Head of ESG & Impact

Silverstone; Silverstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport circuit in the UK is seeking a Head of ESG & Impact to develop and implement its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy. This role involves leading sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance, and building partnerships. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, the ability to manage complex projects, and a solid understanding of ESG principles. The position requires working a minimum of 37.5 hours per week at Silverstone with some travel for meetings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leadership roles with a focus on sustainability.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects effectively.
• Strong understanding of ESG principles and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Silverstone’s ESG strategy.
• Lead sustainability partnerships and projects.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across all business activities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic vision

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Application Deadline: 8 August 2025

Department: ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)

Location: Silverstone

Description

Over the past four years, Silverstone has made remarkable progress on its sustainability journey, climbing from 18th place in the Sustainable Circuit Index to being recognised as the third most sustainable motorsport circuit in the world in 2025. Our commitment to environmental responsibility has driven significant change, solidifying our position as a leader in the industry. In 2025, we are building on this success by formally integrating social and governance principles into our ESG strategy.

This next phase will ensure that we not only minimise our environmental impact but also enhance our social responsibility and governance practices. By tracking sustainability performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, engaging key stakeholders, and driving corporate responsibility strategies, we are strengthening our long-term resilience. Through this holistic approach, we reaffirm our commitment to securing Silverstone’s legacy as an iconic and responsible destination for generations to come.

The Head of ESG & Impact will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing Silverstone’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy, ensuring alignment with commercial objectives and industry best practices. This role will oversee the development and execution of sustainability initiatives, including environmental impact reduction, social engagement and governance compliance.

37.5 hours per week; minimum 3 days/ week at Silverstone; ability to work evenings and weekends during events; some travel for meetings and conferences required

Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include building on the success of the Shift to Zero Sustainability strategy to develop and implement Silverstone’s ESG strategy, leading sustainability partnerships, ensuring regulatory compliance and integrating ESG principles across all business activities. The Head of ESG & Impact will also drive key projects such as sustainable energy initiatives, green transport planning, road to Net Zero and community engagement programmes and be responsible for establishing broader social impact programmes.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

With strong leadership, strategic vision and the ability to manage multiple complex projects, the Head of ESG & Impact will be instrumental in positioning Silverstone as an industry leader in sustainability.

Silverstone is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all team members and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and DBS checks at the appropriate level will be obtained prior to employment commencing.