Technical Director - Biodiversity & Natural Capital

Technical Director - Biodiversity & Natural Capital
 
International Project Finance | Biodiversity | IFC Performance Standards | Nature Finance | Emerging Markets
 
Thomas Search is delighted to be partnering with a specialist international ESG advisory business to appoint a Technical Director - Biodiversity into a pivotal leadership position within its expanding Environmental & Social practice.
This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected consultancy operating at the forefront of international project finance, advising global lenders, investors and developers on some of the world's most complex infrastructure, energy and natural resource projects.
Our client is experiencing significant growth and is seeking an established technical leader to shape and expand its biodiversity offering, whilst influencing the strategic direction of the wider business.
 
The Opportunity
 
This is far more than a technical role.
You'll combine technical excellence with commercial leadership, helping grow a specialist consultancy recognised for delivering Environmental & Social advisory services on internationally financed developments.
Working directly with senior clients, financial institutions and project sponsors, you'll provide strategic biodiversity advice that enables responsible investment and supports internationally recognised environmental and social standards.
 
Projects span multiple sectors including:

Renewable Energy
Mining & Metals
Infrastructure
Transport
Industrial Development
Natural Resources
International Development Finance
Nature-Based Solutions  The Role
 
As Technical Director, you'll lead the development and delivery of complex biodiversity projects whilst helping grow both the team and the wider service offering.
 
Responsibilities include:

Leading complex international biodiversity and natural capital projects
Providing strategic technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams
Advising international lenders, investors and project developers
Acting as a trusted adviser to senior clients throughout the project lifecycle
Supporting business growth through proposals, client development and strategic planning
Driving technical quality and innovation across the business
Mentoring and developing consultants and future technical leaders
Building long-term relationships across the international project finance community
Representing the business through industry engagement and thought leadership  We're looking for someone with

Significant experience leading biodiversity consultancy projects within an international environment
Strong knowledge of IFC Performance Standards, particularly Performance Standard 6
Experience applying the Equator Principles and international lender requirements
Excellent understanding of Critical Habitat Assessments, biodiversity risk and mitigation strategies
Experience supporting major infrastructure, mining, energy or development projects
Commercial awareness with experience supporting bids and client development
Proven leadership of multidisciplinary project teams
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
A genuine passion for building teams and growing technical capability Experience working with international financial institutions, export credit agencies or development finance organisations would be highly advantageous.
 
Thomas Search Recruitment
 
Executive Search | Sustainability | Biodiversity | Natural Capital | Environmental Consulting | International Project Finance
 
Interested?
 
For a confidential discussion regarding this appointment, please contact David Ward at Thomas Search Recruitment