Company Description We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. At SGS, we have an open corporate and international culture. We offer a dynamic work environment in a leading global company. Our high professional standards and our sustainability approach guarantee you a future-oriented work environment. We invest in our employees for the long term and are committed to supporting your development within the company. Our business principles include: Integrity, Health, Safety & Environment, Quality & Professionalism, Respect, Sustainability, and Leadership. Job Description PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES In this role, the Post-Holder will take overall responsibility for the technical development and management of the BA Division. In consultation with the BA Global Head of Certification they will set the overall technical and accreditation strategy for the Division. Through direct management responsibility for product and technical specialists, they will ultimately set and enforce the policies that determine product delivery across the organisation and will have the authority to enforce their decision at all levels in the affiliate network. As a result of their activities, the post-holder plays a critical role in maintaining the BA Division's "licence to operate" and is thus the final arbiter within the Division of those issues within the remit of the role. Although the post-holder has limited direct P&L responsibility (except for the spending of their own department), the postholder must be commercially astute to ensure effective and efficient service delivery and this must inform all their actions. This in turn underwrites and enables BA's profitability at a local level. The role thus has significant business impact. The post-holder will achieve these overall objectives through:Managing international accreditation activities (e.g. UKAS, ANAB etc.) and support the network in the maintenance of local accreditations.Defining accreditation strategies, policies and internal systems and advising the BA Senior Management team accordinglyProviding effective technical direction and support to the BA certification business network to ensure anticipation, awareness, interpretation of external accreditation standards and requirements. Make final decision in the event of any disputes.Leading the global technical and accreditation functions to ensure the quality of the service delivered meets specified business and requirements.Working proactively with the Certification Business Teams to support development of enhanced customer services, anticipating and working to resolve potential conflicts to certification impartiality.Managing the overall relationship with global Accreditation Bodies, ensuring clear understanding and appreciation of SGS local and global structure, strategy and diversity of activities and establishing their confidence in SGS integrity and innovative solutions.Representing the BA Division externally, particularly acting as our Lead Representative on the International Independent Organisation for Certification (IIOC) Working constructively in cooperation with global ABs to ensure a cost-effective AB audit program.Leading and direct global technical team including the management of technical functions and staff.Identifying, lead and coordinate improvements and continuously review technical standards and simplify procedures, systems and requirements to assist operations to remain smooth, efficient and competitive.Leading the development, implementation and maintenance of systems and technical support processes throughout the BA certification business network to ensure optimum efficiency and compliance with Corporate objectives.Ensuring global procedural requirements and technical support processes for certification services are commerically viable.Lead and support the Certification Business Teams in the developement of new products and certification services.Leading investigations arising from breaches of Integrity within an affiliate and instructing Business Maangers on appropriate corectvie actions; monitoring the implmentation of corrective actions to ensure that good practice is restored and the affiliate is once again capable of independent operationWork closely with other teams (e.g: IT) to envision th efuture development of the audirt business and to develop new appraoches and tools to esnure that we maintian our market-leadign position. This would incldue both new approach to service delivery (such as furtehr enhancement of remote audit) to new delivery technoligies and digital tools to increase efficiency (e.g: the application of machine learning to elements of the technical review process)This role will report to the Business Assurance - Global Head of Certification (QHSE), Product & Quality Management SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESAct and be accountable as a senior member of the BA Certification Business Team to contribute expertise, knowledge etc. in the strategic direction of BA business.Act as lead advisor to the CBE Business Management team to provide guidance on matters relating to certification, accreditation, impartiality and general business growth.Maintain knowledge and understanding of core accreditation standards (17021, 17065 etc.), other generic accreditation requirements (e.g.IAF, EA) and ensure effective interpretation and implementation.Creation, approval and communication of core procedural requirements and documents to ensure effective communication and understanding of requirements.Maintain liaison and participation as required with external organizations e.g. IIOC Technical Group and IAF, EA as required, representing interests of SGS.Liaise with internal parties (operations, sales, IT plus product groups) to agree and define core systems and ensure IT and operations align and adopt best practice.Provide general support, influence and advise the network on technical / accreditation matters (advise or direct enquiries, communicate issues etc.)Oversight and support on Accreditation Body issues and feedback, advice and support to affiliates in delivery.Proactively identify, communicate issues and offer expert opinion and recommendations on issues relating to certification and accreditation that present potential opportunity / risk to the CBE business.Arbitrate and resolve accreditation / technical / operational / commercial conflict in the network.Continuously identify and initiate opportunities for improvement in systems and procedures etc.Directly / indirectly support key accreditations and accreditation activities (UKAS, ANAB, SAS + product specifics).Retain responsibility to fulfil the technical direction and leadership requirements of specific certification product(s) as requiredQualifications Graduate level of studies or equivalent in a commercial or technical discipline. Minimum 10 years of business experience inclduing audit and certification business with both technical and commercial responsibilities. Thorough undertsanding of certification and accreditation processes and requirements Experience working within a technical /certification service provider Experience as a Technical leader Required Skills: A solid understanding of Management System certification and accreditation structures and requirements Experience as Lead Auditor / Trainer for accredited third party certification. Strategic outlook Ability to foster innovation and challenge status quo