Location
Westminster, London

Hours
Full time, Monday to Friday - 40 hours per week

Salary
Competitive per annum plus bonus, company car/cash allowance, medical cover and pension

About the Role
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. We're looking for someone equally committed to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. At Veolia, everyone helps work alongside communities, look after the environment, and contribute to an inclusive culture.

We are seeking an exceptional Portfolio Manager to lead Westminster's multi-million pound commercial operation, driving strategic growth whilst delivering environmental excellence across our prestigious London portfolio.

Key responsibilities include:
- Strategically managing and developing the Westminster Commercial Waste portfolio, ensuring alignment with Westminster City Council objectives.
- Driving portfolio growth through oversight of sales, customer experience, communications, and service delivery excellence.
- Fostering strategic partnerships with key stakeholders including Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), local associations, and environmental organisations.
- Identifying and capitalising on business development opportunities while maintaining exemplary client satisfaction.
- Providing expert consultancy on waste minimisation, environmental impact, and carbon footprint assessments.
- Spearheading strategic, multi-million pound partnerships with key commercial clients and BIDs, driving innovative sustainability initiatives.
- Monitoring and reporting on sustainability KPIs including waste diversion rates and recycling performance.
- Leading and developing high-performing teams through coaching, training, and professional development.
- Ensuring departmental compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
- Delivering budgeted revenues and profits while implementing growth strategies.
- Collaborating with Credit Control to maintain healthy debt management and resolve invoice queries promptly.

What we offer:
- Eligible for an annual performance bonus
- Option to choose from a company car or car allowance
- Private medical cover
- 25 days of annual leave
- Access to our company pension scheme
- One paid day leave every year to volunteer and support your community
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential

Experience
- Demonstrated experience leading large (10+ direct reports), high-stakes teams in fast-paced environments with proven ability to manage turnover while maintaining excellence
- Knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance requirements
- Experience delivering sustainability consultancy and guidance to commercial clients
- Experience developing and implementing carbon reduction strategies
- Strong understanding of circular economy principles
- Budget setting and finance reporting
- Proven ability to create and present sustainability reports and proposals
- Experience managing and developing regional and key accounts
- Proven experience in carbon footprint calculations and analysis
- Excellent communication, influencing, negotiating, and presentation skills

About you
- Committed to ecological transformation and sustainability
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Comfortable engaging with diverse stakeholders including local authorities, commercial clients, and operational teams
- Proactive and strategic thinker with a passion for environmental excellence

Qualifications
Desirable:
- Relevant environmental or sustainability qualifications
- Experience working with Local Authority clients
- Experience with operational teams and collection services (Municipal and/or Commercial)
- Track record of implementing successful waste minimisation programs
- Knowledge of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks
- Understanding of renewable energy solutions and energy efficiency measures
- Experience with Echo (operational system), Salesforce (CRM), and PowerBi or equivalent platforms