Sustainability Advisory Director - Middle East

Job Title: Sustainability Advisory Director Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Company: +Impact Salary: £65,000 per annum At +Impact, we are dedicated to driving sustainable change and creating a positive impact on the environment and society. Our team of experts works with clients across various sectors to develop innovative solutions that address the most pressing sustainability challenges. We are seeking a visionary and results-driven Sustainability Advisory Director to lead our sustainability advisory practice in KSA. This strategic leader will be responsible for developing and executing a market strategy to position +Impact as a leader in sustainability advisory services. The role involves building a high-performing team, cultivating client relationships, and driving revenue growth by delivering impactful and innovative solutions. +Impact is a specialised advisory business within the Serco Group, dedicated to delivering purpose-driven consulting services with a strong focus on the public sector and regulated industries. As a bespoke offer and internal brand of Serco, +impact operates with the agility and innovation of a start-up while benefiting from the extensive resources, networks, and career opportunities that come with being part of a global organisation. Our mission is to lead projects that address the challenges of where and how we work, as well as how we travel, ensuring that all initiatives are aligned with sustainable and socially responsible practices. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Market Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive market strategy aligned with national and regional priorities such as Vision 2030. Identify and capitalize on market opportunities in sustainability, including energy transition, ESG advisory, and circular economy initiatives. Financial Oversight and Cash Management: Ensure the financial health of the sustainability advisory practice by monitoring budgets, revenues, and expenditures. Develop strategies to optimize cash flow and protect the organizations financial interests. Team Leadership and Development: Recruit, develop, and lead a multidisciplinary sustainability advisory team. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strategic relationships with senior executives, government officials, and industry leaders. Understand client sustainability challenges and deliver tailored solutions. Advisory Service Delivery: Oversee the design and delivery of sustainability advisory services, ensuring alignment with client needs and best practices. Monitor and evaluate the impact of advisory projects. Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the advisory team. Provide regular reports and strategic insights to senior leadership. What Youll Need: Bachelors degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a related field; a Masters degree is highly desirable. Proven track record of leadership in sustainability advisory, with a focus on the Middle East or KSA market. Deep knowledge of sustainability trends, ESG frameworks, and regulatory landscapes. Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking capabilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Minimum 15 years of experience in sustainability, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Demonstrated success in business development and market expansion in sustainability advisory services. Experience in building and managing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. Familiarity with KSAs sustainability priorities, including Vision 2030. Visionary and results-driven, with a passion for driving sustainability and impact. Self-motivated and adaptable, thriving in dynamic and evolving markets. Culturally sensitive, with the ability to navigate diverse organizational and national landscapes. What we offer: +Impact offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and purpose-driven organisation. This role provides significant career development opportunities, both within the +impact team and the broader Serco Group, ensuring your long-term growth and progression. Youll have the opportunity to work on an international assignment with global mobility support, and be part of a fast-growing consultancy. About Serco At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. Were a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare, and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone. Apply We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. Were a proud holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, and were committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments from interview through to employment. Serco proudly holds Disability Confident Leader status, and were committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000. Ready to impact a better future? 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