Technical Director - Biodiversity & Natural Capital International Project Finance | Biodiversity | IFC Performance Standards | Nature Finance | Emerging Markets Thomas Search is delighted to be partnering with a specialist international ESG advisory business to appoint a Technical Director - Biodiversity into a pivotal leadership position within its expanding Environmental & Social practice. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected consultancy operating at the forefront of international project finance, advising global lenders, investors and developers on some of the world's most complex infrastructure, energy and natural resource projects. You'll combine technical excellence with commercial leadership, helping grow a specialist consultancy recognised for delivering Environmental & Social advisory services on internationally financed developments. Working directly with senior clients, financial institutions and project sponsors, you'll provide strategic biodiversity advice that enables responsible investment and supports internationally recognised environmental and social standards. Projects span multiple sectors including: Industrial Development As Technical Director, you'll lead the development and delivery of complex biodiversity projects whilst helping grow both the team and the wider service offering. Leading complex international biodiversity and natural capital projects Advising international lenders, investors and project developers Acting as a trusted adviser to senior clients throughout the project lifecycle Supporting business growth through proposals, client development and strategic planning Driving technical quality and innovation across the business Building long-term relationships across the international project finance community Significant experience leading biodiversity consultancy projects within an international environment Strong knowledge of IFC Performance Standards, particularly Performance Standard 6 Excellent understanding of Critical Habitat Assessments, biodiversity risk and mitigation strategies Experience supporting major infrastructure, mining, energy or development projects Commercial awareness with experience supporting bids and client development Proven leadership of multidisciplinary project teams A genuine passion for building teams and growing technical capability Experience working with international financial institutions, export credit agencies or development finance organisations would be highly advantageous. Executive Search | Sustainability | Biodiversity | Natural Capital | Environmental Consulting | International Project Finance
Chief Technical Manager in London employer: Thomas Search Ltd
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