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United Kingdom · Compliance, quality and safety · Director/VP (16-20 years)

Director of Sustainability & ESG

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  • Experience bandDirector/VP (16-20 years)
  • Direct reports25-100+ reports
  • Reports toChief Compliance Officer (CCO) or CEO
  • UK framework levelUsually a director, accountable for a division and its numbers

Also advertised as VP, Head of Sustainability · ESG Director · Director of Corporate Responsibility

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The qualifications matched to this job

Highfield Level 7 NVQ in Construction Senior Management (RQF) Highfield Qualifications · Level 7 · covers 2 of 20 standards
GQA Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management GQA Qualifications Limited · Level 7 · covers 1 of 20 standards
ProQual Awarding Body Level 7 Vocationally-Related Qualification in Construction Management ProQual Awarding Body · Level 7 · covers 1 of 20 standards
CMI Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership Chartered Management Institute · Level 5 · covers 2 of 20 standards

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Sustainability and environmental impact of developments in construction management Highfield Level 7 NVQ in Construction Senior Management (RQF)
Assess and evaluate the sustainability and environmental impact of developments in construction management GQA Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management
Corporate Social Responsibility as a Key Strategic Issue NOCN Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Leadership of Performance and Productivity
Manage Health and Safety in own area of responsibility CMI Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership

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  1. Sustainability and environmental impact of developments in construction management Highfield Qualifications · covers 2 of 20 standards Level 7
  2. Assess and evaluate the sustainability and environmental impact of developments in construction management GQA Qualifications Limited · covers 1 of 20 standards Level 7
  3. Corporate Social Responsibility as a Key Strategic Issue NOCN · covers 1 of 20 standards Level 7
  4. Manage Health and Safety in own area of responsibility Chartered Management Institute · covers 2 of 20 standards Level 5
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The new skills this role is being asked for

  • Climate Scenario Analysis & Resilience Planning
  • Nature-Related Financial Disclosures (TNFD)
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3What this role really is

A Director of Sustainability & ESG builds and runs a company's environmental, social and governance strategy. The work means turning strategy into practical programmes, meeting regulatory standards, and setting targets for environmental and social performance.

4What you'd actually use

The tools this job runs on, and how well you'd need to know each one.

EHS & Sustainability Data Management Platforms (e.g., Enablon, Cority, Sphera) Strategic

Leading platform selection, designing enterprise-wide data architecture, integrating with ERP systems (like SAP), and ensuring data integrity for strategic reporting and decision-making.

ESG Reporting & GRC Platforms (e.g., Workiva, OneTrust, Diligent ESG) Strategic

Owning the relationship with platform vendors, designing the overall ESG control environment, overseeing the end-to-end reporting workflow, and using the platform for board-level reporting and external assurance.

Data Analysis & Visualisation Tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel) Strategic

Defining the key ESG KPIs for the enterprise, overseeing the creation of executive-level dashboards, and using data insights to drive strategic decision-making and communicate performance to the Board.

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Software (e.g., SimaPro, GaBi) Architect

Setting the organisational LCA strategy, selecting database libraries (e.g., Ecoinvent), and using LCA insights to inform corporate strategy and sustainable product innovation.

Supply Chain Sustainability Platforms (e.g., EcoVadis, Sedex) Strategic

Designing the global sustainable procurement policy, integrating supplier ESG performance into overall sourcing decisions and contracts, and managing high-level supplier engagement.

5What you get to decide, and how that grows

Power in a job isn't your title. It's what you're allowed to decide. Here's how it grows as you move up.

The choiceComing in Where you are nowThe step above
Strategic Programme Investment (e.g., new decarbonisation tech) Identifies potential need, provides basic data for justification. Researches options, prepares initial cost-benefit analysis, recommends specific solutions. Develops business case, secures cross-functional buy-in, proposes to leadership for approval (up to £50K).
ESG Reporting Framework Adoption (e.g., move to CSRD) Assists with data collection for current framework. Understands current framework requirements, helps map data points. Leads implementation of new framework, manages data mapping, ensures compliance.
Key Personnel Hiring (e.g., new Sustainability Manager) No involvement. No involvement. Provides input on skill requirements for junior roles.

6How you'll be judged

The scoreboard, and what is not on it. The hard targets, how often each is actually looked at, and the quiet signals that never reach a dashboard.

