Interim CEO

Lord Search & Selection; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering company in sustainable infrastructure solutions seeks a visionary interim CEO to drive strategic leadership during a critical growth phase. This role requires a results-driven executive with experience in cleantech or high-growth sectors, focusing on innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior executive experience in cleantech, advanced infrastructure, or high-growth tech sectors.
• Proven ability to lead innovative projects and inspire diverse teams.
• Passion for sustainability and transformative leadership.

Responsibilities

• Steer the business through growth and commercial acceleration.
• Oversee execution of go-to-market strategies and infrastructure rollout.
• Manage key customer and investor relationships.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Operational execution

Visionary leadership

Innovation management

Job description

Technology and Infrastructure
to 150,000 + benefits
Birmingham
Ref: 10041

The Company

We are partnering with a pioneering, investor-backed company at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure solutions. This innovative business is rapidly scaling to meet increasing demand for reliable, accessible, and future-proof technologies. With bold ambitions to lead its sector, the company combines advanced systems, strategic industry partnerships, and a mission-driven culture focused on decarbonisation and global impact.

The Role

This high-impact interim appointment will provide strategic leadership and operational rigour during a critical phase of growth and commercial acceleration. The CEO will steer the business through the next 6-12 months, overseeing execution of go-to-market strategies, organisational scaling, and key customer and investor relationships. The role demands a commercially sharp and agile executive, capable of aligning innovation with sustainable performance. You will shape and implement a forward-thinking vision that ensures continued product development, infrastructure rollout, and competitive positioning in a fast-evolving market.

The Person

We are seeking a results-driven and visionary interim leader with a track record of senior executive experience within cleantech, advanced infrastructure, or adjacent high-growth technology sectors. You will demonstrate the ability to lead innovative ventures with pace, precision, and purpose. Strong commercial acumen, stakeholder engagement, and operational execution are essential, as is the ability to inspire diverse teams across functions and geographies. A passion for sustainability, innovation, and transformative leadership will be central to your approach.

How to Apply

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-scaling, purpose-led business. If you are energised by innovation, strategic leadership, and driving transformational growth, please apply with your CV and current remuneration details, quoting reference 10041.