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Sustainability Director
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 300 - 600 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Luton, Bedfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Director of Sustainable Development
Location: Luton
Contract Type: Full Time, Interim
Are you ready to shape a fairer, greener future for Luton?
We're looking for an ambitious and visionary leader to join us as Director of Sustainable Development. This is a high-impact role at the heart of Luton Council’s senior management team, leading critical services that will drive us toward our bold Luton 2040 vision – a healthy, fair, and sustainable town where no one has to live in poverty.
About the Role
As Director, you will lead a diverse portfolio of services including:
* Climate Change and Sustainability
* Planning Policy & Development Management
* Transport and Highways (including BSIP)
* Building Control and Strategic Flood Authority
* Fleet and Waste Management
You’ll play a strategic role in major regeneration projects like the Town Centre Masterplan, Luton Airport expansion, and our net zero carbon target by 2040. You’ll also act as a key advisor on environmental planning, development, and transport strategy — shaping Luton’s future through effective policy, leadership, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide visible, strategic leadership across the Sustainable Development division
* Drive performance and value across a £16m revenue and £16m capital portfolio
* Lead and deliver on the Council’s climate change roadmap
* Champion regeneration, economic growth, and inclusive development
* Build and manage high-performing, multidisciplinary teams
* Engage with senior stakeholders across government, business, and community sectors
* Act as Luton’s lead expert on environmental and planning policy
About You
We’re looking for someone with:
* A proven track record in senior leadership, ideally in planning, sustainability or environmental strategy
* Experience managing complex services and large-scale transformation
* A collaborative, people-first leadership style and strong political awareness
* Professional qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g., planning, transport, environment)
* Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RTPI, CIHT, CILT)
* A deep commitment to inclusive growth, climate action, and public serviceBefore You Apply
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