Sustainability Officer (Maternity Cover)

Sustainability Officer (Maternity Cover)

The National Galleries of Scotland

Deadline: 26 August 2026 at 12:00

Full-time (35 Hours) and Fixed Term (9 months)

Salary £46,218 - £51,725 per annum

Plus generous benefits package

Hybrid / flexible working

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sustainability Officer to join our team. We're looking for an experienced sustainability professional who can combine strategic thinking with practical delivery. You'll be confident working across an organisation, building strong relationships with colleagues and external partners, and communicating complex environmental issues in a clear and engaging way to a wide range of audiences. We're particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience working in the sustainability and environment sector.

This role will suit someone who is knowledgeable, proactive and adaptable, with the confidence to take ownership of projects while bringing others with them. You'll be comfortable working with data, legislation and reporting requirements, while also being passionate about encouraging positive environmental behaviours and finding opportunities to improve how we work.

You will be responsible for managing and coordinating the delivery of the National Galleries of Scotland Environmental Response Plan. This involves delivering the strategy for the organisation, coordinating colleague engagement to support behaviour change and managing projects to reduce environmental impact and carbon emissions. You will also ensure compliance to Scottish Government legislation for public bodies climate change duties and biodiversity duties for annual reporting and target setting.

Ideally, you'll be available to start at the end of September or beginning of October. The initial contract is for 9 months, with the possibility of an extension of up to 3 months.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.

The deadline is Wednesday 26 August 2026 at 12:00.

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Traditional Arts / Visual Arts / Cultural Tourism