Location
London Borough of Sutton, Carshalton

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£44,685 per annum

About the Borough
The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Located in zone 5 with excellent transport links, Sutton boasts award-winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. The borough is known for high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services while successfully addressing financial challenges and involving residents in key issues and high street changes.

Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of its residents and future generations, as outlined in the “Ambitious for Sutton” corporate plan. Home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research, Sutton is developing the London Cancer Hub, aiming to become the world’s leading life-science district specialising in cancer research and treatment. This vision is expected to create around 13,000 jobs and contribute £1.2bn annually to the UK economy, fostering a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies to benefit cancer patients and drive economic growth. Alongside regeneration projects including new homes and schools, Sutton is committed to working closely with residents and vulnerable groups to support independence and balance support with independent living.

The Council is a driving force within the South London Partnership, a collaboration of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. Through the ‘Ambitious for Sutton’ corporate plan, the Council aims to shape the borough’s future and adapt to residents’ needs to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.

About the Service and Team
Sutton has a long-standing commitment to reducing its environmental impact. The council’s corporate plan, Ambitious for Sutton 2022-2027, commits to tackling climate change and becoming a net zero carbon borough. To achieve these ambitions, the council implements its Environment Strategy and Climate Emergency Response Plan.

The Climate Action and Emergency Planning service focuses not only on reducing carbon emissions from the Council and Borough but also on adapting to climate change impacts and increasing resilience. The service is responsible for waste disposal and works with residents to reduce waste production and maximise recycling opportunities.

About the Role
This role is based within the Council’s Climate Action and Emergency Planning team. The postholder will deliver and facilitate projects supporting the Council’s Environment Strategy, Climate Emergency Response Plan and Waste Strategy. This includes collaborating with colleagues, partners and the local community to drive climate action.

Key activities include:
- Developing, supporting and delivering a range of sustainability projects
- Inspiring and motivating others to implement climate change and waste minimisation improvements through communications and community engagement, both internally and externally
- Contributing to networks and themed groups that facilitate climate action
- Monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the council’s Environment Strategy, Climate Emergency Response Plan and Waste Strategy, including analysing performance data
- Providing environmental advice and support to colleagues on projects, commissioning, procurement, policy and strategy
- Assisting with and leading the identification and production of funding bids and other opportunities aligned with the team’s business plan, strategy and priorities

Our Offer to You
We are committed to nurturing talent and supporting your career development in a friendly, collaborative environment. We encourage innovation and welcome your ideas to improve our ways of working. Benefits include:

- Generous annual leave entitlement of 26-32 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, adoption and dependents leave
- Two volunteering days per year
- Flexible working arrangements through the Smarter Working Scheme (role dependent)
- Adjustable and agile working using Google Chromebooks
- Access to a learning and development portal with a range of courses
- Discounts at local shops, restaurants, gyms and leisure centres
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme
- Electric vehicle leasing scheme
- Confidential health, wellbeing and counselling support

Application Process
Please apply online outlining your skills, abilities and experience relevant to this role. Ensure your CV details are correctly uploaded. We value authenticity and expect personalised responses demonstrating your motivation and alignment with our PRIDE values. The closing date is indicative; early application is advised as we may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, anonymising applications to reduce bias and encouraging diverse interview panels. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria. Sutton is an accredited London Living Wage Employer, paying all employees the London Living Wage regardless of contract type or length.

Note: Sponsorship for work visas is subject to eligibility and budget and cannot be guaranteed for all roles.

Experience
Experience in working with others to facilitate action and deliver projects is essential. Proven ability to mobilise and motivate colleagues, partners and community members to lead climate change and sustainability initiatives is highly desirable.

About You
You have a flexible and proactive approach to overcoming challenges and barriers. You are passionate about the environment and tackling the climate crisis. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills enable you to manage competing deadlines and work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders. You thrive in a diverse and challenging environment and enjoy exposure to a broad range of council services.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications or experience in environmental science, sustainability, project management or related fields will be advantageous but are not explicitly stated as mandatory.