Carbon Strategy Manager

What are we looking for in our Carbon Strategy Manager?

I have partnered with a leading Aviation business in finding them a Carbon Strategy Manager to gather data conduct various research and analysis on all sources of the business's emissions, given an up-to-date, real time picture of where they are in comparison to the Net Zero goal they have.

Role Purpose

This is an important technical leadership role for the company and a key member of the carbon
strategy team which shapes the approach on a key strategic issue for the business. The role is for a
lead technical expert on carbon and air quality data and modelling, including all sources of the business's emissions (aircraft emissions, surface access, other emissions on the ground)
The role works with the business to gather data on emissions, to agree the strategy to reduce
emissions, and to deliver emissions management actions.
The role also provides research and analysis to maintain an up-to-date picture of the impact of
policy and market developments on our net zero plans and “brings the outside in” through horizon scanning of future risks and opportunities.

Principal Accountabilities

Work with the business and carbon programme to maintain accurate and up-to-date data on all the business's emissions, including delivering the annual carbon footprint.
Develop and lead the business's Carbon Data Strategy, identifying requirements across the business
and informing the delivery of appropriate solutions for accurate, timely data.
Maintain and develop the business's carbon model, taking the latest ATM and pax forecasts and
working with functional experts to translate into regular carbon forecasts for all elements of our
footprint, setting a transition pathway and budgets for the business to follow
Maintain an up-to-date picture of Government, industry and third-party carbon forecasts (e.g.
Climate Change Committee, IATA, ATAG, A4E, International Energy Agency, Clean Skies for
Tomorrow, Energy Transitions Commission) to inform the business's model and understand key
differences and risks. 

Job Description

Work with the carbon programme team, solutions and operations to translate the carbon strategy
into operational delivery though targets, solutions and management processes. Specifically, act as
business partner for airside operations and surface access [departments tbc]
Undertake research and analysis to support our carbon strategy, including monitoring market and
government policy developments and horizon-scanning future risks and trends. Specifically, identify
available and emerging solutions from industry and academia to inform the business's Carbon
Strategy – seeking continuous improvement and getting the most value and insights out of data.
Air quality: ensure a robust monitoring strategy is in place for pollution across the airport and local
communities; commission dispersion models as needed to understand patterns/trends in pollution;
identify additional emissions reduction actions required for air pollution (in addition to those
already in the net zero plan); engage with key local stakeholders to agree and deliver a joint air
quality action plan.

Qualifications and Experience

Technical and practical experience of monitoring and managing emissions affecting climate change
and local air quality
Good knowledge and understanding of relevant technologies and legislation
Graduate or post-graduate with relevant qualifications
Excellent communicator and influencer with experience of handling challenging debate in a public
setting
Experience of leading virtual teams, achieving results through others, and delivering business
outcomes to time and budget
Understanding of the business's operation, strategy, and commercial and regulatory drivers
An interest in/passion for a leadership role as a sustainable business using our scale and
influence to decarbonise flight and improve local air quality

Rate/Salary: 66000