ESDD / ESIA Director – ESG Advisory - Location: UK (Hybrid) | International Projects | Leadership Role
Central London, Greater London, South East, UK Wide, Flexible Home Working, International • Highly Competitive Dependant on experience - including Equity • Ref: JSM - 1236
Posted 27th April 2026
Are you an experienced ESG and environmental professional looking to step into a true leadership role within a fast-growing advisory business?
My client is an ambitious and rapidly expanding ESG consultancy working at the intersection of finance, infrastructure and sustainability, supporting major development projects across global markets.
They are now looking to appoint an ESDD / ESIA Director to lead and grow a critical service line, combining technical leadership, commercial delivery and team development.
The Opportunity
- This is a senior, high-impact role where you will:
Lead complex ESDD and ESIA projects for investors, lenders and developers
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, including financial institutions
Drive the growth and direction of the ESDD/ESIA offering
Manage and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary team
Play a key role in business development, client relationships and strategic planning
You’ll be working on major infrastructure and development projects globally, helping clients navigate environmental and social risk while unlocking investment opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead delivery of ESDD and ESIA projects from strategy through to execution
Manage client relationships and act as a senior point of contact
Oversee project quality, budgets and risk management
Provide technical leadership across environmental and social disciplines
Support and lead business development, bids and proposals
Develop and mentor a growing team
Shape and implement strategic growth plans for the service line
About You- You will bring:
Strong experience in ESDD, ESIA or ESG advisory within consultancy or finance
Proven ability to work with lenders, developers or infrastructure investors
Deep understanding of IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles and international ESG frameworks
A track record of leading complex projects and managing client relationships
Experience in business development and winning work
Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing teams
International project experience and exposure to emerging markets would be highly advantageous.
Why Join?
Opportunity to join a high-growth ESG advisory business
Work on complex, global infrastructure and investment projects
Genuine opportunity to shape a service line and influence strategy
Clear pathway to senior leadership and potential equity participation
Collaborative, entrepreneurial and impact-driven culture
If you’re looking for a role that combines technical leadership, commercial influence and global impact, I’d be keen to speak with you.
Contact Jeremy at JSM Associates for a confidential discussion.
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