Head of Improving Rivers
Quick answer
Thames21 is hiring a remote Senior Head of Improving Rivers (London-based) paying £55,000 - £60,000 to lead river restoration and environmental evidence programmes.
- Role
- Head of Improving Rivers
- Organization
- Thames21
- Location
- London, UK
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £55,000 - £60,000 pa
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Lead and grow Thames21’s Improving Rivers Team to deliver high-quality river restoration, catchment management and environmental evidence programmes, while contributing to organisational growth and strategic partnerships.
What you'll do
- Lead the strategic development of the Improving Rivers portfolio
- Direct and support Improving Rivers Managers to deliver a coherent programme of work
- Ensure robust project governance, risk management and reporting
- Represent Thames21 with senior stakeholders
- Promote effective use of organisational systems and data within the team
- Hold delegated authority for budget setting and expenditure sign-off
What it takes
- Strategic leadership experience
- Experience in programme oversight and management
- People leadership and development experience
- Experience in finance and funding
- Experience in external relations and advocacy
- Experience in reporting and governance
What you'll bring
How we treat you
25 days annual leave (plus public holidays) and office closure between Christmas and New Year; flexitime/TOIL. Auto-enrolment workplace pension with NEST with 8% employer contribution. Laptop and mobile phone for company use; season-ticket/bike loan (interest-free). 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in London, UK, with a hybrid work schedule.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £55,000 - £60,000 per annum.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include strategic leadership experience, programme oversight and management experience, people leadership and development experience, finance and funding experience, external relations and advocacy experience, and reporting and governance experience.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by the closing date of 2nd October 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Thames21's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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