Job description
Sustainability Director
Stoke or Milton Keynes (2-3 days in-office hybrid working)
Excellent package including bonus scheme, company car or allowance, 25 days holiday + BH, and generous pension
Are you a strategic sustainability leader ready to shape the future of an organisation with strong values and a national footprint? We're seeking a Sustainability Director to spearhead an ambitious ESG and sustainability agenda, driving positive impact across environmental, social, and commercial performance.
About the Role:
Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll lead the sustainability function, embedding sustainable practices across all business operations. You'll shape long-term strategy, influence Board and SLT decisions, ensure compliance with evolving regulations (CSRD, ISO, SBTi), and champion initiatives that drive measurable impact in carbon reduction, social value, stakeholder engagement, and responsible procurement.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the company's sustainability strategy and ESG policies
Drive alignment with international frameworks such as CSRD, TCFD, and GRI
Lead stakeholder engagement across internal teams, clients, regulators, and communities
Monitor sustainability KPIs and reporting, including risk management and disclosure
Champion social value and community impact initiatives
Support commercial strategy through sustainability-driven innovation
About You:
Significant experience in leading sustainability or ESG strategies at a senior level
Strong working knowledge of relevant standards (e.g. ISO 14001, 50001, PAS 2080)
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at Board level
Background in infrastructure, engineering, public services, or similar sectors preferred
Degree in sustainability, environmental science, business, or related discipline
Professional memberships (e.g. IEMA) are desirable
Why Join?
This is a high-impact leadership role with the opportunity to shape sustainability across major UK operations. You'll work alongside passionate leaders who are committed to responsible growth and innovation, with the flexibility and autonomy to make a lasting difference.
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Contact Sean at satkinson@allen-york.com for a confidential chat.
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About us:
Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all. Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. Let's help build a better world, together.
