in London. We offer flexible working hours and expect you to work the hours needed to do your job well, at times that suit you and your team.
£1,000 learning budget each year for books, courses and conferences. We provide Macbooks and support for home-working setups for remote employees.
Application journey
Call with Recruiter
Initial Call with Hiring Manager
Loop interviews
Behavioural interview
Role Specific interview
Leadership interview
This process typically takes 2-3 weeks; we aim to be as flexible as possible.
Guidance and contactsnWe have guidelines on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in applications and interviews. You can read them here.
You’ll hear from us throughout the process. For questions or reasonable adjustments due to disability, neurodiversity, or other needs, please contact
Equal opportunitiesnMonzo is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants without regard to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, disability, or neurodiversity.
Identity surveynOur goal is to make Monzo work for everyone. Participation in the demographic survey is voluntary and anonymous to Monzo. It helps us understand progress through the hiring process and improve inclusivity. Providing responses is optional; you can opt to not answer any question.
If you would like to, you may share your preferred pronouns and how your name is pronounced.
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Sustainability Lead
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We’re on a mission to make money work for everyone. We’re moving away from traditional banking and, with our products and services, aim to solve problems and change lives. An exciting role has opened up in our Legal & Board Governance Collective for a senior sustainability lead with a proven track record in shaping and delivering complex sustainability initiatives. In particular, we are looking for proven experience in assessing and implementing decarbonisation strategies aligned to company goals. This role is crucial in embedding our sustainability commitments into our corporate strategy and daily operation.nIn this role, you will report to the Director of Sustainability, work with a variety of stakeholders across the business, and deploy program management capabilities with deep ESG expertise to drive tangible business and environmental outcomes. The role requires working with evolving information in a fast-paced organisation and synthesising large volumes of data into actionable plans aligned with Monzo’s goals.
Responsibilities
Strategic development:
contribute to the evolution of Monzo’s long-term sustainability strategy, identifying risks, opportunities, and best practices to keep us at the forefront of the sector.
Operationalise our climate strategy:
own the climate strategy, leading end-to-end decarbonisation delivery, including renewable energy procurement, supplier engagement, tracking performance against targets, and meeting public climate commitments.
Regulatory expertise:
act as an internal expert on evolving environmental and climate-related regulations (e.g., TCFD, CSRD) to ensure compliance and strategic alignment.
Business case creation:
develop compelling business cases for sustainability initiatives, articulating ROI, risk mitigation, and brand value to secure investment and stakeholder buy-in.
Performance & reporting:
devise and track key metrics, prepare reports and presentations for senior stakeholders, including the Board, to support strategic decision-making.
Cross-functional leadership:
collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Product, Finance, Marketing, People) to embed sustainability principles into workstreams and decision-making.
Stakeholder management:
manage relationships with external partners to advance the sustainability agenda.
Qualifications
Proven leader in climate strategy and delivery , with extensive experience developing decarbonisation roadmaps (including Scope 3 accounting and Science Based Targets) and delivering data-driven projects.
Deep subject matter expertise
in ESG topics, with a focus on environmental sustainability (e.g., carbon accounting, reporting frameworks, renewable energy).
Commercial acumen
with experience building business cases and linking sustainability outcomes to financial performance and corporate strategy.
Exceptional communication
skills to articulate complex sustainability issues to diverse audiences, including board members.
Strategic & proactive mindset
with the ability to identify problems, take initiative, and implement improvements in a fast-paced environment.
Influencing skills
with a track record of engaging across levels to drive change and embed practices.
8+ years
of relevant work experience in complex organisations with a proven track record of driving outcomes.
Personal Attributes
Strategic thinker
with a pragmatic, results-oriented approach
Deep-seated passion
for creating positive environmental and social impact
Resilient and tenacious , with the ability to inspire and energise others
High agency and ownership , taking accountability for outcomes
Curious
and committed to continuous learning in a fast-evolving field
Flair for influencing
to engage a wide range of stakeholders
What’s in it for younThis role can be based in our London office, but we’re open to distributed working within the UK with ad hoc meetings in London. We offer flexible working hours and expect you to work the hours needed to do your job well, at times that suit you and your team.
£1,000 learning budget each year for books, courses and conferences. We provide Macbooks and support for home-working setups for remote employees.
Application journey
Call with Recruiter
Initial Call with Hiring Manager
Loop interviews
Behavioural interview
Role Specific interview
Leadership interview
This process typically takes 2-3 weeks; we aim to be as flexible as possible.
Guidance and contactsnWe have guidelines on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in applications and interviews. You can read them here.
You’ll hear from us throughout the process. For questions or reasonable adjustments due to disability, neurodiversity, or other needs, please contact
Equal opportunitiesnMonzo is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants without regard to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, disability, or neurodiversity.
Identity surveynOur goal is to make Monzo work for everyone. Participation in the demographic survey is voluntary and anonymous to Monzo. It helps us understand progress through the hiring process and improve inclusivity. Providing responses is optional; you can opt to not answer any question.
