Chief Sustainability Officer (Energy Focus)

Placements24; Southampton; Híbrido; GBP 250.000 - 500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Equity incentives

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 partners with a prominent multinational corporation seeking a Chief Sustainability Officer focused on energy transformation. This fully remote executive role shapes global energy strategies, reduces carbon footprint, and accelerates renewable adoption across operations.

The CSO will set science-based targets, lead energy efficiency programs, engage senior leaders and boards, and build a high-performing remote team.

Formación

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in corporate sustainability and energy strategy.
• Proven track record leading large-scale sustainability programs.
• Deep understanding of energy markets, carbon accounting, and climate risk.
• Experience presenting to C-suite and boards.
• Experience managing global teams in remote settings.
• Familiarity with sustainability reporting standards (GRI, CDP).

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute a sustainability strategy focusing on energy transition and efficiency.
• Set science-based targets for GHG emissions and renewable energy procurement.
• Oversee energy efficiency programs across facilities.
• Drive adoption of renewable energy, including PPAs.
• Engage senior leadership and external stakeholders to champion initiatives.
• Lead sustainability reporting in line with global frameworks.
• Build and lead a remote sustainability team.
• Monitor trends, technologies, regulations in sustainability and energy.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and R&D to embed sustainability.
• Represent the company in industry forums and dialogues.

Conocimientos

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Influencing skills

C-suite presentations

Educación

Master's or Ph.D. in Environmental Science/Engineering/Business

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent multinational corporation with significant energy consumption and a commitment to environmental stewardship, is seeking a visionary Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) with a specialized focus on energy transformation. This critical leadership role is entirely remote, offering the flexibility to operate from anywhere, while driving sustainable energy strategies across the organization's global operations. The CSO will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to reduce carbon emissions, enhance energy efficiency, and increase the adoption of renewable energy sources throughout the company's value chain. This position requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in corporate sustainability, energy management, and stakeholder engagement, capable of influencing at the highest levels and inspiring change within a large, complex organization. The ideal candidate will operate with significant autonomy from their chosen location, ideally with strong ties to the business hub of Randburg, Gauteng, ZA.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a forward-thinking corporate sustainability strategy with a primary focus on energy transition and efficiency.
• Set ambitious, science-based targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions and renewable energy procurement.
• Oversee the implementation of energy efficiency programs across all company facilities and operations.
• Drive the adoption and integration of renewable energy solutions, including direct investments and power purchase agreements (PPAs).
• Engage with senior leadership, board members, and external stakeholders to champion sustainability initiatives.
• Manage sustainability reporting processes, ensuring compliance with global frameworks (e.g., GRI, CDP) and investor expectations.
• Build and lead a high-performing remote sustainability team, fostering a culture of innovation and impact.
• Monitor emerging trends, technologies, and regulations in sustainability and energy management.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and R&D teams to embed sustainability into business practices.
• Represent the company in relevant industry forums and sustainability dialogues.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in corporate sustainability, environmental management, or a related field, with a significant portion dedicated to energy strategy and policy.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing large-scale corporate sustainability programs and driving measurable environmental impact.
• Deep understanding of energy markets, renewable energy technologies, carbon accounting, and climate risk management.
• Exceptional strategic leadership, communication, and influencing skills, with experience presenting to C-suite executives and boards.
• Proven ability to manage global teams and complex projects in a remote work environment.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability reporting standards and frameworks.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and managing relationships with NGOs, government agencies, and industry groups.
• Passionate advocate for environmental protection and sustainable business practices.

Benefits

• This executive-level, fully remote position offers the ultimate in flexibility and impact.
• Our client provides an industry-leading compensation package, including a highly competitive salary, substantial bonus potential, and long-term equity incentives.
• You will have the autonomy to shape the company's sustainability vision and lead critical initiatives that have a global environmental impact.
• We offer comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous paid time off, and opportunities for continuous professional development.
• Join a progressive organization committed to making a tangible difference in climate action, working from your preferred remote location, ideally maintaining a connection to the dynamic business environment of Randburg, Gauteng, ZA.