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Acre

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior (5-8 years)
  • New York

AI generated summary

  • You must possess extensive leadership experience, strong strategic skills, and a proven track record in managing operations across North America to drive growth and performance.
  • You will lead regional strategy, drive business growth, manage teams, foster client relationships, and oversee operations in North America to achieve company goals.

Requirements

  • - Minimum of six years experience as an effective and influential Sustainability Consultant.
  • - Exceptional leadership skills and a track record in talent acquisition and team development.
  • - Ability to develop and implement business growth strategies.
  • - Highly sophisticated understanding of the politics and means of delivering change management progress in complex multi-national organizations.
  • - Proven experience working on projects with high profile clients and the ability to generate clear and accurate insights.
  • - Ability to plan effectively to deliver multiple projects to a high quality at pace.
  • - Deep specialist knowledge of one or more environmental or social issue.
  • - Understanding of core financial measures.
  • - Ability to shape, manage, motivate, and continually develop effective teams.
  • - Experienced in recruitment with a track record of "right first time" hires.
  • - Talent for inspiring teams behind vision and purpose.
  • - Role modelling of socially conscious and ethically responsible business practices.
  • - Skilled and trusted relationship builder.
  • - Motivated, proactive, and driven.
  • - Comfortable around senior leaders and stakeholders.
  • - Able to work to, and manage, tight deadlines across multiple workstreams.
  • - Driven to continually learn and grow both personally and professionally.
  • - Engaging and influential presenter across multiple topics and sectors.
  • - Compelling communicator across all formats, written and verbal, with an eye for detail and numerical skills.
  • - Willingness to travel domestically (for client engagements and/or conferences) and to the UK.

Responsibilities

  • Client Delivery (50%)
  • Development and oversight of large programs of work with well-known international brands, providing high-quality strategic counsel and advice based on years of experience and solid judgment.
  • Preparation of presentations, research materials, and written reports.
  • End-to-end management of all client work from pitching to delivery including budgets, project and resourcing plans.
  • Management of several mid-sized projects at any one time, which may include strategy development, materiality assessments, training and engagement programs, sustainability reporting, data analysis and disclosures.
  • Management of analysts on projects and collaboration to establish priorities.
  • Provision of meaningful and thoughtful feedback to colleagues on projects, direct reports and senior colleagues.
  • Business Development (25%)
  • Monitoring of regulatory and industry developments to identify and explore new areas of service delivery.
  • Active contributions to BRODIE thought leadership, events and marketing initiatives in the U.S.
  • Establishment and growth of a professional network of clients and partners, with support and inspiration from the BRODIE U.S Advisory Council as well as the UK team.
  • Collaboration with co-founders to design and implement business plans and procedures.
  • Leadership of the development of project proposals and pitches (with UK-based support).
  • Evaluation of business performance and setting of goals for performance and growth in partnership with co-founders, finance and operations colleagues.
  • People and Organizational Management (15%)
  • Organizational design and implementation of a talented and agile BRODIE U.S team of up to five members, including recruitment and onboarding.
  • Line management and leadership of the new team, including all aspects of performance and development and ensuring a great place to work with opportunities for progression.
  • Sourcing of exceptional freelancers as required (with the support of existing networks).
  • Selection of, and collaboration with, a suitable local HR advisory partner, as needed for legal matters.
  • Leadership in adherence to BRODIE values, policies, processes and systems.
  • Attendance at BRODIE team meetings and training sessions.
  • Internal Knowledge Management and Continuous Learning (10%)
  • Sharing of research and insights with the wider team.
  • Preparation of presentations, research materials, and written reports.
  • Contributing to BRODIE thought leadership.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Head of North America at BRODIE?

The primary role of the Head of North America is to support BRODIE's founders in building the U.S.-based operation from the ground up, focusing on client delivery, business development, people management, and internal knowledge sharing within the context of sustainability strategy and implementation.

What percentage of BRODIE's total revenue comes from U.S.-based clients?

Around 50% of BRODIE's total revenue is generated from U.S.-headquartered businesses.

What prior experience is required for this position?

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of six years of experience as an effective and influential Sustainability Consultant.

What are the key responsibilities of the Head of North America?

Key responsibilities include client delivery (50%), business development (25%), people and organizational management (15%), and internal knowledge management and continuous learning (10%).

What types of clients will the Head of North America work with?

The Head of North America will work with a range of U.S.-based clients, including well-known international brands across sectors such as food and beverage, consumer goods, and hospitality.

What kind of team will the Head of North America be responsible for building?

The Head of North America will be responsible for building a talented and agile team of up to five members in the U.S., including all aspects of recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.

What type of leadership qualities are expected from the Head of North America?

The ideal candidate should demonstrate exceptional leadership skills, the ability to inspire and develop teams, and have a track record in talent acquisition and team development.

What is the compensation range for this position?

The base salary for the Head of North America position ranges from $175,000 to $200,000, plus a performance-based discretionary bonus.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include health insurance, 401K retirement contributions, a competitive paid time off allowance, and flexible working arrangements.

Is BRODIE committed to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, BRODIE is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining a progressive and inclusive workplace, offering equal opportunities regardless of ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

How does a candidate apply for the Head of North America position?

Interested candidates can apply directly through the provided link or contact Richard Kent, Head of Research at Acre, via email at richard.kent@acre.com.

Acre

Rewiring homebuying

Finance
Industry
11-50
Employees
2018
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Acre is transforming the way we buy property. Getting a mortgage is a huge decision, but it's also a huge pain. We're changing the way brokers, banks, and insurers manage your information to allow a faster and more transparent process for everyone involved.