Ability to multi-task and manage conflicting priorities Change management skills Strong influencing skills with ability to inspire effective teamwork across a matrix organization and the ability to manage conflicts that arise Strong and highly effective communicator at all levels, with bioth strong verbal and written communication skills Commercial / business acumen Proven people management skills Fluent in English Proficient in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook) Some flexibility to travel Desirable Skills: Experience in similar role within SGS, another CB or an Accreditation Body Experience in implementation of new or significant changes to systems and practices. Ability to speak other languages Proven experience as a trainer or coach either internally or externally to groups or individual Location: May be anywhere in network but needs to be able work closely and regularly with with European Bodies and resources. Additional Information Why SGS? Global and very stable company, world leader in the TIC (Testing, Inspection and Certification) industry. Flexible schedule and hybrid model. SGS university and Campus for continuos learning options. Multinational environment where you will work with colleagues from multiple continents. Benefits platform. Join Us: At SGS we believe in innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth and personal development. JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 19, 2025
Full time
Company Description We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. At SGS, we have an open corporate and international culture. We offer a dynamic work environment in a leading global company. Our high professional standards and our sustainability approach guarantee you a future-oriented work environment. We invest in our employees for the long term and are committed to supporting your development within the company. Our business principles include: Integrity, Health, Safety & Environment, Quality & Professionalism, Respect, Sustainability, and Leadership. Job Description PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES In this role, the Post-Holder will take overall responsibility for the technical development and management of the BA Division. In consultation with the BA Global Head of Certification they will set the overall technical and accreditation strategy for the Division. Through direct management responsibility for product and technical specialists, they will ultimately set and enforce the policies that determine product delivery across the organisation and will have the authority to enforce their decision at all levels in the affiliate network. As a result of their activities, the post-holder plays a critical role in maintaining the BA Division's "licence to operate" and is thus the final arbiter within the Division of those issues within the remit of the role. Although the post-holder has limited direct P&L responsibility (except for the spending of their own department), the postholder must be commercially astute to ensure effective and efficient service delivery and this must inform all their actions. This in turn underwrites and enables BA's profitability at a local level. The role thus has significant business impact. The post-holder will achieve these overall objectives through:Managing international accreditation activities (e.g. UKAS, ANAB etc.) and support the network in the maintenance of local accreditations.Defining accreditation strategies, policies and internal systems and advising the BA Senior Management team accordinglyProviding effective technical direction and support to the BA certification business network to ensure anticipation, awareness, interpretation of external accreditation standards and requirements. Make final decision in the event of any disputes.Leading the global technical and accreditation functions to ensure the quality of the service delivered meets specified business and requirements.Working proactively with the Certification Business Teams to support development of enhanced customer services, anticipating and working to resolve potential conflicts to certification impartiality.Managing the overall relationship with global Accreditation Bodies, ensuring clear understanding and appreciation of SGS local and global structure, strategy and diversity of activities and establishing their confidence in SGS integrity and innovative solutions.Representing the BA Division externally, particularly acting as our Lead Representative on the International Independent Organisation for Certification (IIOC) Working constructively in cooperation with global ABs to ensure a cost-effective AB audit program.Leading and direct global technical team including the management of technical functions and staff.Identifying, lead and coordinate improvements and continuously review technical standards and simplify procedures, systems and requirements to assist operations to remain smooth, efficient and competitive.Leading the development, implementation and maintenance of systems and technical support processes throughout the BA certification business network to ensure optimum efficiency and compliance with Corporate objectives.Ensuring global procedural requirements and technical support processes for certification services are commerically viable.Lead and support the Certification Business Teams in the developement of new products and certification services.Leading investigations arising from breaches of Integrity within an affiliate and instructing Business Maangers on appropriate corectvie actions; monitoring the implmentation of corrective actions to ensure that good practice is restored and the affiliate is once again capable of independent operationWork closely with other teams (e.g: IT) to envision th efuture development of the audirt business and to develop new appraoches and tools to esnure that we maintian our market-leadign position. This would incldue both new approach to service delivery (such as furtehr enhancement of remote audit) to new delivery technoligies and digital tools to increase efficiency (e.g: the application of machine learning to elements of the technical review process)This role will report to the Business Assurance - Global Head of Certification (QHSE), Product & Quality Management SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESAct and be accountable as a senior member of the BA Certification Business Team to contribute expertise, knowledge etc. in the strategic direction of BA business.Act as lead advisor to the CBE Business Management team to provide guidance on matters relating to certification, accreditation, impartiality and general business growth.Maintain knowledge and understanding of core accreditation standards (17021, 17065 etc.), other generic accreditation requirements (e.g.IAF, EA) and ensure effective interpretation and implementation.Creation, approval and communication of core procedural requirements and documents to ensure effective communication and understanding of requirements.Maintain liaison and participation as required with external organizations e.g. IIOC Technical Group and IAF, EA as required, representing interests of SGS.Liaise with internal parties (operations, sales, IT plus product groups) to agree and define core systems and ensure IT and operations align and adopt best practice.Provide general support, influence and advise the network on technical / accreditation matters (advise or direct