Overview

As Head of Sustainability, you’ll lead the development and delivery of Hill’s sustainability and ESG strategy across our residential and regeneration activities.

You will help drive Hill’s long-term ESG ambitions, support major project opportunities and position the business as a recognised leader in sustainability best practice across the sector.

You’ll play a central role in delivering Hill’s public ESG commitments, developing measurable sustainability targets and ensuring our projects create lasting positive impact for communities, customers, investors and partners. You will help shape places that are sustainable, inclusive and resilient for the future.

What you’ll do

  • Lead the development and implementation of Hill’s sustainability and ESG strategy across the business
  • Drive delivery of Hill’s public ESG commitments and long-term sustainability objectives
  • Promote sustainability best practice across Partnerships and Residential activities
  • Develop and manage sustainability operational plans, KPIs and performance reporting
  • Lead production of Hill’s annual Sustainability / ESG Report and external benchmarking submissions
  • Establish data collection and reporting processes across areas including carbon, energy, waste, water, procurement and social impact
  • Collaborate with regional, commercial, technical and development teams to embed sustainability into project delivery and regeneration opportunities
  • Support Development and Bid teams by leading sustainability content for bids, funding submissions and new business opportunities
  • Build strong relationships with Local Authorities, Housing Associations, consultants, investors and supply chain partners
  • Support implementation of responsible procurement and supply chain sustainability initiatives, including Scope 3 carbon reduction
  • Monitor legislation, policy updates, sector trends and ESG frameworks to inform strategy and continuous improvement
  • Lead sustainability training and awareness programmes to embed a culture of sustainability across the business
  • Manage external sustainability consultants and oversee ESG assurance and verification processes

What we’re looking for

  • Experience in sustainability, ESG leadership or environmental management within construction, housebuilding or regeneration
  • Strong understanding of carbon reporting, sustainability frameworks, environmental legislation and ESG best practice
  • Experience developing and delivering sustainability strategies across residential or urban regeneration projects
  • Commercial awareness with the ability to balance sustainability objectives with operational and business priorities
  • Experience managing ESG reporting, benchmarking and sustainability KPIs
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and presentation skills
  • Strong leadership capability with experience influencing cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver strategic initiatives in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for creating sustainable places, stronger communities and long-term positive impact through development and regeneration

What you’ll get:

  • 26 days holiday
  • Private healthcare and wellbeing platform
  • Hill Incentive scheme and retail discounts
  • Volunteering days and continuous learning opportunities
  • A high-performing and supportive team culture
  • competitive salary and package

Why Hill?

At Hill, we offer more than just a job — we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK.

Our culture is underpinned by our values:

  • Ambition – we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them
  • Impact – we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes
  • Agility – we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change
  • Collaboration – we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way

As a privately owned business, we’re able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard-working, driven people thrive here — and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it.

Join Hill and be part of a forward-thinking, values-led team. Together, we’re not just building homes — we’re building a lasting legacy.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

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