Sustainability Strategy Lead

**Job Title**

Sustainability Strategy Lead
**Job Description Summary**

The Sustainability Strategy Lead will play a key role in the identification, development, and deployment of lead sustainability initiatives, coordinate environmental improvement programs, and manage client reporting on project outcomes, achievements, and new initiatives. The sustainability strategy lead will provide a key point of contact for stakeholders of a key national client on a day-to-day basis.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Under limited direction, deliver a range of Sustainability Strategy services. Represent Sustainability in dealings with clients**:

- Co-ordinate and deliver elements of Sustainability Improvement Programs including preparation of environmental reports and management of environmental initiatives.
- Identify and implement environmental improvement initiatives.
- Manage information and report to the customers as required in relation to:

- Specific projects
- Achievements against targets
- New initiatives
- Project manage the delivery of projects and ensure delivery against agreed milestones including:

- Project budgets and project timetable; monitor and report on progress to ensure operations are within established parameters.
- Prepare environmental reports in line with project requirements, as required by the client or Managers.
- Liaise with appropriate bodies (Industry Associations, Government Co-ordinating Agencies, electricity and water supply organisations etc).

Background and Experience
- 5 years experience in environmental sustainability project management and initiative delivery.
- Experience or understanding in net zero planning and delivery, circular economy and sustainable procurement as well as resource efficiency program delivery.
- Graduate qualifications in environmental engineering, science, or related discipline qualifications desirable.
- Excellent research, analytical, and technical report writing skills.
- Knowledge of relevant environmental or energy legislation and regulations (e.g. NGERS, APS Net Zero) desirable.
- Ability to work independently [self-starter] and exercise sound judgment.
- Ability to develop and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
- Planning and organisational skills.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Negotiation and influencing skills.
- Basic commercial understanding.

**Qualifications**:

- Australian Citizenship or Permanent Resident
- Based in Canberra, Sydney or Melbourne

**Why join Cushman & Wakefield?**

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from
- With exposure to a wide range of sustainability challenges and opportunities, you will have the chance to build your expertise in various aspects of sustainability, from energy management to social responsibility. The role provides ample opportunity for career development, including mentoring junior team members and advancing your leadership skills.
- Competitive salary and opportunity for career progression
- A Supportive and flexible environment;

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