enquiries, communicate issues etc.)Oversight and support on Accreditation Body issues and feedback, advice and support to affiliates in delivery.Proactively identify, communicate issues and offer expert opinion and recommendations on issues relating to certification and accreditation that present potential opportunity / risk to the CBE business.Arbitrate and resolve accreditation / technical / operational / commercial conflict in the network.Continuously identify and initiate opportunities for improvement in systems and procedures etc.Directly / indirectly support key accreditations and accreditation activities (UKAS, ANAB, SAS + product specifics).Retain responsibility to fulfil the technical direction and leadership requirements of specific certification product(s) as requiredQualifications Graduate level of studies or equivalent in a commercial or technical discipline. Minimum 10 years of business experience inclduing audit and certification business with both technical and commercial responsibilities. Thorough undertsanding of certification and accreditation processes and requirements Experience working within a technical /certification service provider Experience as a Technical leader Required Skills: A solid understanding of Management System certification and accreditation structures and requirements Experience as Lead Auditor / Trainer for accredited third party certification. Strategic outlook Ability to foster innovation and challenge status quo Ability to multi-task and manage conflicting priorities Change management skills Strong influencing skills with ability to inspire effective teamwork across a matrix organization and the ability to manage conflicts that arise Strong and highly effective communicator at all levels, with bioth strong verbal and written communication skills Commercial / business acumen Proven people management skills Fluent in English Proficient in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook) Some flexibility to travel Desirable Skills: Experience in similar role within SGS, another CB or an Accreditation Body Experience in implementation of new or significant changes to systems and practices. Ability to speak other languages Proven experience as a trainer or coach either internally or externally to groups or individual Location: May be anywhere in network but needs to be able work closely and regularly with with European Bodies and resources. Additional Information Why SGS? Global and very stable company, world leader in the TIC (Testing, Inspection and Certification) industry. Flexible schedule and hybrid model. SGS university and Campus for continuos learning options. Multinational environment where you will work with colleagues from multiple continents. Benefits platform. Join Us: At SGS we believe in innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth and personal development. JBRP1_UKTJ
Senior Strategist and Head of UK & EU Operations Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: UK, able to travel to London twice a week, Hybrid-working, shared office space in Holborn Job Category: Mission-aligned growth, Strategic leadership, Operational excellence, Team leadership, collaboration and culture Salary: 80000 GBP - 93000 GBP (Annum) About us XDI (Cross Dependency Initiative) is a specialist, mission-led physical climate risk analytics company, focused on changing how climate risk is understood, valued and acted on by the institutions that shape the global economy. Established in 2007, XDI is the world's longest-standing independent specialist in physical climate risk and adaptation analytics, and is named market leader in two of the world's most prestigious independent evaluations of climate risk analytics - the Forrester Wave : Climate Risk Analytics Software and Verdantix's Smart Innovators: Physical Climate Risk Solutions. We translate climate risk into financially decision-useful intelligence, enabling decision-makers to plan for resilience and adaptation, and to redirect capital away from high-risk, high-emission activities toward a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy. Our clients include major banks, investors, asset owners and governments around the world, and we increasingly partner with academic institutions and NGOs to help deliver our impact goals. XDI is part of The Climate Risk Group . Across the group, we have around 50 team members based in Australia and Europe. Our European client base has grown rapidly over the past three years through a combination of strategic partnerships and direct client relationships. In early 2023, we established our first European office in London, providing a base for team members across the UK and Spain and supporting our continued growth across the region. We are now looking to expand our UK-based team. The Role As our Senior Strategist & Head of EU & UK Operations, you will be the bridge between impact strategy, partner development, and regional execution, playing a pivotal role in scaling our influence across the private and financial sectors. You will lead the identification of new opportunities (commercial and NGO partnerships and markets), strengthen our commercial systems, and ensure the organisation is set up to deliver them efficiently, advancing the organisation's mission and long-term sustainability. This role is ideal for a senior NGO or mission-driven leader who thrives where strategy, relationship building, systems design, and operational delivery intersect. If this sounds like you, please apply now with your CV and a cover letter including why you'd like to work for XDI. Or contact Caroline Parisy - People & Culture for an informal chat. Interviews will start in early January 2026. Key Accountabilities Mission-Aligned Growth Partner with the Global Head of Commercial & Partnerships and C-suite leaders to understand our Theory of Change, priority markets, and partnership opportunities. Develop UK and EU commercial and non-commercial impact campaigns that reflect market needs and strategic priorities. Translate clients' needs into clear problem statements and solutions across our SaaS, consulting, and hybrid offerings. Support clients and partners, including advisory firms, data providers, and sustainability consultancies, in understanding our services, value proposition and impact potential. Build strong relationships with NGOs, NFPs, and government agencies, including data-sharing partnerships. Proactively identify, qualify, and pursue new commercial and impact-driving opportunities, helping secure new clients and strategic partners. Craft compelling proposals, EOIs, pitches, partnership decks, and impact narratives. Monitor market trends and leverage data insights to pinpoint strategic growth opportunities. Maintain high-quality CRM discipline to ensure clarity in pipeline management and partnership activities. Strategic Leadership Translate the organisation's Theory of Change into actionable campaign strategies for the UK and EU regions. Build relationships with regional change agents, thought leaders, and ecosystem partners. Develop systems to monitor progress against the strategy and the impact of the organisation against goals. Assess the organisation's success at driving impact while sustaining its own revenue generation. Operational Excellence Provide strategic input during planning cycles to ensure commercial initiatives align with market realities and organisational goals. Enhance commercial