Head of Climate Change & Sustainability

Southwark Council · London, England, United Kingdom

Location
London
Job Type
Salary Range (Full time equivalent) £59,526 - £74,040
Posted
July 02, 2026

Job Description

What you'll be doing

Southwark is one of London’s most diverse and ambitious boroughs, and we’re determined to lead the way in tackling the climate emergency. Our aim is to do everything we can to become carbon neutral by 2030 while adapting the borough to the impacts of a changing climate.

As our new Head of Climate Change & Sustainability, you’ll be at essential to delivering this ambition. You’ll lead a talented team and oversee delivery of our Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan, making sure climate action is at the heart of everything we do. It’s a role with real variety, from shaping policy and managing major energy contracts, to building partnership that enables change in our communities.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading Southwark’s Climate Change & Sustainability team
  • Overseeing the council’s energy contracts to secure best value and greener outcomes
  • Developing innovative projects and securing ex...
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