Global Lead For Net Zero And Decarbonisation

Department: Climate & Nature Solutions : Business Line Management

Location: United Arab Emirates

Description

We are open to considering candidates globally for this role; location is flexible.

The Global Lead for Net Zero and Decarbonisation is a senior leadership role responsible for setting the global strategy, growth agenda, and market positioning of Anthesis' decarbonisation offering, ensuring a clear and differentiated proposition that connects client demand with technical expertise.

The role drives commercial success through business development, flagship client engagement, go-to-market leadership, and revenue growth, while also leading innovation, thought leadership, and the evolution of services in response to changing market and regulatory requirements.

Working as part of the Global Business Line Leadership Team, the role influences and coordinates teams across regions to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery, support talent development and strategic hiring, and strengthen collaboration across Anthesis' global network.

Success is measured through revenue growth, new business generation, strategic client expansion, thought leadership impact, service innovation, and the delivery of a clear long-term growth strategy for the decarbonisation business.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Direction & Oversight (20%)

Global “Center of Expertise” Strategy Development

• Connect client demand with technical expertise to shape the global solution strategy and provide clarity on where Anthesis can successfully compete and differentiate.
  
  

• Collaborate closely with other Climate & Nature GSLLs to maximize the client value proposition and demonstrate the strength of One Anthesis.
  
  

• Keep the “Center of Expertise” market opportunity at the forefront of regional leadership discussions by sharing successes, challenges, and emerging opportunities to accelerate growth.
• Partner with regional teams to support the development and execution of growth plans.
  
  

• Take a hands-on role in securing 5–10 flagship client engagements and support teams in identifying and pursuing subsequent phases of the client journey.
  
  

• Lead the global go-to-market strategy by:
• Staying abreast of market drivers, emerging issues, and regulatory developments.
• Framing and contextualizing value propositions in response to evolving client needs.
• Developing and refining service offerings that resonate with clients.
• Testing offerings to assess both risk and value-creation opportunities.

• Translate, position, and promote “Center of Expertise” service offerings to Key Clients and high-growth/high-value accounts across the North America region.
  
  

• Lead innovation across the “Center of Expertise” portfolio, including new or enhanced service offerings, digital products, and market- or sector-specific adaptations that respond to client needs and market developments.
  
  

• Strengthen Anthesis’ global market presence by generating thought leadership on emerging issues, technical insights, and innovative delivery approaches.
• Increase visibility through proactive speaking engagements, publications, media opportunities, and industry participation.
  
  

• Support business growth by helping operations recruit, develop, and retain the required expertise, including building a pipeline of strategic hires and acquisitions, and supporting their successful integration into Anthesis.
  
  

• Partner with “Center of Expertise” technical leads across regions to drive global consistency and quality, enhancing client satisfaction through:
• Engaging technical communities to address delivery challenges and share learnings.
• Designing and implementing upskilling initiatives based on client needs and workforce capabilities.
• Promoting the sharing of best practices, lessons learned, and proven tools and approaches.
• Equipping regional teams with evolving value propositions and marketing collateral to support service campaigns.
  

• 15–20 years of experience, combining a strong commercial and sustainability background.
• Global perspective, supported by relevant international experience.
• Reporting line: reports to the Global Business Line Lead and works in close collaboration with Regional Line Leaders (RLLs).
• Position within the organisation: member of the Global Business Line Leadership Team.
• Management scope: responsible for cross-functional team coordination, driving alignment and influence across stakeholders without direct authority.