dashboards, reporting, and CRM systems to strengthen decision-making. Evaluate sales pipeline against delivery capacity to maintain sustainable growth. Apply strong financial and P&L understanding to guide commercial decisions and strengthen organisational health. Oversee contracts, budgets, and project reporting with rigour and clarity. Leadership, Collaboration & Culture Foster a high-performance, values-aligned environment grounded in trust, inclusion, and collaboration. Provide people leadership to a multidisciplinary team (Sales, Customer Success, and Data Product Specialists), supporting their development and wellbeing. Coach and mentor team members, aligning their strengths and interests with organisational needs. Coordinate cross-functional workflows, ensuring transparent communication and seamless execution. Capabilities and Experience Sought After Senior experience in business development, partnerships, or commercial strategy within NGOs, NFPs, or purpose-driven organisations. Strong commercial and analytical judgement, with an ability to distill complexity into clear, persuasive narratives. Demonstrated capability in building or improving commercial systems and operational processes. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with a record of trusted relationships across sectors. Experience leading teams and delivering impact in fast-paced, evolving environments. Ability to navigate ambiguity, bring structure, clarity, and focus to complex or shifting priorities. Comfortable collaborating across cultures, remotely, and across time zones. Knowledge of climate science, climate risk, or climate-tech ecosystems. Deep commitment to ethical leadership, purpose-driven work, and climate impact, with a belief in the catalytic role of the private, financial, and political sectors in driving change. Strong networks across UK, Europe, or global climate and sustainability communities. Motivated by bold ideas, iterative learning, and agile ways of working. Why work with us? Want to know more about us and our work? Visit our Newsroom and explore our latest 2025 Physical Climate Risk Reports: We are a mission-led organisation powered by people who want to apply their professional skills to deliver meaningful, real-world outcomes on climate change. Our team is united by a strong alignment to our purpose and a culture where everyone is encouraged to contribute, challenge ideas, and be heard. We take pride in maintaining an inclusive, supportive environment where we care deeply about wellbeing, teamwork is strong, and people feel connected to the bigger picture. You'll find empowered, collaborative teams, clear alignment to organisational goals, and leadership that values clarity, trust and impact. We also offer a range of generous employment conditions designed to support balance, autonomy and growth, including: Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working Fortnightly Wellbeing Days while remaining on full-time pay Access to our Employee Assistance Program Empowered, cross-functional ways of working A culture of continuous feedback and recognition If this sounds like you, please apply now with your CV and a cover letter including why you'd like to work for XDI. Interviews will start in early January 2026.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Senior Strategist and Head of UK & EU Operations Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: UK, able to travel to London twice a week, Hybrid-working, shared office space in Holborn Job Category: Mission-aligned growth, Strategic leadership, Operational excellence, Team leadership, collaboration and culture Salary: 80000 GBP - 93000 GBP (Annum) About us XDI (Cross Dependency Initiative) is a specialist, mission-led physical climate risk analytics company, focused on changing how climate risk is understood, valued and acted on by the institutions that shape the global economy. Established in 2007, XDI is the world's longest-standing independent specialist in physical climate risk and adaptation analytics, and is named market leader in two of the world's most prestigious independent evaluations of climate risk analytics - the Forrester Wave : Climate Risk Analytics Software and Verdantix's Smart Innovators: Physical Climate Risk Solutions. We translate climate risk into financially decision-useful intelligence, enabling decision-makers to plan for resilience and adaptation, and to redirect capital away from high-risk, high-emission activities toward a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy. Our clients include major banks, investors, asset owners and governments around the world, and we increasingly partner with academic institutions and NGOs to help deliver our impact goals. XDI is part of The Climate Risk Group . Across the group, we have around 50 team members based in Australia and Europe. Our European client base has grown rapidly over the past three years through a combination of strategic partnerships and direct client relationships. In early 2023, we established our first European office in London, providing a base for team members across the UK and Spain and supporting our continued growth across the region. We are now looking to expand our UK-based team. The Role As our Senior Strategist & Head of EU & UK Operations, you will be the bridge between impact strategy, partner development, and regional execution, playing a pivotal role in scaling our influence across the private and financial sectors. You will lead the identification of new opportunities (commercial and NGO partnerships and markets), strengthen our commercial systems, and ensure the organisation is set up to deliver them efficiently, advancing the organisation's mission and long-term sustainability. This role is ideal for a senior NGO or mission-driven leader who thrives where strategy, relationship building, systems design, and operational delivery intersect. If this sounds like you, please apply now with your CV and a cover letter including why you'd like to work for XDI. Or contact Caroline Parisy - People & Culture for an informal chat. Interviews will start in early January 2026. Key Accountabilities Mission-Aligned Growth Partner with the Global Head of Commercial & Partnerships and C-suite leaders to understand our Theory of Change, priority markets, and partnership opportunities. Develop UK and EU commercial and non-commercial impact campaigns that reflect market needs and strategic priorities. Translate clients' needs into clear problem statements and solutions across our SaaS, consulting, and hybrid offerings. Support clients and partners, including advisory firms, data providers, and sustainability consultancies, in understanding our services, value proposition and impact potential. Build strong relationships with NGOs, NFPs, and government agencies, including data-sharing partnerships. Proactively identify, qualify, and pursue new commercial and impact-driving opportunities, helping secure new clients and strategic partners. Craft compelling proposals, EOIs, pitches, partnership decks, and impact narratives. Monitor market trends and leverage data insights to pinpoint strategic growth opportunities. Maintain high-quality CRM discipline to ensure clarity in pipeline management and partnership activities. Strategic Leadership Translate the organisation's Theory of Change into actionable campaign strategies for the UK and EU regions. Build relationships with regional change agents, thought