Sustainability Coordinator

Yorkshire Housing; Leeds; On-site; GBP 33,750 - 41,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension contributions

Wellbeing support

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

A regional housing organization in Leeds is seeking a Sustainability Coordinator to support its sustainability strategy. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders, leading projects, and driving initiatives towards achieving net zero. Ideal candidates will have a background in sustainability, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in the housing sector related to sustainability.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire action and engage communities.
• Proven track record in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Support decarbonisation projects for energy performance.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders for sustainability goals.
• Lead working groups to invest in sustainability.

Skills

Background in sustainability

Understanding of decarbonising homes and communities

Confident communicator

Ability to turn data into insight

Ability to juggle multiple projects

Passion for sustainability

Job description

Overview

Sustainability Coordinator at Yorkshire Housing

This permanent, full-time role supports the delivery of Yorkshire Housing’s sustainability strategy. You’ll work across the business to embed sustainable thinking into everyday decisions and help the organisation lead in sustainability within housing and the community across Yorkshire.

What you’ll be doing

• Help us reach net zero by supporting decarbonisation projects and improving the energy performance of our homes
• Work with customers, colleagues and communities to make sustainability accessible and involve others
• Lead working groups, support funded projects and help shape how we invest in sustainability now and in the future
• Build strong partnerships with local authorities, environmental groups and other organisations across Yorkshire
• Keep us ahead of regulatory changes and ensure we are acting in the best interests of the organisation and the people we serve
• Champion biodiversity, community cohesion and climate resilience across our housing portfolio

You’ll also help tell our story by sharing progress, celebrating successes and demonstrating how we’re making a difference. If that sounds like your kind of challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

What we’re looking for

• Background in sustainability—especially in the housing sector
• Understanding of decarbonising homes and communities
• Confident communicator who can bring people together and inspire action
• Ability to turn data into insight and insight into action
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and keep things moving forward
• Passion for sustainability with a collaborative mindset

It’s a bonus if you’ve worked on grant funding, led projects, or have professional memberships like ISEP or CIH. More than anything, we’re looking for someone who cares about the work and wants to make a difference. Check the attached Role Profile for more details.

Why you’ll love working here

We’re proud of what we do and how we do it. We value initiative, collaboration, and purposeful ambition. We’re friendly, straightforward and supportive, with a culture that encourages people to be themselves and do their best work.

You’ll join a team passionate about sustainability and impact, with flexible working arrangements and opportunities for growth and development. This is your chance to help shape the future of housing in Yorkshire and make a real difference.

The important bits

This is a permanent, full-time role, offering a salary of £37,500 per annum, for a 35-hour week, plus 26 days annual leave (rising to 31 days) plus Bank Holidays.

We offer a reward package including health benefits, pension (matched contributions up to 9%), and various employee perks. There is access to wellbeing support and resources for ongoing personal and professional development.

We’re committed to an inclusive, diverse working environment and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

For any questions or additional support with your application, please contact [e-mail]

The fine print

The closing date for applications is 31 August 2025 (subject to change). In-person interviews in Leeds are currently scheduled for 12 September 2025.