Head of Sustainability
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Head of Sustainability
We are seeking an ambitious and forward thinking Head of Sustainability to lead and evolve our clients environmental and ethical strategy within a design led procurement business. Reporting to the Creative Director, you will oversee the Sustainability Coordinator and wider team, driving meaningful change across projects, operations, and the wider industry.
Job Details
- Employer: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Ltd
- Location: London
- Salary: Competitive
- Closing date: 23 May 2026
- Sector: Technology / Digital
- Role: Head of
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Hours: Full Time
Role Overview
This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for shaping and delivering a best in class sustainability strategy. You will ensure the business remains at the forefront of responsible FF&E procurement, embedding sustainability into every stage of the design and delivery process. Acting as the internal expert, you will guide teams and clients on environmental standards, circular design principles, sustainable materials, and compliance with certifications such as BREEAM, WELL and SKA.
You will lead and develop the sustainability team, set clear objectives, and collaborate closely with project and account teams to ensure seamless integration of sustainability across all client work. The role also involves working directly with suppliers to improve transparency, manage sustainability data, and uphold responsible sourcing standards.
Externally, you will play a key role in representing the business supporting tenders, contributing to thought leadership, and building a strong industry presence through events, training and partnerships. Internally, you will drive continuous improvement, oversee sustainability reporting, and lead key initiatives including carbon reduction and certification programmes.
Candidate Requirements
- Confident, hands on leader with at least five years' experience in sustainability, ideally within design, interiors or related industries
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong analytical thinking
- Passion for driving positive change helping shape a more sustainable future for the design industry
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Ltd
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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.