Greater South East Net Zero Hub Net Zero Programme Lead

The opportunity and the context

Role Overview

We’re seeking an inspiring and strategic Net Zero Programme Lead to accelerate the delivery of ambitious decarbonisation objectives across our region. This is a fixed-term opportunity until 31st September 2026, where you’ll shape and oversee a pipeline of innovative local energy projects, working at the heart of a dynamic and expert team.

Reporting to the Regional Director of the Net Zero Hub, you’ll lead a talented group of Project Managers and Officers, providing energy sector expertise to a wide range of organisations and stakeholders. Your leadership will be pivotal in building strategic partnerships, driving knowledge exchange, and maximising the impact of available funding.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and oversee the delivery of the net zero investment pipeline for the Hub
• Lead, motivate and manage a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-impact energy projects
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with public sector, private, and third sector partners, as well as industry bodies and academia
• Ensure robust programme management, quality assurance, and performance monitoring against KPIs and targets
• Identify and secure additional resources, funding, and innovative solutions to expand the scope and scale of decarbonisation
• Represent the Hub at senior level, sharing best practice and driving regional collaboration

What we're looking for

We’re looking for someone with:

• A degree (or equivalent experience) in engineering, energy, or a related discipline
• In-depth knowledge of energy systems, technologies, and net zero policy
• Proven experience in leading the development and delivery of local energy projects, including budget and performance management
• Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and partnership working
• Excellent programme management, analytical, and communication skills
• Previous line management and contract management experience

Why Join Us?

What we offer:

• Be part of a forward-thinking team making a regional impact
• A role centred on creativity, collaboration, and community impact
• Opportunities for personal development and continuous learning

Job Description

You can view the full Job Description for this role here

Key Details

How to apply

Please apply via linkedin and send your covering letter to recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk.

Your covering letter is your opportunity to shine; we’d love to hear how your experience, skills and passion align with the Job Description and Person Specification. Tell us how you’d make an impact in this role and why it excites you.

Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.

In this role, you are a homeworker, with occasional travel to London, around 1-2 days/month.

Key Dates

• Closing date: Friday 24th October 2025
• Please note: this is the closing date for this vacancy is as stated here; other job sites may display a different date.
• Interviews will be held online in November.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Enquiries

For more information, contact: recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk

Right to work

This role does not offer visa sponsorship. You must have an existing and valid right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Our Commitment

We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud supporters of the Care Leavers Covenant and Armed Forces Covenant.

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