BirdLife International is seeking a Head of Business and Nature to spearhead BirdLife's global engagement with the private sector and lead the further development and delivery of BirdLife's Business Engagement Strategy. This is a full-time (35 hours/week), fixed-term 2-year role (with possibility to extend) based in Cambridge, UK (hybrid working, minimum one day per week in Cambridge). Salary: £65,000 per annum depending on skills/experience, plus 12% pension contribution and 25 days annual leave (rising to 28).
In this role, you will provide strategic leadership and insight, build a high-impact portfolio of business collaborations and partnerships, and represent BirdLife in various external partnerships and fora. You'll lead the Business and Nature team, overseeing budget management and work-planning.
Key responsibilities: Shape and lead BirdLife's global Biodiversity and Business Engagement Strategy; position BirdLife as a leading voice on business, biodiversity and nature finance; represent BirdLife with senior business leaders, investors, governments and international partners; build strategic partnerships; grow and lead a high-impact business engagement portfolio; drive innovative approaches that embed biodiversity into business strategy and investment; lead and inspire the Business and Nature Department; and manage departmental planning, budgets and performance. The role requires regular national and international travel.
Requirements: An experienced and influential leader with a strong track record at the intersection of business, biodiversity and sustainable development. Significant experience in business engagement, corporate sustainability, conservation or environmental management, plus deep understanding of nature-related risks and frameworks such as TNFD, SBTN and Nature Positive. Proven ability to build strategic partnerships, influence senior decision-makers, and lead complex programmes, teams and budgets. A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline (or equivalent professional experience) is expected. Experience with renewable energy, extractives, fisheries, agriculture or finance sectors an advantage.
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online via the BirdLife International Teamtailor application form on the job posting page. See the full job description at https://www.birdlife.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Head-of-Business-and-Nature-JD-July-2026.pdf
https://birdlifeinternational.teamtailor.com/jobs/8102354-head-of-business-and-nature