Portfolio Manager

Veolia Group; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in environmental services in London is seeking a Portfolio Manager to oversee the commercial waste operations, ensuring strategic growth and environmental excellence. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience leading teams, knowledge of environmental legislation, and a strong understanding of circular economy principles. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Car allowance or company car

Private medical cover

25 days of annual leave

Paid volunteer day

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience leading large teams with proven ability to manage turnover.
• Strong understanding of circular economy principles.
• Experience with carbon footprint calculations.
• Knowledge of ESG frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Westminster commercial operation driving strategic growth.
• Manage and develop the commercial waste portfolio.
• Foster partnerships with local stakeholders.
• Identify business development opportunities.

Skills

Leadership in fast-paced environments

Knowledge of environmental legislation

Experience in sustainability consultancy

Strong communication skills

Ability to present reports

Budget setting

Stakeholder management

Experience with Salesforce

Education

Relevant environmental/sustainability qualifications

Tools

Echo operational system

Salesforce CRM

PowerBi

Job description

time left to apply End Date: August 4, 2025 (5 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR24355

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive per annum plus bonus, company car/cash allowance, medical cover and pension

Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week

Location: Westminster, London

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

Eligible for an annual performance bonus

Option to choose from a company car or car allowance

Private medical cover

25 days of annual leave

Access to our company pension scheme

One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community

Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

We are seeking an exceptional Portfolio Manager to lead Westminster's multi-million pound commercial operation, driving strategic growth whilst delivering environmental excellence across our prestigious London portfolio.

Strategically manage and develop Westminster Commercial Waste portfolio, ensuring alignment with Westminster City Council objectives.

Drive portfolio growth through comprehensive oversight of sales, customer experience, communications, and service delivery excellence.

Foster strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), local associations, and environmental organisations.

Identify and capitalise on business development opportunities whilst maintaining exemplary client satisfaction.

Provide expert consultancy on waste minimisation, environmental impact, and carbon footprint assessments.

Spearhead strategic, multi-million pound partnerships with key commercial clients and Business Improvement Districts, driving innovative sustainability initiatives whilst fostering long-term growth and environmental excellence.

Monitor and report on sustainability key performance indicators, including waste diversion rates and recycling performance.

Lead and develop high-performing teams through effective coaching, training, and professional development.

Ensure departmental compliance with organisational policies and procedures.

Deliver budgeted revenues and profits whilst implementing growth strategies.

Collaborate with Credit Control to maintain healthy debt management and resolve invoice queries promptly.

What we're looking for;

Demonstrated experience leading large (10+ direct reports), high-stakes teams in fast-paced environments with proven ability to manage turnover while maintaining excellence

Knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance requirements.

Experience in delivering sustainability consultancy and guidance to commercial clients.

Experience in developing and implementing carbon reduction strategies

Strong understanding of circular economy principles.

Budget setting and finance reporting

Demonstrated ability to create and present sustainability reports and proposals.

Experience with managing and developing regional and key accounts.

Proven experience in carbon footprint calculations and analysis

Experience in developing and implementing carbon reduction strategies

Excellent communication skills, oral, written and report writing

Excellent influencing and negotiating skills

Strong presentation skills and comfortable presenting in front of large groups of people

Experience in working with Local Authority clients

Experience in working with Operational teams and subsequent Collection services (Municipal and/or Commercial)

Relevant environmental/sustainability qualifications

Track record of implementing successful waste minimisation programs

Knowledge of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks

Understanding of renewable energy solutions and energy efficiency measures

Experience working with Echo (operational system), Salesforce (CRM) and PowerBi or equivalent platforms

What’s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

About Us

Ready to see the world as we do?

Who is Veolia?

Where other people see waste, our community here at Veolia see opportunity. We’re determined to push for ecological transformation through waste, water and energy, and are committed to getting the tough jobs done. And most importantly, we see the potential of every member of our team, and are giving them the chance to realise it with us.

Whether it’s their potential, their commitment or their impact, we see it all. And with our values being community spirit, responsibility, innovation, customer focus and respect they keep us focused on those who matter – all 14,000+ of our employees, our customers and our communities too.