ESDD / ESIA Director - ESG Advisory - Location: UK (Hybrid) | International Projects | Leadership Role

Are you an experienced ESG and environmental professional looking to step into a true leadership role within a fast-growing advisory business?

My client is an ambitious and rapidly expanding ESG consultancy working at the intersection of finance, infrastructure and sustainability, supporting major development projects across global markets.

They are now looking to appoint an ESDD / ESIA Director to lead and grow a critical service line, combining technical leadership, commercial delivery and team development.

The Opportunity

• This is a senior, high-impact role where you will:
  Lead complex ESDD and ESIA projects for investors, lenders and developers
  Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, including financial institutions
  Drive the growth and direction of the ESDD/ESIA offering
  Manage and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary team
  Play a key role in business development, client relationships and strategic planning
  You’ll be working on major infrastructure and development projects globally, helping clients navigate environmental and social risk while unlocking investment opportunities.
  Key Responsibilities
• 
  Lead delivery of ESDD and ESIA projects from strategy through to execution
  Manage client relationships and act as a senior point of contact
  Oversee project quality, budgets and risk management
  Provide technical leadership across environmental and social disciplines
  Support and lead business development, bids and proposals
  Develop and mentor a growing team
  Shape and implement strategic growth plans for the service line
  About You
• You will bring:
  Strong experience in ESDD, ESIA or ESG advisory within consultancy or finance
  Proven ability to work with lenders, developers or infrastructure investors
  Deep understanding of IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles and international ESG frameworks
  A track record of leading complex projects and managing client relationships
  Experience in business development and winning work
  Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing teams
  International project experience and exposure to emerging markets would be highly advantageous.
  Why Join?
• 
  Opportunity to join a high-growth ESG advisory business
  Work on complex, global infrastructure and investment projects
  Genuine opportunity to shape a service line and influence strategy
  Clear pathway to senior leadership and potential equity participation
  Collaborative, entrepreneurial and impact-driven culture
  If you’re looking for a role that combines technical leadership, commercial influence and global impact, I’d be keen to speak with you.
  Contact Jeremy at JSM Associates for a confidential discussion.