leaders, and ecosystem partners. Develop systems to monitor progress against the strategy and the impact of the organisation against goals. Assess the organisation's success at driving impact while sustaining its own revenue generation. Operational Excellence Provide strategic input during planning cycles to ensure commercial initiatives align with market realities and organisational goals. Enhance commercial dashboards, reporting, and CRM systems to strengthen decision-making. Evaluate sales pipeline against delivery capacity to maintain sustainable growth. Apply strong financial and P&L understanding to guide commercial decisions and strengthen organisational health. Oversee contracts, budgets, and project reporting with rigour and clarity. Leadership, Collaboration & Culture Foster a high-performance, values-aligned environment grounded in trust, inclusion, and collaboration. Provide people leadership to a multidisciplinary team (Sales, Customer Success, and Data Product Specialists), supporting their development and wellbeing. Coach and mentor team members, aligning their strengths and interests with organisational needs. Coordinate cross-functional workflows, ensuring transparent communication and seamless execution. Capabilities and Experience Sought After Senior experience in business development, partnerships, or commercial strategy within NGOs, NFPs, or purpose-driven organisations. Strong commercial and analytical judgement, with an ability to distill complexity into clear, persuasive narratives. Demonstrated capability in building or improving commercial systems and operational processes. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with a record of trusted relationships across sectors. Experience leading teams and delivering impact in fast-paced, evolving environments. Ability to navigate ambiguity, bring structure, clarity, and focus to complex or shifting priorities. Comfortable collaborating across cultures, remotely, and across time zones. Knowledge of climate science, climate risk, or climate-tech ecosystems. Deep commitment to ethical leadership, purpose-driven work, and climate impact, with a belief in the catalytic role of the private, financial, and political sectors in driving change. Strong networks across UK, Europe, or global climate and sustainability communities. Motivated by bold ideas, iterative learning, and agile ways of working. Why work with us? Want to know more about us and our work? Visit our Newsroom and explore our latest 2025 Physical Climate Risk Reports: We are a mission-led organisation powered by people who want to apply their professional skills to deliver meaningful, real-world outcomes on climate change. Our team is united by a strong alignment to our purpose and a culture where everyone is encouraged to contribute, challenge ideas, and be heard. We take pride in maintaining an inclusive, supportive environment where we care deeply about wellbeing, teamwork is strong, and people feel connected to the bigger picture. You'll find empowered, collaborative teams, clear alignment to organisational goals, and leadership that values clarity, trust and impact. We also offer a range of generous employment conditions designed to support balance, autonomy and growth, including: Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working Fortnightly Wellbeing Days while remaining on full-time pay Access to our Employee Assistance Program Empowered, cross-functional ways of working A culture of continuous feedback and recognition If this sounds like you, please apply now with your CV and a cover letter including why you'd like to work for XDI. Interviews will start in early January 2026.
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Senior Strategist and Head of UK & EU Operations Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: UK, able to travel to London twice a week, Hybrid-working, shared office space in Holborn Job Category: Mission-aligned growth, Strategic leadership, Operational excellence, Team leadership, collaboration and culture Salary: 80000 GBP 93000 GBP (Annum) About us XDI (Cross Dependency Initiative) is a specialist, mission-led physical climate risk analytics company, focused on changing how climate risk is understood, valued and acted on by the institutions that shape the global economy. Established in 2007, XDI is the world s longest-standing independent specialist in physical climate risk and adaptation analytics, and is named market leader in two of the world s most prestigious independent evaluations of climate risk analytics the Forrester Wave : Climate Risk Analytics Software and Verdantix s Smart Innovators: Physical Climate Risk Solutions. We translate climate risk into financially decision-useful intelligence, enabling decision-makers to plan for resilience and adaptation, and to redirect capital away from high-risk, high-emission activities toward a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy. Our clients include major banks, investors, asset owners and governments around the world, and we increasingly partner with academic institutions and NGOs to help deliver our impact goals. XDI is part of The Climate Risk Group . Across the group, we have around 50 team members based in Australia and Europe. Our European client base has grown rapidly over the past three years through a combination of strategic partnerships and direct client relationships. In early 2023, we established our first European office in London, providing a base for team members across the UK and Spain and supporting our continued growth across the region. We are now looking to expand our UK-based team. The Role As our Senior Strategist & Head of EU & UK Operations, you will be the bridge between impact strategy, partner development, and regional execution, playing a pivotal role in scaling our influence across the private and financial sectors. You will lead the identification of new opportunities (commercial and NGO partnerships and markets), strengthen our commercial systems, and ensure the organisation is set up to deliver them efficiently, advancing the organisation s mission and long-term sustainability. This role is ideal for a senior NGO or mission-driven leader who thrives where strategy, relationship building, systems design, and operational delivery intersect. If this sounds like you, please apply now with your CV and a cover letter including why you d like to work for XDI. Or contact Caroline Parisy People & Culture for an informal chat. Interviews will start in early January 2026. Key Accountabilities Mission-Aligned Growth Partner with the Global Head of Commercial & Partnerships and C-suite leaders to understand our Theory of Change, priority markets, and partnership opportunities. Develop UK and EU commercial and non-commercial impact campaigns that reflect market needs and strategic priorities. Translate clients needs into clear problem statements and solutions across our SaaS, consulting, and hybrid offerings. Support clients and partners, including advisory firms, data providers, and sustainability consultancies, in understanding our services, value proposition and impact potential. Build strong relationships with NGOs, NFPs, and government agencies, including data-sharing partnerships. Proactively identify, qualify, and pursue new commercial and impact-driving opportunities, helping secure new clients and strategic partners. Craft compelling proposals, EOIs, pitches, partnership