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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.



About the Role 
To lead and coordinate the integration of sustainability, net-zero carbon and climate resilience across the Combined Authority’s Asset Management function, turning strategic intent into deliverable programmes and measurable results.
The role drives the Authority’s Climate Emergency commitments by setting clear pathways and standards across the asset lifecycle, managing environmental and climate risks, and ensuring every asset, new and existing, contributes demonstrably to local, regional and national targets.

About the person
The successful candidate will be an accomplished sustainability professional with a strong track record in the built environment and the credibility to influence multi-disciplinary teams and suppliers. They will bring advanced analytical skills and familiarity with frameworks such as PAS 2080, BREEAM and MEES; hold a relevant degree and/or professional accreditation (e.g., IEMA, CEnv, engineering); and demonstrate a collaborative, outcomes-focused approach aligned to public-sector values. The postholder will gain senior visibility, tangible impact across a high-profile regional portfolio, and a supportive environment with flexible working and professional development.

If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply. 
Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting.
1. Experience implementing sustainability or climate initiatives in the built environment or public sector.
2. Understanding of funding opportunities such as Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) or Green Heat Network Fund.
3. Experience working in or with local authorities or combined authorities.

About the organisation
The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.
The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits 
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<li>-&nbsp;Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%</li>
<li>-&nbsp;Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days</li>
<li>-&nbsp;Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner</li>
<li>-&nbsp;Flexible and hybrid working</li>
<li>-&nbsp;24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service</li>
<li>-&nbsp;Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme</li>
<li>-&nbsp;Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms</li>
<li>-&nbsp;Bike to Work Scheme</li>
<li>-&nbsp;Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning</li>
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Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion 
We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.
To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your personal statement how you meet all the key essential criteria listed above, and highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.
Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.
The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa" target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa</a>

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