ESG Rating Improvement
Our company's performance as assessed by leading ESG rating agencies.
Target · Improve our Sustainalytics ESG Risk Rating by 5 points annually, aiming for 'Low Risk' category, or move into the top 10% of our industry peers.

In 2024, we improved our MSCI ESG rating from BBB to A, showing tangible progress on our climate governance and labour practices.

Emissions Reduction Against SBTi
Progress towards our Science-Based Targets (SBTi) for Scope 1, 2, and 3 Greenhouse Gas emissions.
Target · Achieve a 7% year-on-year reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions, and demonstrate clear progress on Scope 3 reduction initiatives (e.g., 5% reduction in supply chain emissions).

Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 8.2% in 2023, exceeding our 7% target, mainly through renewable energy procurement and fleet electrification.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Reduction
Adherence to key global sustainability regulations and reduction in associated risks.
Target · Maintain zero significant regulatory fines or penalties related to environmental or social compliance, and reduce identified high-risk ESG areas by 15% annually.

Successfully navigated new EU CSRD reporting requirements without penalties, and reduced supply chain human rights risks by 20% through enhanced due diligence.

Sustainable Finance Integration
Embedding ESG criteria into our financial decision-making and access to green finance.
Target · Secure at least £5M in green financing or sustainability-linked loans, and integrate 3 key ESG metrics into our executive bonus scorecard within 18 months.

Successfully secured a £7M sustainability-linked loan with favourable terms, tied to our emissions reduction targets, and saw 25% of executives meet their ESG bonus targets.

Board and Investor Confidence
The level of trust and confidence the Board and investors have in our ESG strategy and disclosures.
  • Regularly invited to Board and investor calls to discuss ESG strategy, proactive engagement from key investors on sustainability topics, positive feedback from Board members on strategic presentations, strong performance during investor roadshows related to ESG.
Strategic Integration & Influence
How well sustainability is embedded into core business functions and decision-making processes.
  • ESG considerations routinely included in new product development, procurement contracts, and operational planning. Other departments proactively seek your team's input on strategic initiatives. You're seen as a trusted advisor, not just a compliance gatekeeper.
Team Leadership & Development
The effectiveness of your leadership in building a high-performing and engaged sustainability team.
  • High team retention rates, positive feedback in 360-degree reviews, successful development and promotion of team members into more senior roles, a clear succession plan for key positions, and a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team.

7Would you like it

Both sides. What people enjoy, and what grinds them down.

What people enjoy
Driving Systemic Change

You'll get a real buzz from seeing a new sustainable procurement policy actually change supplier behaviour, or watching a new energy efficiency programme reduce our carbon footprint across dozens of sites. It's about seeing your strategic vision translate into tangible, large-scale impact.

Successfully leading the implementation of a new global waste reduction programme that cuts landfill waste by 30% across all major manufacturing sites.

Shaping Corporate Strategy

You thrive on being in the room where big decisions are made, influencing the CEO and Board on how ESG factors will shape our business model for the next decade. You want your insights to directly inform M&A decisions, capital allocation, and market positioning.

Presenting to the Board on climate-related financial risks and seeing your recommendations integrated into the company's long-term investment strategy.

Building and Empowering Teams

You love mentoring and developing a high-performing team, seeing your managers and specialists grow in their expertise and impact. Your satisfaction comes from creating a culture where your team feels empowered to innovate and deliver on ambitious goals.

Guiding a manager to successfully lead a complex global reporting cycle, resulting in their promotion and increased responsibility.

What frustrates people
  • The sheer inertia of a large organisation when trying to implement new, company-wide sustainability initiatives.
  • Dealing with 'greenwashing' pressures from other departments (e.g., Marketing) wanting to overstate our ESG performance.
  • The constant battle for budget and resources against other 'urgent' business priorities, even for critical sustainability programmes.
  • The complexity of harmonising global data collection and reporting across wildly different operational contexts and regulatory environments.
  • Being held accountable for ambitious targets (e.g., emissions reductions) when you don't have direct control over the capital expenditure or operational decisions needed to achieve them.
What this role does not give you
  • A quiet, heads-down analytical role – you'll be leading, influencing, and communicating constantly.
  • A simple, straightforward path where every project goes smoothly from start to finish.
  • The ability to make unilateral decisions without significant stakeholder consultation and buy-in.
  • An environment free from intense external scrutiny from investors, media, and regulators.

