Global Sustainability Lead - Associate Director

Job DescriptionGlobal Sustainability Lead - Associate Director Ref: 30403 LondonThe OpportunityWe are seeking someone with a passion for sustainability and social value, you will have the ambition and drive to lead the development of our sustainability strategy and to scale up the delivery of sustainability services to our clients.As part of Macro’s global FM organisation you will be our global sustainability lead, ideally based in our London hub. Over time we will build sustainability capability in our hubs in America and Middle East.Main ResponsibilitiesLeading the development of Macro’s sustainability strategy, certifications and delivery plan, reporting into the QHSEW Director.Managing the company's carbon footprint reduction programs waste management and single use plastics (SUP) initiatives.Supporting the delivery of sustainability and social value services to existing clients, delivering measurable outcomes for clients.Supporting the work winning team with sustainability work scopes and RFPs for existing and new clients.Building a team of sustainability consultants to support our growth.Enhancing Macro’s sustainability consultancy service offer and identifying and bringing new service offers and products to market.Representing the company attending internal and external events to raise the profile of Macro and our sustainability services.The ideal candidate will be:Technically strong - has technical knowledge and can demonstrate delivery of results on energy efficiency, carbon reduction and water reduction projects for existing buildings and FM services, whilst also having a good working knowledge of additional sustainability services such as social value and waste management and recycling.Creative - able to research new technologies and respond to new and changing market demands and opportunities.Engaging Communicator - articulate and open, and comfortable when representing the company with clients and external forums.Thinks Big - can view things from different perspectives, thinks strategically, simplifies concepts to solve or communicate complex problems.Drives Change - through your ability to lead others and adopt different solutions, act decisively with a passion to achieve results.Develops Others - in building a team of sustainability experts as well as upskilling and creating opportunities for colleagues, where motivational skills are essential.Collaborates - by building trusted relationships and sharing knowledge through collaboration with facility operations, projects teams and business development and central teams, where integrity is essential.Commercially Astute - able to understand commercial drivers and deliver commercial benefits for our clients.You will have hands-on experience in delivering the above and are at a point in your career where you are ready to manage a team and develop strategy, whilst still being willing to roll-up your sleeves.The ideal candidate will have the following experience:Environmental science diploma or similar.Building certifications such as LEED, BREAM, or WELL for existing buildings in operation.Certifications from IEMA, ISSP, ACCO, AEE, Carbon Trust, etc.Knowledge of certification systems such as CDP, EcoVadis, B Corp, ISO14001 or similar.Energy management, energy efficiency auditing and carbon accounting.Social value frameworks e.g. TOMS.Business development and bidding.Macro is an independent and global management-led Facility Management company operating in 40+ countries, with over 800 employees and thousands of suppliers. We manage facility services, fm24 helpdesk and FM consultancy including consultancy for HSE and sustainability within the built environment and for client's property portfolios.Macro is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria below, please apply as you may still be suitable for this role or another role within our organisation. Should you require any adjustments to assist during the application/hiring process please do make us aware.
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