Head of Climate Strategy

Arriva Group

Lead the climate strategy and support decarbonisation at Arriva, a major European transport operator. Shape sustainable transport initiatives and engage with stakeholders on climate matters.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeSunderland • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development of Arriva's Group-wide climate strategy and long-term decarbonisation roadmap.
Shape Arriva's position on sustainable mobility and modal shift, supporting greater adoption of public transport.
Work with commercial and external affairs teams to influence policy, funding and regulatory developments.
Represent Arriva with policymakers, industry bodies and transport authorities on climate and sustainability matters.
Provide strategic oversight of emissions reduction initiatives across fleet, energy, property and operational activities.
Partner with key stakeholders to ensure zero-emission transition programmes align with climate objectives.
Identify emerging technologies, regulatory developments and opportunities that accelerate progress towards net-zero ambitions.
Advise senior leaders on climate-related investments and business cases.
Lead Arriva's approach to climate risk identification, assessment and management.
Develop frameworks and governance processes that support effective climate risk management across the Group.
Lead climate scenario analysis and resilience planning to support long-term strategic decision-making.
Provide expert guidance on emerging climate risks and adaptation strategies.
Own Arriva's climate reporting strategy and governance framework.
Oversee carbon reporting, emissions accounting and climate-related disclosures.
Lead engagement with relevant frameworks and standards, including TCFD, ISSB, CDP and SBTi.
Work closely with auditors, investors and other external stakeholders on climate performance and reporting requirements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Deep knowledge of climate change, decarbonisation, climate risk and resilience.
Strong understanding of greenhouse gas accounting and emissions reporting, including Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.
Experience developing and delivering climate strategies and emissions reduction programmes within a complex organisation.
Knowledge of climate reporting frameworks and evolving sustainability regulations.
Proven ability to lead large-scale, cross-functional programmes and influence senior stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills, including experience presenting to executive and board-level audiences.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to turn complex challenges into practical solutions.
Experience engaging with investors, regulators, auditors and industry bodies.
Experience within transport, infrastructure, energy or other asset-intensive sectors would be advantageous but is not essential.

Benefits

Comp & perks

opportunity to shape and influence the climate agenda of a major European transport operator
platform to drive meaningful change
work alongside senior leaders across the business
inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive
applications from individuals with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are welcomed

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Hard Skills & Tools

DecarbonisationClimate Risk AssessmentEmissions Reduction ProgrammesClimate Scenario AnalysisClimate Reporting Frameworks

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationAnalytical Problem-SolvingInfluencing Senior Stakeholders