Digital Operations Director, Climate Impact Partners
+ Bonus Scheme
Voluntary carbon market
Job no longer available
Voluntary carbon market
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
+ Bonus Scheme
101-200 employees
Company mission
To cut 1 billion tonnes of CO2 to transform the global economy, improve health and livelihoods, and restore a thriving planet.
Role
Who you are
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in technology leadership roles, preferably in both large and fast-growth companies. Proven track record of enabling corporate objectives through technology
- Programme Delivery: Extensive experience of ‘getting things done’ in complex environments, with strong examples of finding pragmatic solutions to get around hurdles
- Technical Proficiency: Solid knowledge of front- and back-end infrastructure, system architecture, platform software and applications, integration, cybersecurity, and data management. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics and Salesforce would be a plus
- Operational Expertise: Demonstrable experience in formulating and implementing an effective technology operating framework; adept in stakeholder management, budget management, and project management in an technology context
- Commercial Acumen: A strong understanding of how technology strategy and operations impact overall business performance and profitability. Ability to identify and leverage technology solutions that drive business growth, enhance customer experience, increase staff efficiency, and provide competitive advantage. Skilled in making cost-effective decisions and justifying technology investments in terms of business value
- Leadership Skills: Proven track record in leading and developing technology teams, with exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and mentoring skills
- Strategic Thinker: Ability to envision and articulate a clear technological direction that supports the company’s overall objectives
- Analytical Skills: Ability to identify and leverage relevant data to drive decision making and optimisation assessments
- Financial literacy: Experience in developing and managing complex technology budgets to deliver measurable business results and demonstrate ROI
- Exceptional communicator - able to form relationships at all levels of the organisation and excite colleagues about technology; able to challenge the status quo but also bring stakeholders on a journey
- Doer - gets things done. Proactively and pragmatically deal with hurdles; willing and able to effectively delegate or be hands-on, as situation dictates
- Has a strong backbone - not afraid to speak their mind
- Strategic thinker but with a strong ability to understand the appropriate level of detail
- Innovative mindset, always seeking to improve and adapt
- Data-driven approach to decision-making
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Highest level of integrity - doing the right thing even when that may be uncomfortable
What the job involves
- As Digital Operations Director, you'll be the strategic and operational force behind our technology ecosystem, crafting the digital backbone that powers Climate Impact Partners’ ambitious goals
- Reporting directly to the Chief Digital Officer, this is a high-impact role where you’ll lead the design, implementation, and evolution of our technology strategy
- You’ll work across all business functions, translating operational needs and client expectations into a resilient, future-ready digital platform. From platform performance to project delivery, team leadership to data management, you’ll ensure our tech investments drive innovation, efficiency, and long-term value
- This is more than just a leadership role, it's a chance to shape how technology supports climate solutions that matter
- RESPONSIBILITIES
- Platform Performance and Development: Take overall ownership of our technology platform, including management, support, and its ongoing development
- Stakeholder Management: Engage with functional leads to identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and to enable our go-to-market strategy. Effectively communicate technology developments and benefits to stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. Ensure available tools/technologies are leveraged to their full potential. Establish effective support and feedback mechanisms, actively seeking ways to better serve the business
- Project Delivery: Own the planning and execution of technology projects, ensuring effective prioritisation, timely delivery, budget adherence, and achievement of desired outcomes. Manage internal resources and external partners/service providers to ensure objectives are met
- Operational Excellence: Establish appropriate operational mechanisms and continuously streamline technology infrastructure and resources for optimal efficiency and effectiveness. Design and implement metrics, process improvements, best practices, and control mechanisms
- Strategic Technology Planning Manage and evolve our technology strategy, aligning with the company’s short- and long-term objectives
- Team Leadership and Development: Lead, and develop a high-performing team. Foster a culture of continuous learning, upskilling, and professional and personal growth
- Data Management: Ensure efficient and secure management of the company's data assets, including deployment of appropriate infrastructure and developing strategies to optimize data handling
- Budget Management: Develop and manage the technology budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation and maximizing return on investment
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Climate change is fast heading for a point of no return, and it is increasingly important for businesses to trend towards net zero. However, achieving zero emissions by changing business habits and operations is a daunting task. Climate Impact Partners offers companies the chance to purchase carbon offsets, fund climate projects, and move towards their net zero goals, in a managed and simple manner.
Carbon offsetting is a tool for businesses to achieve net zero by purchasing parts in projects that have net negative carbon impact, in a similar way to purchasing stock. Climate Impact Partners sources and certifies the projects, so that clients merely have to choose where they would like to invest. Additionally, the company provides certification for businesses to showcase carbon neutrality, and a calculator for small businesses to assess their carbon impact.
Recently, the trade of carbon offsets has come under scrutiny, as opacity makes it difficult to ensure that purchasing them directly funds action on the ground. However, Climate Impact Partners, which is a leader in the space, demonstrates a commitment to carbon reduction by actioning the largest companies in the world to commit to reducing emissions. The interest in carbon markets is projected to increase alongside emissions regulations, presenting an excellent opportunity for Climate Impact Partners to see continued growth.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Company benefits
- Generous Annual Leave: We offer a generous leave allowance for all global employees, so you can get quality time with your friends and family
- Work-Life Balance: We offer a supportive work-life balance with hybrid working, no standing meetings on Fridays, and the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks a year
- Health & Wellbeing: Your wellbeing matters to us. Whether it's health insurance or mental health first aiders, we've got a range of support for our global team
- Competitive Reward Scheme: As a permanent team member, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary structure along with access to our exciting annual bonus program, rewarding your hard work and impact on our mission!
- Learning & Development: We support each employee's growth through career development plans, internal training programs like our Carbon Academy and Leadership Forum, and financial support for professional qualifications
Company HQ
Paddington, London, UK
Leadership
Sheri Hickok
(CEO)Currently an Advisory Board Member at TagEnergy. Previously they worked at GE Renewable Energy for almost 6 years in various roles, including CEO and Vice President.
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