8Who you work with

This role directly shapes the company's long-term resilience, market perception, and ability to attract capital. You'll be driving critical business transformation that impacts everything from product design and supply chain decisions to investor confidence and employee engagement. Your decisions will have a direct bearing on our regulatory standing, our financial performance related to ESG, and our overall corporate reputation globally.

Inside the business
  • C-Suite (CEO, CFO, COO, CHRO)
  • Board of Directors (especially Audit and ESG Committees)
  • Legal & Compliance Leadership
  • Investor Relations and Corporate Communications
  • Heads of Operations, Procurement, Product Development
Outside the business
  • Institutional Investors and ESG Rating Agencies (e.g., MSCI, Sustainalytics, CDP)
  • Regulators (e.g., DEFRA, Environment Agency, EU Commission)
  • Industry Associations and NGOs
  • Key Supply Chain Partners and Customers
  • External Auditors and Assurance Providers

9What you need before you start

Not a wish list. The things you would be expected to already have.

  • A proven track record of 15+ years in sustainability, ESG, or a related Compliance/Quality/Health/Safety leadership role within a large, complex, international organisation.
  • Demonstrable experience in setting and executing enterprise-wide sustainability strategies that have delivered measurable impact.
  • Significant experience in managing and developing large teams, including managers, across different geographies.
  • Extensive experience in engaging directly with C-suite executives, Board members, and institutional investors on ESG matters.
  • Deep understanding of global sustainability reporting frameworks, climate science, and regulatory landscapes.
  • A strong commercial acumen, able to link sustainability initiatives to business value and financial performance.

10What to practise next

Where the job is going, and what to do about it starting this week.

Advanced AI for ESG Data & Insights

AI is moving beyond basic automation. We're seeing advanced applications for predictive analytics, complex pattern recognition in vast datasets, and even generative AI for strategic narrative drafting. This will fundamentally change how we collect, analyse, and communicate ESG performance.

Predictive Modelling for ESG Risks · Natural Language Processing (NLP) for Unstructured Data · Generative AI for Strategic Communications · Ethical AI & Bias in ESG Data

  • This quarter: Attend executive briefings on the strategic applications of AI in ESG.
  • Next 6 months: Oversee a pilot project using advanced AI for predictive ESG risk analysis within your team.
  • Next 12 months: Develop a roadmap for integrating AI tools into our core ESG data management and reporting processes.
  • Ongoing: Champion AI literacy within your team, encouraging experimentation and skill development.

Quick win: Task your team to research and present on the top 3 AI tools that could revolutionise our ESG data collection or reporting within the next year.

Blockchain for Supply Chain Traceability & Transparency

As demands for supply chain transparency grow (e.g., due diligence regulations, consumer pressure), blockchain technology offers a secure, immutable way to track products, materials, and their ESG attributes from source to consumer. This can be a game-changer for verifying claims and managing risks.

Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) · Smart Contracts for ESG Compliance · Traceability & Provenance · Data Privacy & Interoperability

  • This quarter: Research current applications of blockchain in sustainable supply chains (e.g., for conflict minerals, sustainable timber).
  • Next 6 months: Engage with our procurement and IT teams to explore pilot opportunities for blockchain-enabled traceability in a high-risk supply chain.
  • Next 12 months: Develop a business case for integrating blockchain into our sustainable procurement strategy.
  • Ongoing: Stay informed on industry consortia and standards for blockchain in supply chains.

Quick win: Identify one critical raw material or product component where enhanced traceability would significantly reduce ESG risk or improve a sustainability claim.

11Staying current once you are in

What people here do to keep up
  • Regularly attend executive-level sustainability forums, conferences, and roundtables (e.g., World Economic Forum, WBCSD, GreenBiz) to stay abreast of global trends and network with peers.
  • Engage with leading academic institutions on sustainability research or participate in executive education programmes focused on ESG strategy and leadership.
  • Actively participate in relevant industry associations and working groups to influence policy and share best practices.
  • Mentor emerging talent within the sustainability field, both internally and externally, to foster leadership skills and give back to the profession.

12The rising capability

The rising capability

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Climate Scenario Analysis & Resilience Planning

With increasing physical and transition risks from climate change, investors and regulators (e.g., TCFD, CSRD) demand robust assessments of how climate scenarios impact our business model, assets, and supply chains. It's about stress-testing our future.