decks, and impact narratives. Monitor market trends and leverage data insights to pinpoint strategic growth opportunities. Maintain high-quality CRM discipline to ensure clarity in pipeline management and partnership activities. Strategic Leadership Translate the organisation s Theory of Change into actionable campaign strategies for the UK and EU regions. Build relationships with regional change agents, thought leaders, and ecosystem partners. Develop systems to monitor progress against the strategy and the impact of the organisation against goals. Assess the organisation s success at driving impact while sustaining its own revenue generation. Operational Excellence Provide strategic input during planning cycles to ensure commercial initiatives align with market realities and organisational goals. Enhance commercial dashboards, reporting, and CRM systems to strengthen decision-making. Evaluate sales pipeline against delivery capacity to maintain sustainable growth. Apply strong financial and P&L understanding to guide commercial decisions and strengthen organisational health. Oversee contracts, budgets, and project reporting with rigour and clarity. Leadership, Collaboration & Culture Foster a high-performance, values-aligned environment grounded in trust, inclusion, and collaboration. Provide people leadership to a multidisciplinary team (Sales, Customer Success, and Data Product Specialists), supporting their development and wellbeing. Coach and mentor team members, aligning their strengths and interests with organisational needs. Coordinate cross-functional workflows, ensuring transparent communication and seamless execution. Capabilities and Experience Sought After Senior experience in business development, partnerships, or commercial strategy within NGOs, NFPs, or purpose-driven organisations. Strong commercial and analytical judgement, with an ability to distill complexity into clear, persuasive narratives. Demonstrated capability in building or improving commercial systems and operational processes. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with a record of trusted relationships across sectors. Experience leading teams and delivering impact in fast-paced, evolving environments. Ability to navigate ambiguity, bring structure, clarity, and focus to complex or shifting priorities. Comfortable collaborating across cultures, remotely, and across time zones. Knowledge of climate science, climate risk, or climate-tech ecosystems. Deep commitment to ethical leadership, purpose-driven work, and climate impact, with a belief in the catalytic role of the private, financial, and political sectors in driving change. Strong networks across UK, Europe, or global climate and sustainability communities. Motivated by bold ideas, iterative learning, and agile ways of working. Why work with us? Want to know more about us and our work? Visit our Newsroom and explore our latest 2025 Physical Climate Risk Reports: We are a mission-led organisation powered by people who want to apply their professional skills to deliver meaningful, real-world outcomes on climate change. Our team is united by a strong alignment to our purpose and a culture where everyone is encouraged to contribute, challenge ideas, and be heard. We take pride in maintaining an inclusive, supportive environment where we care deeply about wellbeing, teamwork is strong, and people feel connected to the bigger picture. You ll find empowered, collaborative teams, clear alignment to organisational goals, and leadership that values clarity, trust and impact. We also offer a range of generous employment conditions designed to support balance, autonomy and growth, including: Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working Fortnightly Wellbeing Days while remaining on full-time pay Access to our Employee Assistance Program Empowered, cross-functional ways of working A culture of continuous feedback and recognition If this sounds like you, please apply now with your CV and a cover letter including why you d like to work for XDI. Interviews will start in early January 2026. 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Dec 16, 2025
Full time
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Senior Strategist and Head of UK & EU Operations Job Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: UK, able to travel to London twice a week, Hybrid-working, shared office space in Holborn Job Category: Mission-aligned growth, Strategic leadership, Operational excellence, Team leadership, collaboration and culture Salary: 80000 GBP 93000 GBP (Annum) About us XDI (Cross Dependency Initiative) is a specialist, mission-led physical climate risk analytics company, focused on changing how climate risk is understood, valued and acted on by the institutions that shape the global economy. Established in 2007, XDI is the world s longest-standing independent specialist in physical climate risk and adaptation analytics, and is named market leader in two of the world s most prestigious independent evaluations of climate risk analytics the Forrester Wave : Climate Risk Analytics Software and Verdantix s Smart Innovators: Physical Climate Risk Solutions. We translate climate risk into financially decision-useful intelligence, enabling decision-makers to plan for resilience and adaptation, and to redirect capital away from high-risk, high-emission activities toward a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy. Our clients include major banks, investors, asset owners and governments around the world, and we increasingly partner with academic institutions and NGOs to help deliver our impact goals. XDI is part of The Climate Risk Group . Across the group, we have around 50 team members based in Australia and Europe. Our European client base has grown rapidly over the past three years through a combination of strategic partnerships and direct client relationships. In early 2023, we established our first European office in London, providing a base for team members across the UK and Spain and supporting our continued growth across the region. We are now looking to expand our UK-based team. The Role As our Senior Strategist & Head of EU & UK Operations, you will be the bridge between impact strategy, partner development, and regional execution, playing a pivotal role in scaling our influence across the private and financial sectors. You will lead the identification of new opportunities (commercial and NGO partnerships and markets), strengthen our commercial systems, and ensure the organisation is set up to deliver them efficiently, advancing the organisation s mission and long-term sustainability. This role is ideal for a senior NGO or mission-driven leader who thrives where strategy, relationship building, systems design, and operational delivery intersect. If this sounds like you, please apply now with your CV and a cover letter including why you d like to work for XDI. Or contact Caroline Parisy People & Culture for an informal chat. Interviews will start in early January 2026. Key Accountabilities Mission-Aligned Growth Partner with the Global Head of Commercial & Partnerships and C-suite leaders to understand our Theory of Change, priority markets, and partnership opportunities. Develop UK and EU commercial and non-commercial impact campaigns that reflect market needs and strategic priorities. Translate clients needs into clear problem statements and solutions across our