Head Of North America at Confidential Atlanta, GA

The Head of North America role at a confidential company in Atlanta, GA involves developing sustainability strategies for U.S. clients. The candidate will lead projects, manage a local team, and support business growth. Required qualifications include 6+ years of experience in sustainability consulting, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work independently. The position is full-time with less than 10% travel required.
Head Of North America job at Confidential. Atlanta, GA.

Head Of North America

About the Company

Innovative organization promoting corporate responsibility & sustainability

Industry
Business Supplies and Equipment

Type
Privately Held

Founded
2019

Employees
11-50

Categories
• Advice
• Business Development
• Consulting
• Consulting & Professional Services
• Corporate & Business
• Sustainability
• Environment
• Business Ethics
• Civil Rights
• Charity
• Communications
• Corporate Citizenship
• Sourcing
• Advertising Campaigns
• Content Management
• Administrative Consulting
• Professional Services
• Agency

Specialties
• Corporate Responsibility
• Sustainability
• Sustainability Strategy
• Business and Human Rights
• Environment
• Transparency and Governance
• Responsible Sourcing
• Ethics
• Philanthropy and Community
• Communications
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Advisory Boards
• Campaigns and Content
• and ESG

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Head of North America to spearhead the development and implementation of sustainability strategies for U.S.-based clients. This role is pivotal in supporting the founders to establish and grow the U.S. operation, with a focus on creating more responsible and sustainable businesses. The successful candidate will be responsible for securing and leading a variety of projects, including strategy, engagement, communications, and operations. This will involve client delivery, business development, people and organizational management, and internal knowledge management. The Head of North America will also be instrumental in building and leading a local team, as well as shaping the company's presence in the region.

The ideal candidate will be a deeply experienced and entrepreneurial Sustainability Consultant with a minimum of 6 years' experience in the field. They must possess strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, and have a proven track record in talent acquisition and team development. The role requires an individual with the ability to work independently, think creatively, and plan effectively to deliver multiple projects at a high standard. A client-first mindset, a desire to play a key role in a fast-growing company, and a commitment to the values of sustainability and responsible business practices are essential. The Head of North America will also be expected to have a sophisticated understanding of change management in complex organizations and deep specialist knowledge of environmental or social issues.

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions
• Business Development