  • IPCC Scenarios (e.g., SSPs, RCPs)
  • Physical Risks (e.g., extreme weather, resource scarcity)
  • Transition Risks (e.g., policy, market, technology shifts)
  • Financial Impact Quantification

Nature-Related Financial Disclosures (TNFD)

Beyond climate, biodiversity loss and ecosystem degradation are becoming critical financial risks. The Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) is rapidly gaining traction, and companies will soon be expected to assess and report on their nature-related impacts, dependencies, risks, and opportunities.

  • LEAP Approach (Locate, Evaluate, Assess, Prepare)
  • Nature-Related Dependencies & Impacts
  • Biodiversity Offsets & Net Positive Impact
  • Geospatial Data & Remote Sensing

13What you’ll use

What you’ll use

Skills this role draws on

Technical

  • Sustainability Reporting Frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD, CSRD, IFRS S1/S2)
  • Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol & Carbon Accounting (SBTi)
  • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Methodology & Strategic Application
  • Materiality Assessment & ESG Risk Management
  • Environmental & Safety Management Systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
  • Sustainable Finance & Investor Relations

14The pathway

The pathway

How you actually get there, here

How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.

  1. 1

    Head of Sustainability / Senior Manager (from another large organisation)

    You'd typically spend 3-5 years in a similar senior leadership role, demonstrating success in managing complex programmes and teams.

    Skills to master

    • Strategic programme management, executive reporting, cross-functional influence, team leadership, and a deep understanding of industry-specific ESG challenges.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Successfully led a major ESG reporting cycle (e.g., CDP, annual sustainability report) end-to-end.
    • Managed a team of 10+ sustainability professionals, including their development and performance.
    • Presented strategic recommendations to a senior leadership team or board committee.
    • Successfully navigated a significant regulatory change or reputational challenge related to ESG.
  2. 2

    Consulting Partner / Principal (ESG Advisory)

    Often 5-8 years in a senior consulting role, advising multiple clients on ESG strategy, risk, and reporting.

    Skills to master

    • Client relationship management, strategic problem-solving across diverse industries, project delivery at scale, and the ability to translate complex challenges into actionable solutions for senior executives.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Led multiple high-impact ESG strategy engagements for Fortune 500 clients.
    • Developed and delivered thought leadership on emerging ESG trends.
    • Managed large project teams and significant project budgets.
    • Demonstrated ability to drive change and secure buy-in from diverse client stakeholders.
  3. 3

    Internal Promotion (from Sustainability Manager / Lead Strategist)

    Typically, 4-6 years in a Manager or Lead role within our organisation, demonstrating exceptional performance and readiness for increased scope.

    Skills to master

    • Mastery of our internal processes and culture, strong internal network, proven ability to drive results within our specific operational context, and a clear understanding of our strategic priorities.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Successfully managed a critical sustainability function or programme with significant business impact.
    • Consistently exceeded performance metrics and demonstrated strong leadership potential.
    • Developed and mentored junior team members, preparing them for increased responsibilities.
    • Proactively identified and proposed strategic initiatives that align with our long-term vision.

15Where this role leads

The long view: This work can lead to a Chief Sustainability Officer role, a seat on a Board as a Non-Executive Director, or a senior compliance role such as Chief Compliance Officer.

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The highlighted ones are the Fluencies your role leans on hardest, from how Director of Sustainability & ESG is actually changing.

Where it leads

Roles this leads to

The record names a next step, but the catalogue has no page for it yet:

  • Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) / Chief Compliance Officer (CCO)
  • VP, Corporate Affairs / Head of Public Policy

How you would learn this

One to one, on the work you already do

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Director of Sustainability & ESG
  • Sustainability Reporting Frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD, CSRD, IFRS S1/S2)
  • Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol & Carbon Accounting (SBTi)
  • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Methodology & Strategic Application
  • Materiality Assessment & ESG Risk Management
  • Environmental & Safety Management Systems (ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
  • Sustainable Finance & Investor Relations
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Everything else the record holds

The career branches in full, how AI is already showing up in the day-to-day, and the questions people ask about this job. Here when you want them, out of the way while you decide.

Where it leads next, rung by rung

Where it leads

The career path, and where it branches

Director of Sustainability & ESG is a start, not a ceiling. Each step below asks for new skills and hands back more autonomy.

  1. Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) / Chief Compliance Officer (CCO)

    Roughly 4-7 years in the Director role, demonstrating consistent strategic impact and readiness for enterprise-level leadership.

    This is a move to the C-suite (Level 7), taking on full enterprise-wide P&L accountability for ESG or Compliance, and direct reporting to the CEO/Board.

