Net-Zero & Energy Strategy Director

University of Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Reading is seeking a Strategy-focused Sustainability and Energy Director to lead the development and delivery of sustainability and energy plans for a large campus. The role focuses on net-zero ambitions, energy management, and environmental compliance, with cross-department collaboration to shape the estate’s future.

The successful candidate will drive energy procurement, cost optimization, and measurable carbon reductions while building high-performing teams and managing

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the University's sustainability and energy plans.
• Drive net-zero strategy and energy management across the estate.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to turn commitments into practical programmes.

Job description

The University of Reading is seeking a Strategy-focused Sustainability and Energy Director to lead the development and delivery of sustainability and energy plans for a large campus. The role focuses on net-zero ambitions, energy management, and environmental compliance, with cross-department collaboration to shape the estate’s future.

The successful candidate will drive energy procurement, cost optimization, and measurable carbon reductions while building high-performing teams and managing