(4-Month Assignment)

(UK-based) | Available to travel

Start ASAP

Are you an experienced communications leader ready to hit the ground running? We’re seeking an Interim Head of Communications to lead a high-performing team through a dynamic and impactful 4-month assignment, covering parental leave.

About the company

The organisation sets standards to ensure climate projects deliver real, measurable benefits for both the environment and communities. It helps certify carbon reductions and support sustainable development with integrity.

About the Role

Starting ASAP (with the current post-holder departing in the second week of May), you’ll steer a well-established Communications function through a busy and exciting period, while leading a small team of 3 people.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the Communications team during parental leave cover.
• Drive forward the implementation of the communications strategy and work plan, including:
• Oversight of website and print collateral, content development, and design.
• Development of thought leadership content.
• Shaping and executing the direct communications content strategy.
• Management of the digital strategy, including social media and ambassador activation.
• Media engagement and relations.
• Event strategy and delivery.
• Monitor and report on progress against communications objectives in collaboration with the Campaigns Manager.
• Lead planning and delivery of a major 2-day conference in Paris (early June), as well as other ongoing event activities.

What They're Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in a non-profit, NGO, or similar environment working in a communications capacity.
• Proven leadership in a senior communications role.
• Strong experience across digital, content, media, and events.
• Confidently managing remote teams and delivering at pace.
• Ability to start quickly and manage competing priorities with a positive, proactive approach.

If you're available immediately and excited by the opportunity to lead during a key moment, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to Jesse Harford for more details at jesse.harford@acre.com

(6-Month FTC)

Location: Bedfordshire- hybrid working basis, 2 days per week in the office

Acre is currently working with a market-leading transport organisation that has sustainability at the forefront of everything they do and is responsible for serving millions of customers every single year. Join as a Sustainability Executive, as part of their dynamic Sustainability Team, for an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the airport’s ambitious commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2040. As a Sustainability Executive, you’ll play a vital role in supporting a range of major projects and initiatives aimed at improving carbon performance and driving impactful change across the site’s operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of sustainability and net zero projects, helping to shape the organisation’s strategic environmental goals.
• Manage multiple projects to improve Scope 1 and 2 carbon performance, including fleet decarbonisation and on-site energy efficiency.
• Assist in project planning, documentation, and stakeholder management to ensure timely and smooth delivery of initiatives.
• Support renewable energy projects, helping to deliver low-carbon technology benefits across the site.
• Develop business cases for energy management improvements, assisting in capex budget planning and financial reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Legal, and Operations teams to drive projects forward and secure supplier agreements.
• Maintain detailed project tracking systems, spreadsheets, and reporting mechanisms to ensure effective management and compliance.

About the Team

• Top global performer on GRESB ESG benchmark
• 53% procurement spend with local suppliers
• 74% recycling rate
• Over 1,000 trees planted through volunteering
• Significant investment in local communities

What you will bring

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in sustainability or project support roles, ideally within infrastructure, aviation, construction, or similar sectors.
• A relevant degree in environmental management, sustainability, business, or related fields (preferred but not essential).
• Strong project management skills with a highly organised, detail-oriented approach.
• Analytical skills with confident use of database systems and advanced Excel.
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to manage and influence a wide range of internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure, balancing multiple projects simultaneously with a proactive and collaborative mindset.

This is a unique chance to make a real impact at a critical time for the industry. If you are a driven sustainability professional with a passion for project delivery and a commitment to net zero ambitions, we would love to hear from you.

Apply directly or get in touch with Jesse Harford at jesse.harford@acre.com to hear more about the role.