Job Location : London, UK
Climate17 is delighted to be partnering with The Greater South East Net Zero Hub (GSENZH); a high-profile and high-impact government-backed group, designed to develop and support the delivery of projects to accelerate the UK’s transition to Net Zero.Set up by the UK government in 2018 and funded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), there are five Local Net Zero Hubs across England. All Hubs work together to help the UK reach Net Zero.To date, the Net Zero Hubs have supported 200+ major Net Zero projects valued at over £4Bn including large-scale solar, Heat Networks, Smart Grids, domestic retrofit, hydrogen development, public estate-wide energy opportunity assessments, fleet and depot decarbonisation, network constraint, building decarbonisation & research & development.
The opportunity
GSENZH is assembling a team to launch and manage a net-zero pilot programme across Manchester, West Midlands & York & North East Yorkshire Combined Authorities.As part of that team, we are seeking a Finance Project Officer - Green Finance & Net-Zero to sit within the Local Net-Zero Accelerator (LNZA) Programme, which aims to develop place-based investment opportunities for projects across multiple Net Zero sectors, and to test the scalability of this approach with the investment community.This is an exciting opportunity for professional growth in the field of green finance and sustainable investment. The post holder will have an excellent understanding of and experience in project investment and produce written work to a high standard, ensuring alignment with programme goals and requirements of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.Whilst GSENZH is responsible for oversight and management of the pilot scheme as an independent Hub, this role will work closely with the South West Net Zero Hub (SWNZH) who are commissioned to manage the delivery of the Green Finance Support Service (procured via the GSENZH).The role will report into the LNZA Programme Lead but work closely with the SWNZH Investment Manager. As Green Finance Project Officer, you will provide advice and support, and undertake research and intelligence gathering to help inform and shape future support to public sector organisations.
Responsibilities will include:
Qualifications, knowledge & experience required
About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
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Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.
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