Head of Europe

About us

At the Global CCS Institute, we unite members, including governments, global corporations, private enterprises, research institutions, and NGOs, all dedicated to shaping a net-zero future. As an international think tank, our mission is to help accelerate the deployment of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS), a critical technology in combating climate change and achieving climate neutrality.

Headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, we have a global presence, with offices and staff members located in Washington DC, Houston, London, Abu Dhabi, Beijing, and Tokyo.

About the role and the team

As part of recent changes to our team structure, we are seeking a full-time Head of Europe to join our Strategic Advocacy team. This position, based in the UK, is critical to advancing our CCS and carbon management efforts across the European region.

As Head of Europe, you will leverage your CCS policy and regulatory experience and expertise to lead and collaborate with a team of experts to drive the rapid deployment of CCS. You will play a pivotal role in developing market insights, establishing and growing strategic partnerships, understanding local landscapes and positioning the Institute as a leader in CCS across this region.

Your Contribution and Impact

• Lead with purpose: Manage and mentor a dedicated team, fostering growth, performance, and cross-function collaboration.
• Drive regional strategy: Define priorities, identify opportunities, and lead business development activities across Europe.
• Build strong partnerships: Engage with existing members and stakeholders, establish and grow new members, to understand their needs and deliver clear, strategic value.
• Deliver high-impact projects: Support the delivery of funded projects under the consortia model.
• Bring your expertise to the table: Contribute expertise to client engagements or technical deliverables.
• Collaborate and connect: Work across internal teams and with international partners to align efforts and share insights. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on project outcomes.
• Shape the conversation: Represent the Institute at major events, and help drive thought leadership through published reports, blogs, or insights.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have demonstrated leadership experience supported by strategic problem-solving. You will have a confident approach in alignment with the Institute’s core Values: Integrity, Quality and Collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have the following background or skills:

• Current and sound understanding and experience with CCS policy and regulations across Europe.
• A strategic planner with the ability to think innovatively to drive initiatives or projects that support the Institute’s goals.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including sound influential presentation skills.
• High stakeholder engagement capabilities, including strategic relationship building.
• Established network across CCS community within Europe and/or globally

What will set you apart:

• A collaborative leadership style, underpinned by analytical thinking and a results-driven mindset.
• An innovative approach to relationship building and problem-solving.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams, fostering growth and performance to achieve the team and/or organisation’s objectives.

We are also looking for someone who understands the importance of:

• Building meaningful relationships;
• Striving to keep themselves and others accountable; and
• Taking advantage of opportunities to learn and grow.

Why work with us?

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What we offer

Due to the nature of how we operate, we offer benefits that enhance your work/life blend so that you can meet both family and professional responsibilities.

• Flexible working, including working from elsewhere, working from home and hybrid options.
• Professional development via on-job-the-training, conferences, memberships, and subscriptions.
• Well-being and Health Program, including 4 paid Well-being Days per year, flu vaccination reimbursements, volunteering leave, and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Applicants must have a right to work for the location in which they apply.