If you would like to, you may share your preferred pronouns and how your name is pronounced.
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Sustainability Lead
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Monzo Bank .nLondon/Cardiff/UK Remote | circa £120,000 + BenefitsnOur Sustainability team is seeking a senior sustainability lead with a proven track record in shaping and delivering complex sustainability initiatives. You will report to the Director of Sustainability and work with a variety of stakeholders across the business to embed sustainability commitments into Monzo’s corporate strategy and daily operations.nResponsibilities
Strategic development: contribute to the evolution of Monzo’s long-term sustainability strategy, identifying emerging risks, opportunities, and best practices.nOperationalise climate strategy: own end-to-end delivery of the decarbonisation plan, manage reduction projects (e.g., renewable energy procurement, supplier engagement), track performance against targets, and ensure public climate commitments are met.nRegulatory expertise: act as an internal expert on evolving environmental and climate-related regulations (e.g., TCFD, CSRD).nBusiness case creation: develop compelling business cases for sustainability initiatives, articulating ROI, risk mitigation, and brand value.nPerformance & reporting: develop and track metrics, prepare reports and presentations for senior stakeholders including the Board.nCross-functional leadership: collaborate with Product, Finance, Marketing, People and other teams to embed sustainability into their workstreams and decision-making processes.nStakeholder management: manage relationships with external partners (climate advisors, industry groups, technology providers) to advance the sustainability agenda.nWhat we’re looking for
Proven leader in climate strategy and delivery, with experience developing decarbonisation roadmaps (Scope 3 accounting, Science Based Targets) and translating them into data-driven projects.nDeep subject matter expertise in ESG topics, with a focus on environmental sustainability (carbon accounting, reporting frameworks, renewable energy).nCommercial acumen with experience building business cases and linking sustainability outcomes to financial performance and corporate strategy.nExceptional communication skills, able to articulate complex sustainability issues clearly to diverse audiences (engineers to board members).nStrategic and proactive mindset with ability to identify problems, take initiative and implement improvements in a fast-paced environment.nStrong influencing skills with a track record of driving change across an organisation.n8+ years of relevant experience in complex organisations with a proven track record of delivering outcomes.nPersonal Attributes
Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, results-oriented approachnPassion for creating positive environmental and social impactnResilient and tenacious, able to energise others through challengesnHigh agency and ownership with accountability for outcomesnCurious and committed to continuous learning in a fast-evolving fieldnAbility to influence a wide range of stakeholdersnWhat’s In It For You
Salary circa £20,000 plus share options. Flexible working is supported; role can be based in London with distributed UK working and ad hoc meetings in London. We offer flexible hours, a ,000 learning budget per year, and setup for remote work.nPlus lots more benefits. Read our full list of benefits.nApplication Journey
The application process has 3 key steps:nCall with RecruiternInitial Call with Hiring ManagernLoop interviews (Behavioural, Role Specific, Leadership)nProcess typically takes 2–3 weeks. We aim to be flexible with your schedule. If you have questions, reach out to We’re also happy to accommodate accessibility needs.nEquality & Diversity
Monzo is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity or disability. If you have a preferred name, please use it when applying.
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Environmental Sustainability Lead
Posted 15 days ago
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Job Title: Environmental Sustainability Lead - 12 Month Maternity Cover with the potential to extend.
Location: Suffolk (Hybrid working considered)
Contract Type: Inside IR35
Duration: 1 Year
Start Date: ASAP
Overview
We're seeking an experienced Environmental Sustainability Lead for a 12-month maternity cover contract on a nationally significant infrastructure project based in Suffolk. The role will be pivotal in leading the implementation of environmental sustainability and ESG commitments, covering areas such as Carbon, Water, Circular Economy, and Nature, while managing and ensuring compliance with key certifications including BREEAM Infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Lead delivery of the Environmental Sustainability Implementation Strategy across all ESG areas.
Act as subject matter expert on ESG compliance and sustainability, providing strategic and technical input to support project delivery and continuous improvement.
Maintain and oversee compliance with PAS 2080:2023 Certified Management System and relevant environmental sustainability commitments.
Drive delivery of BREEAM Infrastructure Certification (targeting "Very Good" rating).
Lead collation and reporting of ESG metrics for internal and external stakeholders including regulatory bodies and investors.
Provide assurance across the project and supply chain to ensure ESG requirements are met throughout design, procurement, and execution.
Represent the project in engagements with regulators (e.g., EA) and support audits and inspections.
Lead and develop a small team of ESG professionals.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential:
Proven experience in environmental sustainability, ESG compliance, and implementation in a UK construction or infrastructure context.
Strong working knowledge of environmental regulations, sustainability reporting, and best practice frameworks.
Demonstrated success in managing relationships with regulators, investors, and public bodies.
Degree in environmental science, sustainability, or a related field.
Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Desirable:
Experience on major infrastructure or regulated projects.
Qualified in CEEQUAL Assessments and/or member of a professional body with relevant chartership.
Familiarity with EMS systems conforming to BS EN ISO14001 standards.