SaaS, consulting, and hybrid offerings. Support clients and partners, including advisory firms, data providers, and sustainability consultancies, in understanding our services, value proposition and impact potential. Build strong relationships with NGOs, NFPs, and government agencies, including data-sharing partnerships. Proactively identify, qualify, and pursue new commercial and impact-driving opportunities, helping secure new clients and strategic partners. Craft compelling proposals, EOIs, pitches, partnership decks, and impact narratives. Monitor market trends and leverage data insights to pinpoint strategic growth opportunities. Maintain high-quality CRM discipline to ensure clarity in pipeline management and partnership activities. Strategic Leadership Translate the organisation s Theory of Change into actionable campaign strategies for the UK and EU regions. Build relationships with regional change agents, thought leaders, and ecosystem partners. Develop systems to monitor progress against the strategy and the impact of the organisation against goals. Assess the organisation s success at driving impact while sustaining its own revenue generation. Operational Excellence Provide strategic input during planning cycles to ensure commercial initiatives align with market realities and organisational goals. Enhance commercial dashboards, reporting, and CRM systems to strengthen decision-making. Evaluate sales pipeline against delivery capacity to maintain sustainable growth. Apply strong financial and P&L understanding to guide commercial decisions and strengthen organisational health. Oversee contracts, budgets, and project reporting with rigour and clarity. Leadership, Collaboration & Culture Foster a high-performance, values-aligned environment grounded in trust, inclusion, and collaboration. Provide people leadership to a multidisciplinary team (Sales, Customer Success, and Data Product Specialists), supporting their development and wellbeing. Coach and mentor team members, aligning their strengths and interests with organisational needs. Coordinate cross-functional workflows, ensuring transparent communication and seamless execution. Capabilities and Experience Sought After Senior experience in business development, partnerships, or commercial strategy within NGOs, NFPs, or purpose-driven organisations. Strong commercial and analytical judgement, with an ability to distill complexity into clear, persuasive narratives. Demonstrated capability in building or improving commercial systems and operational processes. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with a record of trusted relationships across sectors. Experience leading teams and delivering impact in fast-paced, evolving environments. Ability to navigate ambiguity, bring structure, clarity, and focus to complex or shifting priorities. Comfortable collaborating across cultures, remotely, and across time zones. Knowledge of climate science, climate risk, or climate-tech ecosystems. Deep commitment to ethical leadership, purpose-driven work, and climate impact, with a belief in the catalytic role of the private, financial, and political sectors in driving change. Strong networks across UK, Europe, or global climate and sustainability communities. Motivated by bold ideas, iterative learning, and agile ways of working. Why work with us? Want to know more about us and our work? Visit our Newsroom and explore our latest 2025 Physical Climate Risk Reports: We are a mission-led organisation powered by people who want to apply their professional skills to deliver meaningful, real-world outcomes on climate change. Our team is united by a strong alignment to our purpose and a culture where everyone is encouraged to contribute, challenge ideas, and be heard. We take pride in maintaining an inclusive, supportive environment where we care deeply about wellbeing, teamwork is strong, and people feel connected to the bigger picture. You ll find empowered, collaborative teams, clear alignment to organisational goals, and leadership that values clarity, trust and impact. We also offer a range of generous employment conditions designed to support balance, autonomy and growth, including: Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working Fortnightly Wellbeing Days while remaining on full-time pay Access to our Employee Assistance Program Empowered, cross-functional ways of working A culture of continuous feedback and recognition If this sounds like you, please apply now with your CV and a cover letter including why you d like to work for XDI. Interviews will start in early January 2026. 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The incumbent will lead a team to cultivate business relationships and opportunities to generate revenue with prospective and existing clients for WuXi TIDES, a WuXi AppTec company. In particular, to support the growth of the rapidly growing oligonucleotide and peptide (O&P) Contract Research, Development and Manufacture (CDMO) business. The candidate will work closely together with the Europe and global business development leaders to pursue new business leads, follow up on critical issues, and aid in attending to customer inquiries. Assists marketing in delivering content and driving the success of new and existing services. This role will lead TIDES Discovery European business development team and support key collaborations from research to early phase clinical development. The position works closely with WuXi AppTec's other BD team members and senior management team to develop and execute the most effective strategy to increase discovery sales in Europe. This role will report directly to the VP, Head of STA & Tides Business Development and Project Management Europe. Leads a team to prospect for oligonucleotide and peptide new drug discovery companies that would benefit from TIDES CRDMO model. Manages strategic relationships with selected key accounts within the TIDES Discovery business in Europe. Attends conferences and meetings to present TIDES services to prospective and existing clients via email, phone, and web-conferencing systems. Acts upon, refers to, and follows up on leads from both sales and marketing campaigns. Increase awareness of TIDES's marketing initiatives, including scheduling meetings for tradeshows and driving registrations for webinars and seminars. Maintains knowledge of industry trends, funding, regulatory influence, mergers and acquisitions, in-out licensing of products/technologies, government/private grants and contacts, new drug development and approvals, related patent grants and notifications, market growth of small, med, and large-cap companies. Develop a social network of industry-related contacts via LinkedIn and other social networking platforms. Strategizes quarterly business development plans and benchmarks performance for continued success. Travel to local client meetings and tradeshows to assist the Business Development team as required. Proposes new ideas and strategies to increase performance and drive personal and team goals. Documents information in Client Relationship Management (CRM), including contacts, pre-screened/qualified leads, and new account information as required. Stays current on competitors and competitive strategies and provides input needed for the development of future services and products Builds strong internal relationships across functions Key BD liaison along with senior leadership during crisis management; create business solutions and engage in business continuity planning as well as execution when the need arises. Ensure successful partner visits to China, Europe, and other new potential TIDES entities worldwide. 