Key Skills

Job Description

Department: Climate & Nature Solutions : Business Line Management Location: Netherlands Description We are open to considering candidates globally for this role; location is flexible. The Global Lead for Net Zero and Decarbonisation is a senior leadership role responsible for setting the global strategy, growth agenda, and market positioning of Anthesis' decarbonisation offering, ensuring a clear and differentiated proposition that connects client demand with technical expertise. The role drives commercial success through business development, flagship client engagement, go-to-market leadership, and revenue growth, while also leading innovation, thought leadership, and the evolution of services in response to changing market and regulatory requirements. Working as part of the Global Business Line Leadership Team, the role influences and coordinates teams across regions to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery, support talent development and strategic hiring, and strengthen collaboration across Anthesis' global network. Success is measured through revenue growth, new business generation, strategic client expansion, thought leadership impact, service innovation, and the delivery of a clear long-term growth strategy for the decarbonisation business. Key Responsibilities Strategic Direction & Oversight (20%) Global “Center of Expertise” Strategy Development Connect client demand with technical expertise to shape the global solution strategy and provide clarity on where Anthesis can successfully compete and differentiate. Integrated Value Proposition Collaborate closely with other Climate & Nature GSLLs to maximize the client value proposition and demonstrate the strength of One Anthesis. Regional Interpretation Keep the “Center of Expertise” market opportunity at the forefront of regional leadership discussions by sharing successes, challenges, and emerging opportunities to accelerate growth. Partner with regional teams to support the development and execution of growth plans. Commercial Success (30%) Flagship Client Cultivation Take a hands-on role in securing 5–10 flagship client engagements and support teams in identifying and pursuing subsequent phases of the client journey. Go-to-Market Lead the global go-to-market strategy by: Staying abreast of market drivers, emerging issues, and regulatory developments. Framing and contextualizing value propositions in response to evolving client needs. Developing and refining service offerings that resonate with clients. Testing offerings to assess both risk and value-creation opportunities. Regional Client Engagement Translate, position, and promote “Center of Expertise” service offerings to Key Clients and high-growth/high-value accounts across the North America region. Innovation & Thought Leadership (30%) Solution & Service Innovation Lead innovation across the “Center of Expertise” portfolio, including new or enhanced service offerings, digital products, and market- or sector-specific adaptations that respond to client needs and market developments. Thought Leadership Strengthen Anthesis’ global market presence by generating thought leadership on emerging issues, technical insights, and innovative delivery approaches. Increase visibility through proactive speaking engagements, publications, media opportunities, and industry participation. Solutions Enablement (20%) Solution Growth Support business growth by helping operations recruit, develop, and retain the required expertise, including building a pipeline of strategic hires and acquisitions, and supporting their successful integration into Anthesis. Global Consistency & Quality Partner with “Center of Expertise” technical leads across regions to drive global consistency and quality, enhancing client satisfaction through: Engaging technical communities to address delivery challenges and share learnings. Designing and implementing upskilling initiatives based on client needs and workforce capabilities. Promoting the sharing of best practices, lessons learned, and proven tools and approaches. Equipping regional teams with evolving value propositions and marketing collateral to support service campaigns. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise 15–20 years of experience, combining a strong commercial and sustainability background. Global perspective, supported by relevant international experience. Reporting line: reports to the Global Business Line Lead and works in close collaboration with Regional Line Leaders (RLLs). Position within the organisation: member of the Global Business Line Leadership Team. Management scope: responsible for cross-functional team coordination, driving alignment and influence across stakeholders without direct authority.

Core Responsibilities

Set the global strategy and growth agenda for the decarbonisation offering, driving commercial success through flagship client engagements, go-to-market leadership, and revenue growth. Lead service innovation and thought leadership while coordinating regional teams to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery and develop the expertise needed to support growth.

Requirements

Requires 15–20 years of experience combining strong commercial and sustainability backgrounds, along with a global perspective supported by relevant international experience. The role requires senior leadership, cross-functional coordination, and the ability to influence stakeholders across regions without direct authority.