Climate Adaptation Manager

SSE Enterprise; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Climate Adaptation Manager. The role involves leading the development of strategies for climate adaptation, overseeing climate resilience, and preparing disclosures in alignment with standards. Candidates should have proven experience in climate adaptation and environmental risk management, excellent communication skills, and a degree in a related field. This position offers a competitive salary, a performance-related bonus, and a range of flexible benefits.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Free online GP and counselling service

Interest-free loans for transport and tech

Qualifications

• Proven experience in climate adaptation and resilience planning.
• Expert knowledge of climate science and risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of SSE’s climate adaptation strategy.
• Manage governance forums focused on climate resilience.
• Prepare climate disclosures and KPIs in alignment with standards.

Skills

Climate adaptation

Environmental risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Data analysis

Collaboration across functions

Education

Degree in environmental science

Degree in sustainability

Degree in engineering

Job description

Climate Adaptation Manager

Job Number: 557244

Closing at: Jan 4 2026 - 23:55 GMT

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:

• Glasgow
• Perth
• Aberdeen
• Inverness
• Reading
• London
• Belfast
• Dublin

Salary: £50,100- £75,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available

The role

While SSE is at the forefront of the clean energy transition, the latest science clearly shows that climate change is accelerating. As Climate Adaptation Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring SSE is sufficiently prepared and resilient to a climate changed world.

Reporting directly to SSE’s Head of Climate, you will lead the development of a SSE’s group strategy for Climate Adaptation and embed a framework to oversee business unit climate resilience strategies and adaptations plans.

You will

This exciting role focused on climate risk, resilience and adaptation will ensure SSE’s assets and operations are resilient to the impacts of climate change.

• Lead the development of SSE’s group-wide strategy for Climate Adaptation and framework to oversee business unit adaptation plans and strategies.
• Consolidate, align and catalogue climate risk assessments and scenarios used in business planning and large capital project frameworks.
• Manage the governance forum and working group that overseas SSE’s approach to climate resilience and adaptation.
• Provide expertise and coordination to climate leads within SSE businesses on climate risk assessments, adaptation and policy development.
• Prepare climate disclosures and KPIs in alignment with international standards, emerging regulations and national adaptation reporting requirements.

You have

• Proven experience in climate adaptation, resilience planning, or environmental risk management within energy, infrastructure, or related sectors.
• Expert knowledge of climate science, risk assessment methodologies, and adaptation strategies
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and practical solutions
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and Business Units to reach alignment on policies, strategies and plans
• Degree or equivalent in environmental science, sustainability, engineering, or a related subject

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world’s largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

Acting to address challenge of climate change sits at the core of SSE's strategy. That's why we've linked our long-term business goals to the United Nations global goals for sustainable development. Our Sustainability teams provide advice, support and education to lead change, embed best practice, and keep us on track with our goals.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we’ll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

#LI-Hybrid

#LI-FT1