Job Summary
1. Job title: Impact and Sustainability Manager
2. Area of work: Impact and Sustainability strategy
3. Contract type: Permanent
4. Employment type: Full-time
5. Location: London
6. Working environment: Hybrid, 3 Days per week
7. Working hours: hours per week
8. Annual leave: 30 days. 5 Volunteering days
9. Pension: 10% employer contribution
10. Other benefits include: private medical insurance, flexible working hours, cycle to work scheme, and Season Ticket Loan.
11. Closing: midnight, Wednesday 3rd September
Overview/PurposeTo lead, deliver and continuously improve a programme of work thatmunicates the long-term environmental and social impact of a major infrastructure asset in London. This role will be central to shaping how the organisation demonstrates its legacy and future value across three interconnected areas:
12. Environmental Impact & Data Reporting – analysing and presenting tunnel performance data, including water quality improvements, in collaboration with research institutions and internal teams.
13. Strategic Partnerships & Responsible Business – managing and evaluating partnerships that support sustainability, social value, andmunity engagement, while identifying new opportunities for impact.
14. Sustainability Strategy & Thought Leadership – contributing to the organisation’s positioning as a responsible asset manager and leader in ESG, supporting senior stakeholders with credible insights and content for external forums and publications.
The role holder will ensure these programmes are delivered effectively, with a focus on strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement. They will work closely with cross-functional teams including finance,munications, and operations, and will be responsible for integrating ESG metrics into reporting frameworks aligned with industry standards. This is a hands-on, purpose-driven role suited to someone passionate about sustainability, public value, and infrastructure excellence.
Key Responsibilities Leadership and Strategy
15. Develop and evolve the organisation’s impact and sustainability strategy to reflect its transition from infrastructure delivery to asset management.
16. Shape andmunicate the long-term environmental and social value of the project, including its contribution to water quality, public health, and urban resilience.
17. Support the leadership team with strategic insights and data to position the organisation as a thought leader in ESG and infrastructure excellence.
18. Align sustainability and impact initiatives with broader organisational goals and stakeholder expectations.
Management and Oversight
19. Lead the reporting andmunication of tunnel performance data, including environmental metrics and partnership oues.
20. Monitor and evaluate existing partnerships, including those focused on social value,munity engagement, and responsible business practices.
21. Deliver clear, accessible reports and presentations on tunnel impact, including carbon emissions and ESG metrics.
22. Manage external contracts and partnerships, ensuring performance and value for money.
23. Collaborate with internal teams ( Finance,munications, Treasury) to support ESG reporting and sustainable finance frameworks.
Stakeholder Engagement
24. Engage with external stakeholders, including research institutions,munity groups, and industry bodies to promote the tunnel’s legacy and future value.
25. Identify and pursue opportunities for public engagement, advocacy, and strategic collaboration.
26. Proactively seek engagement opportunities.
Skills & Experience RequiredEssential
27. Proven experience in sustainability, impact management, ESG, or infrastructure-related roles.
28. Strong understanding of environmentalernance, social value, and sustainable finance.
29. Ability to interpret andmunicate technical data to diverse audiences, including water quality and carbon emission metrics.
30. Experience managing partnerships and evaluating programme oues.
31. Excellent stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking skills.
32. Strong written and verbalmunication skills, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders confidently.
Desirable
33. Knowledge of infrastructure operations and asset management.
34. Experience working with charitable organisations,munity groups, or public sector bodies.
35. Familiarity with environmental reporting frameworks and ESG standards.
36. Purpose-driven mindset with a passion for long-term impact and sustainability.
37. Collaborative and adaptable, with a hands-on approach to delivery.
38. Experience in budget management and performance oversight of external contracts.