Description
Do you want to help build a sustainable future for east London? Well here’s an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise to the leading edge of sustainable development.
We’re looking for an experienced sustainability practitioner to join LLDC’s sustainability team. You’ll be supporting the delivery of LLDC’s Climate Action Strategy, focusing on our extensive program of development projects.
This role has a strong focus on our construction projects and requires someone who can balance the technical rigor of high-level sustainability standards with the challenges of development project delivery.
Is it for you?
This is a practical role for an exceptional communicator. We’re clear on the technical standards our developments require and are looking for someone who has demonstrable experience of applying ambitious sustainability standards to developer partnerships (developer agreements, joint ventures, etc).
You’ll work in close partnership with a range of internal and external stakeholders to positively influence LLDC’s net zero, climate resilient objectives over a critical period of the developments’ progress.
This role is on a fixed term basis for a period of 9 months, working 4 days per week; the core days for this role will be Tuesday and Wednesday with flexibility on the remaining 2 days.
How to apply
To apply for this post, please follow the application instructions within the job advertisement and ensure that you provide the information that we have requested within our online application form.
Please be aware that we DO NOT ACCEPT CVs for any vacancies within the LLDC, therefore, please fully complete the online application form.
We would also appreciate it if you would take the time to complete the Equality and Diversity Monitoring section. The information you give us will help us to refine our recruitment and employment practices and respond to the needs of the diverse range of people that our organisation comes in contact with. All details that you provide will be kept in strict confidence and will not be viewed by any member of the selection panel.
The closing date for applications is 3rd August at 11:59pm.
Interviews will be taking place Week commencing 11th August 2025, either in-person or via Microsoft Teams video call. The details of this process will be advised should you be invited to interview.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
If you would like to discuss this role further, have any questions, or would like a version of any of the application material in an alternative format, please contact the People and Organisation Development Team on recruitment@londonlegacy.co.uk.
If this all sounds good to you, we would love to hear from you!
Benefits
* The full time salary for this post is £57,075 per annum (this will be pro rated to 0.8 FTE) LLDC operates a performance-based incremental pay scale.
* The probationary period for this post is for 3 months. Upon successful completion of the probation period, confirmation of employment will be given, and the notice period will be three months.
* This is fixed term position for a period of 9 months.
* This is a part time position, working 4 days per week, please note core days for this role will be Tuesday and Wednesday.
* All employees are eligible to join our pension scheme, which is provided by the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Annual leave entitlement is 32 days per year, plus bank holidays, pro-rata for part-time employees. The LLDC leave year runs from 1st April until 31st March and the entitlement will be pro-rata from the individual’s start date.
* To align with LLDC’s objectives, we offer 3 fully compensated volunteer days (pro-rata for part-time employment) providing all staff with the opportunity to serve the community in which they live in.
* LLDC can provide employees with an interest-free loan to purchase a season ticket for travel to and from work. Loans are available for the actual cost of the ticket up to a maximum value of £5,000.
* LLDC employees are eligible for a discounted gym membership at the Copper Box Arena and free membership at the London Aquatics Centre. Employees can enjoy the use of both state-of-the-art gyms and swimming facilities for £15 per month.
* Benenden is our healthcare service, which gives employees the opportunity to obtain consultations without having to wait on NHS waiting lists.
* LLDC offers employees a loan of up to £1,000 to purchase a bike and equipment through our cycle to work partner
* Brilliant and engaged employee networks to join, including the LGBTQ+ network, Race, Culture and Equity network and Inclusive Access and Disability network.