Carbon & Net Zero Manager

Howdenre

Hybrid
Greenhouse gas accounting (scopes 1, 2, 3)
Net zero transition plan development
Carbon footprint calculation and assurance
Howden is seeking a Carbon & Net Zero Manager to lead its sustainability initiatives, focusing on the company’s net zero strategy and carbon footprint management. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in carbon management and sustainability, alongside strong technical knowledge of greenhouse gas accounting

Job Summary

  • This role will lead the annual calculation and assurance of the company’s carbon footprint, leveraging platforms to collect and analyse group-wide emissions data across all scopes.
  • The role is responsible for developing and implementing the Net Zero transition plan, prioritising high-impact actions, and collaborating with stakeholders across procurement, travel, real estate, and other corporate services to ensure policies, standards, and guidance are aligned with net zero ambitions.
  • People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Howden is seeking a Carbon & Net Zero Manager to lead its sustainability initiatives, focusing on the company’s net zero strategy and carbon footprint management. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in carbon management and sustainability, alongside strong technical knowledge of greenhouse gas accounting.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Greenhouse gas accounting (Scopes 1, 2, 3)
  • Net Zero transition plan development
  • Carbon footprint calculation and assurance
  • Emissions data collection and analysis
  • Carbon offset portfolio management

Nice-to-have

  • Employee ownership culture
  • No-limits mindset
  • Collaboration and international team
  • Sustainability driven change

Key Requirements

  • Substantial experience in carbon management
  • Familiarity with SBTi and GRI frameworks
  • Proven track record of delivering decarbonisation initiatives
  • Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field
  • Professional membership or certification desirable

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