15 + years of experience at a pharmaceutical company, biotech or Contract Research Organization (CRO) or equivalent with an established track record in leading a team. Strong scientific expertise and new drug development insight A professional degree in science or pharmaceuticals - M.S. required, PhD preferred At least 5 years of experience leading highly professional multi-national team including senior members Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, highly flexible, with excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation skills). Must be organized and detail oriented. Must have a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales growth objectives and/or simultaneously managing several projects and timelines. Ability to perform within a professional environment and use judgment as dictated by the complexity of a situation. Experience with CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software (i.e. Sales Force and/or Microsoft Dynamics/CRM) is preferred 1. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. 2. Non-Discrimination Clause (EU Directive-Aligned) This position is open to all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in accordance with EU and national non-discrimination laws. 3. Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodation We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is accessible to all candidates. If you require any accommodation due to a disability or medical condition, please let us know at any stage of the application process. 4. Data Protection (GDPR Compliance) We will process your personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for the purposes of managing your application. Your data will be handled securely and will not be shared with third parties without your consent, except where required by law. 5. Work Authorization Applicants must have the legal right to work in Germany at the time of application. We are an employer committed to fair and transparent hiring practices for all legally eligible workers. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.
Nov 17, 2025
Full time
The incumbent will lead a team to cultivate business relationships and opportunities to generate revenue with prospective and existing clients for WuXi TIDES, a WuXi AppTec company. In particular, to support the growth of the rapidly growing oligonucleotide and peptide (O&P) Contract Research, Development and Manufacture (CDMO) business. The candidate will work closely together with the Europe and global business development leaders to pursue new business leads, follow up on critical issues, and aid in attending to customer inquiries. Assists marketing in delivering content and driving the success of new and existing services. This role will lead TIDES Discovery European business development team and support key collaborations from research to early phase clinical development. The position works closely with WuXi AppTec's other BD team members and senior management team to develop and execute the most effective strategy to increase discovery sales in Europe. This role will report directly to the VP, Head of STA & Tides Business Development and Project Management Europe. Leads a team to prospect for oligonucleotide and peptide new drug discovery companies that would benefit from TIDES CRDMO model. Manages strategic relationships with selected key accounts within the TIDES Discovery business in Europe. Attends conferences and meetings to present TIDES services to prospective and existing clients via email, phone, and web-conferencing systems. Acts upon, refers to, and follows up on leads from both sales and marketing campaigns. Increase awareness of TIDES's marketing initiatives, including scheduling meetings for tradeshows and driving registrations for webinars and seminars. Maintains knowledge of industry trends, funding, regulatory influence, mergers and acquisitions, in-out licensing of products/technologies, government/private grants and contacts, new drug development and approvals, related patent grants and notifications, market growth of small, med, and large-cap companies. Develop a social network of industry-related contacts via LinkedIn and other social networking platforms. Strategizes quarterly business development plans and benchmarks performance for continued success. Travel to local client meetings and tradeshows to assist the Business Development team as required. Proposes new ideas and strategies to increase performance and drive personal and team goals. Documents information in Client Relationship Management (CRM), including contacts, pre-screened/qualified leads, and new account information as required. Stays current on competitors and competitive strategies and provides input needed for the development of future services and products Builds strong internal relationships across functions Key BD liaison along with senior leadership during crisis management; create business solutions and engage in business continuity planning as well as execution when the need arises. Ensure successful partner visits to China, Europe, and other new potential TIDES entities worldwide. 15 + years of experience at a pharmaceutical company, biotech or Contract Research Organization (CRO) or equivalent with an established track record in leading a team. Strong scientific expertise and new drug development insight A professional degree in science or pharmaceuticals - M.S. required, PhD preferred At least 5 years of experience leading highly professional multi-national team including senior members Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, highly flexible, with excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation skills). Must be organized and detail oriented. Must have a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales growth objectives and/or simultaneously managing several projects and timelines. Ability to perform within a professional environment and use judgment as dictated by the complexity of a situation. Experience with CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software (i.e. Sales Force and/or Microsoft Dynamics/CRM) is preferred 1. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. 2. Non-Discrimination Clause (EU Directive-Aligned) This position is open to all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in accordance with EU and national non-discrimination laws. 3. Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodation We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is accessible to all candidates. If you require any accommodation due to a disability or medical condition, please let us know at any stage of the application process. 4. Data Protection (GDPR Compliance) We will process your personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for the purposes of managing your application. Your data will be handled securely and will not be shared with third parties without your consent, except where required by law. 5. Work Authorization Applicants must have the legal right to work in Germany at the time of application. We are an employer committed to fair and transparent hiring practices for all legally eligible workers. This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.