    • Advanced understanding of corporate finance and its intersection with ESG.
    • Expertise in global regulatory anticipation and influence.
    • Deep knowledge of geopolitical risks and their impact on sustainability.
    • Leadership in developing cutting-edge sustainable business models.

  2. VP, Corporate Affairs / Head of Public Policy

    Roughly 3-6 years in the Director role, leveraging your external engagement and communication skills.

    This is typically a move to a broader executive role (Level 6/7) that encompasses a wider range of external relations and policy influence.

    • Deep understanding of geopolitical dynamics and their impact on corporate policy.
    • Expertise in corporate communications and brand reputation management.
    • Skills in building and managing multi-stakeholder partnerships.
    • Knowledge of broader regulatory landscapes beyond just ESG.
Working with AI on the job

Working with AI

Where AI is starting to help

Let's be real, as a Director, your time is precious. You shouldn't be bogged down in manual data aggregation or drafting repetitive reports. AI isn't here to replace your strategic brain; it's here to free it up. Imagine having an intelligent assistant that handles the grunt work, giving you more time to focus on what truly matters: setting vision, influencing leaders, and driving real change.

In the world of Compliance, Quality, Health, and Safety, particularly in sustainability, AI can be a game-changer. It can cut through the noise of vast datasets, anticipate regulatory shifts, and even draft initial strategic documents, letting you focus on the nuances, the relationships, and the high-level decision-making that only a human can do. Here's how AI can transform your week:

Predictive ESG Risk Analysis

Use AI to analyse vast datasets—everything from climate models and geopolitical events to supply chain vulnerabilities and social sentiment—to predict emerging ESG risks and opportunities. This helps you proactively adjust strategy and brief the Board on future challenges before they become crises. Think of it as an early warning system for your entire ESG portfolio.

Executive Dashboard & Reporting Automation

Automate the aggregation and visualisation of enterprise-wide ESG data into executive-ready dashboards and board reports. AI can pull data from Enablon, Workiva, and even bespoke systems, generating initial narrative summaries and highlighting key trends, allowing you to focus on strategic interpretation and impactful storytelling, not data wrangling.

Global Regulatory & Policy Foresight

Deploy AI agents to continuously monitor global legislative changes, emerging standards (e.g., IFRS S1/S2, EU Green Claims Directive), and industry best practices. Receive tailored, executive-level briefings that summarise critical updates and their potential impact on our business, helping you stay ahead of the curve and inform strategic planning.

Strategic Narrative & Communication Drafting

Use Generative AI to draft first versions of strategic ESG documents, investor presentations, and public statements. Provide key data points and strategic objectives, and let the AI generate a coherent narrative. You'll then refine, add your unique insights, and ensure brand alignment, significantly accelerating your communication output for critical stakeholders.

Common questions

Common questions

How do you become a Director of Sustainability & ESG?

Common routes in include Head of Sustainability / Senior Manager (from another large organisation) (You'd typically spend 3-5 years in a similar senior leadership role, demonstrating success in managing complex programmes and teams.), Consulting Partner / Principal (ESG Advisory) (Often 5-8 years in a senior consulting role, advising multiple clients on ESG strategy, risk, and reporting.) and Internal Promotion (from Sustainability Manager / Lead Strategist) (Typically, 4-6 years in a Manager or Lead role within our organisation, demonstrating exceptional performance and readiness for increased scope.). Times vary with prior experience.

Where can a Director of Sustainability & ESG progress to?

This role can lead on to Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) / Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) (Roughly 4-7 years in the Director role, demonstrating consistent strategic impact and readiness for enterprise-level leadership.) and VP, Corporate Affairs / Head of Public Policy (Roughly 3-6 years in the Director role, leveraging your external engagement and communication skills.), depending on the skills you build.

What new skills matter most for a Director of Sustainability & ESG?

Increasingly, Climate Scenario Analysis & Resilience Planning and Nature-Related Financial Disclosures (TNFD). These are the skills our record of this role lists as growing.

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17Where to go from here

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If you leave this industry

Skills built in this role apply across industries with a large environmental or social footprint, including manufacturing, energy, finance and retail. They also transfer to ESG investment funds, impact investing, and sustainability roles at NGOs or intergovernmental organisations.

This role profile is © 2026 Growth Engineering Technologies Ltd. Built from UK occupational standards and regulated qualification data, and written for Zavmo.

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