Senior Manager, Sustainability Program

GBTA | Global Business Travel Association

Senior Manager for Sustainability Program at GBTA Foundation, leading initiatives on climate action and sustainable practices in business travel. Engaging stakeholders and driving impact from sustainability strategies.

Posted 6/14/2026full-timeRemote • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSenior💰 £59,000 - £67,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead strategy & programs: Drive development and execution of the GBTA Foundation’s sustainability strategy and deliver high-impact global initiatives, research, and industry frameworks.
Innovate & generate insight: Identify emerging needs and develop new programs, partnerships, and thought leadership to accelerate industry progress.
Develop practical solutions: Create tools, resources, and clear guidance to help organizations measure, manage, and reduce emissions.
Engage & align stakeholders: Build strong relationships across members, partners, and industry groups; foster collaboration on shared goals, standards, and advocacy priorities.
Represent & activate impact: Serve as a key external voice, support policy and positioning, and lead education, events, and reporting to drive engagement and measurable outcomes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
7–10 years of relevant professional experience in sustainability, consulting, research, policy, or industry/nonprofit roles.
Experience working across multi-stakeholder, global environments—ideally in travel or related sectors.
Proven ability to design and deliver complex initiatives from concept through implementation.
Strong understanding of climate topics (e.g., Scope 3, decarbonization) and ability to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable insights.
Excellent stakeholder management, senior-level engagement, and strong written/oral communication, paired with solid project management and a proactive, collaborative mindset.
Valid Passport.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work environment
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Flexible working hours

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Hard Skills & Tools

sustainability strategyprogram developmentresearchemissions measurementpolicy developmentproject managementdecarbonizationstakeholder engagementinitiative designthought leadership

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationrelationship buildingproactive mindsetorganizational skillsinsight generationadvocacysenior-level engagementproblem-solvingcreativity

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree