Interim Director of Sustainable Development

JR United Kingdom; England; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the East of England is seeking an Interim Director of Sustainable Development to lead strategic initiatives aimed at achieving a net zero carbon town by 2040. This role involves managing teams, providing strategic advice, and driving transformation programmes. Candidates should possess a professional qualification and significant experience in similar roles. The position offers a competitive rate of £650 – £700 per day on a hybrid working arrangement.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in senior leadership and transformation programmes.
• Extensive experience in land use, transport, and environmental policy development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Sustainable Development Division and manage senior teams.
• Provide strategic advice to the Corporate Management Team.
• Drive regeneration and decarbonisation initiatives.

Skills

Strategic advice

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Education

Professional qualification in a relevant discipline

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26.08.2025

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10.10.2025

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Job Description:

Interim Director of Sustainable Development Required

Contract Length: 6 months+ (Interim Assignment)

Location: East of England (Hybrid working arrangement)

Rate of Pay: £650 – £700 per day (Inside IR35)

Venn Group are currently supporting a council in the East of England, who are seeking an Interim Director of Sustainable Development to lead the division and play a pivotal role in delivering the council’s 2040 vision, including town centre regeneration, airport growth, inward investment, and the ambition to become a net zero carbon town by 2040.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Leading the Sustainable Development Division and managing senior teams and resources in line with corporate priorities
• Providing strategic advice to the Corporate Management Team on planning, transport, and environmental policy
• Driving regeneration, transport strategies, and decarbonisation initiatives
• Leading organisational change, digitalisation, equality, and health & safety within services
• Building strong relationships with partners, businesses, and community stakeholders

The successful candidate will have:

• A strong track record in senior leadership, delivering large-scale transformation programmes
• Extensive experience in land use, transport, and environmental policy development
• Strong commercial and strategic acumen with excellent stakeholder management skills
• Professional qualification in a relevant discipline (planning, transport, or environment)
• Membership of a relevant professional body (RTPI, CIHT, CILT or similar)

To learn more about this excellent opportunity, apply with your most updated CV or email [emailprotected] as soon as possible