Head of Group Environmental Strategy & Compliance Assurance

Drax is seeking a Head of Group Environmental Strategy & Compliance Assurance to lead the environmental strategy across the UK, USA, and Canada. This permanent, full-time role involves setting environmental standards, overseeing compliance programs, and providing strategic leadership on environmental matters. The position requires a strong background in environmental practices and compliance, with international travel expected. The job is hybrid, allowing for flexible work locations.
Head of Group Environmental Strategy and Compliance Assurance
Flexible location – Glasgow, Selby, London
Permanent, full time
Hybrid working
Closing date: Friday 15th August 2025
Who we are

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.
You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.
About the role
As Head of Group Environmental Strategy and Compliance Assurance, you’ll lead the development and implementation of Drax Group’s environmental strategy across UK, USA and Canada. This includes setting environmental standards, developing governance frameworks and overseeing compliance assurance programmes.
This role requires a robust understanding of operational processes and their associated environmental governance framework, permitting requirements and compliance assurance good practice across the UK, USA and Canada. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to navigate complex environmental regulations and implement effective strategies aligned with local, regional and national standards. Therefore, the role will include some international travel.
You’ll provide strategic leadership and expert guidance on environmental matters across the Group, acting as primary advisor on environmental risks, emerging trends and opportunities.
The role also includes responsibility for governance and stewardship of key environmental areas such as air quality, emissions, water, and waste. You’ll oversee the development of environmental data systems, management information and reporting frameworks to evidence compliance, inform decision making and drive continual improvements.

Who we’re looking for
The successful candidate will have a strong background in environmental best practices and compliance assurance, with experience in a senior leadership role. You’ll be proficient in using data and insights to drive decision making and demonstrate a deep and practical understanding of environmental regulation in different jurisdictions.
This role requires proven experience in managing regulatory interactions and leading large-scale environmental compliance programmes. Ideally, you’ll have a background in industries such as Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Construction or similar.
You’ll be proficient in the collecting, managing and analysing environmental data to support evidence -based decision making and drive improved environmental outcomes.
Additionally, you’ll demonstrate strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. This will be coupled with excellent communication and reporting skills, and a proactive strategic mindset with strong attention to detail.
Rewards and benefits

As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle:
- Competitive salary
- 25% on-target discretionary group performance-based bonus
- 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Single cover private medical insurance
- Pension scheme
We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.
Together, we make it happen.
At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.
How to apply
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Salary: GBP 43200 - 72000 per year

Experience: 5 years required