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Climate Resilience Lead
Climate Resilience Lead – Help Shape the Future of Climate Resilience Worldwide
Join Haskoning, an independent, employee-owned consultancy, and drive our global approach to flood, coastal, and water resilience, while delivering practical, large-scale solutions in climate advisory.
About the Role
This is a high-visibility leadership position combining strategy, business development, client engagement, and thought leadership. You will position Haskoning as a global leader in climate resilience solutions, fostering growth and impact across flood risk management, coastal resilience, and integrated water systems.
At the heart of this role is the ability to translate strategy into action, build global networks, and transform opportunities into meaningful projects that address climate-related challenges.
What You Will Do
Shape Global Market Strategy
- Define and evolve Haskoning’s global climate resilience strategy, ensuring alignment with priority markets and clients.
- Set the strategic direction to strengthen our global positioning in water resilience and climate advisory.
- Identify key sectors, sectors, and investment trends and convert them into actionable market insights, value propositions, and growth plans.
Drive Business Growth and Development
- Build a strong pipeline of strategic opportunities, supporting major pursuits with tailored client engagement and winning strategies.
- Collaborate with business development and marketing teams to convert opportunities into high-value projects.
Develop Strategic Client Relationships
- Engage with senior clients, investors, and industry partners to strengthen market presence and ensure Haskoning’s services remain innovative.
- Act as the main point of contact for key account strategies, aligning solutions with client needs and market demand.
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Lead Industry Engagement & Thought Leadership
- Represent Haskoning externally as an authority on climate resilience, building credibility through publications, events, and partnerships.
Connect Expertise Globally
- Foster cross-disciplinary collaboration across Haskoning’s international teams, bridging regions and capabilities.
- Support the development of future alignments in climate resilience, ensuring innovation and readiness for emerging market needs.
Where You Will Work
Haskoning is an international consultancy specialising in engineering, design, consultancy, and technology, serving clients across:
- Infrastructure & Climate Resilience
- Renewable Energy & Decarbonisation
- Sustainable Mobility
This position reports directly to the Strategy Director – Water & Maritime and has a flexible home base in the Netherlands or the UK, with mandatory international travel.
What You Bring
- Strategic leadership experience in a business development or commercial role, ideally in global consulting or engineering.
- Strong expertise in climate resilience, with a focus on flood, coastal, and water management – or related infrastructure sectors.
- Proven success in winning high-value, complex projects and expanding business portfolios.
- A robust external network across clients, partners, and investors in the sector.
- Ability to thrive in international environments, influencing senior leaders and bridging teams.
- Highly commercial mindset, aligning strategy with tangible business outcomes.
- Legal right to work in the Netherlands or the UK.
- Degree in civil engineering, environmental sciences, or a related discipline.
What You Can Expect
At Haskoning, employee well-being and growth are central to our success. Our benefits package ensures a balanced, fulfilling career while making a real impact.
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Core Offerings:
- Competitive salary with annual reviews, based on expertise and performance.
- Flexibility and support – tailoring work to personal life while maintaining high engagement.
- Development opportunities, including:
- Tailored learning programmes and mentorship
- Knowledge-sharing sessions and continuous upskilling
- PeLoad in Work Communities – inclusive, welcoming culture with diversity at its core.
- Voluntary networks, such as Pride and Young Haskoning, fostering a sense of belonging and teamwork.
Additional UK and NL benefits can be explored on Haskoning’s website.
Why Join Us?
We are committed to "Enhancing Society Together"—shaping a future where challenges are turned into opportunities.
If you want to make an immediate, lasting impact while growing your leadership skills in a dynamic environment, we’d love to meet you.
**Applications close: July 24.
**How to apply: **Submit your CV and motivation letter through the apply link.
Recruitment Process:
Unless otherwise specified, our process involves:
- An initial online conversation
- A strategic assessment & presentation interview (in-person or virtual)
- A final interview with senior leadership
- Online psychometric assessments
Have questions? Reach out to Sanne Bron, Recruiter via sanne.bron@haskoning.com.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Haskoning, we celebrate diversity and embrace individuality. We strive to create environments where everyone feels valued, regardless of background, age, gender, or personal characteristics.
Join us in building a world where every challenge is met with creativity and collaboration.
More on our ED&I initiativeshere.
Apply now and help shape the future of climate resilience!
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