Head of Business and Nature
Quick answer
BirdLife International is hiring a senior Head of Business and Nature (Cambridge, UK) for a fixed-term 2-year role with the possibility of extension, paying £75,000 per annum.
- Role
- Head of Business and Nature
- Organization
- BirdLife International
- Location
- Cambridge, UK (hybrid working, minimum one day per week in Cambridge)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £75,000 per annum depending on skills/experience, plus competitive 12% pension benefit
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
Head of Business and Nature at BirdLife International to lead global engagement with the private sector and develop the Business Engagement Strategy.
What you'll do
- Shape and lead BirdLife’s global Biodiversity and Business Engagement Strategy
- Represent BirdLife with senior business leaders, investors, governments and international partners
- Build strategic partnerships that expand reach, influence and impact
- Grow and lead a high-impact business engagement portfolio
- Drive innovative approaches that embed biodiversity into business strategy
- Lead and inspire the Business and Nature Department
What it takes
- Experience in business engagement, corporate sustainability, conservation or environmental management
- Deep understanding of nature-related risks, opportunities and leading frameworks
- Proven ability to build strategic partnerships with businesses, investors and other stakeholders
- Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to navigate complexity, balance competing priorities and deliver results
- Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline (or equivalent professional experience)
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Generous pension scheme, holiday starting at 25 days, increasing to 28 days, access to LinkedIn Learning, cycle to work scheme, employee assistance programme
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Cambridge, UK, with a hybrid working model, requiring at least one day per week in Cambridge.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes a salary of £75,000 per annum depending on skills/experience, plus a competitive 12% pension benefit.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in business engagement, corporate sustainability, conservation or environmental management, and a postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by Thursday 12 November 2026, 23:59 GMT.
Is the job remote?
The job is hybrid, with a requirement to work at least one day per week in Cambridge, UK.
How to apply
Apply directly on BirdLife International's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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