The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), an institute of the Natural Environment Research Council (UKRI-NERC), delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the polar regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Our vision is to be a world-leading centre for polar science and operations, addressing issues of global importance and helping society adapt to a changing world. This is an exciting and transformative time to join BAS. As we navigate unprecedented changes in climate, biodiversity, and natural resources, your leadership as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be pivotal to steer our scientific endeavours and amplify their impact on a global scale. The COO at BAS is a role of profound responsibility and opportunity, providing a significant role within our Executive Leadership Team. The COO will lead and transform BAS's strategic leadership across core functions including Transformation and Strategy, IT and Cybersecurity, Finance, HR, Health & Safety, Risk and Assurance, and the Environment Office. Working in close partnership with NERC, UKRI and government stakeholders, the role requires an excellent communicator who inspires confidence and has the ability to proactively engage at the interface of professional, academic and government communities. As COO, you will play a critical enabling role in BAS to deliver our Strategy 2024-2034, designed to address the accelerating pace of environmental change and urgent need to understand and mitigate the major changes occurring in the polar regions and their global repercussions. We are seeking an exceptional leader with a proven track record of driving large-scale organisational and system change to be responsible for strengthening our operational resilience, accelerating digital transformation, embedding sustainability, and nurturing a culture of safety, inclusion and excellence. Your role as Chief Operating Officer is integral to this ambitious vision and your leadership will drive forward BAS's mission to deliver impactful science and contribute to a sustainable future for our planet. For details of the appointment, including further information about the job description, person specification and how to apply, please visit https://PLusPortal.PerrettLaver.com quoting reference 8034. For more information please visit: Perrett Laver - Leading Global Executive Search Firm For informal inquiries please contact Devin Dattan on devin.dattan@perrettlaver.com. The deadline for applications is 9am GMT on Monday 10th November .