About Acre
We exist to create systemic change for our planet and society by activating people's potential.
Since 2003, Acre has been a global pioneer in sustainability recruitment. We work with trailblazing organisations to build teams that drive environmental and social progress. As a certified B Corp with offices in London, New York, Amsterdam, and Singapore, we've placed leaders in over 55 countries, led the development of global thought leadership like the Sustainability Census, and built the largest sustainability-focused search business in the world.
Our Industry & Infrastructure practice works with the world's most influential organisations in sectors such as construction, logistics, manufacturing, and the built environment - helping them transition toward a low-carbon, circular, and resource-efficient future.
The Role: Principal Consultant - Infrastructure & Industrial Sustainability
We're looking for a purpose-led, commercially savvy Principal Consultant to lead retained search assignments in the infrastructure and industrial sectors. You'll support organisations undergoing deep operational change - from decarbonising supply chains and modernising logistics, to embedding ESG across construction and engineering projects.
You'll be empowered to shape your niche, own your market strategy, and develop long-term partnerships with leaders who are redefining sustainability in hard-to-abate sectors.
What You'll Do
- Lead your market: Define and grow a dedicated vertical within infrastructure and industry, focusing on ESG, net-zero transformation, and operational sustainability.
- Deliver impact through hiring: Manage executive search mandates across sustainability strategy, climate risk, responsible sourcing, and beyond.
- Build powerful partnerships: Engage with senior decision-makers in global infrastructure firms, consultancies, and manufacturers.
- Champion career journeys: Build deep relationships with candidates - not just for roles today, but for a future of ongoing impact.
- Lead by example: Mentor others, contribute to a values-led team culture, and support the evolution of Acre's industrial practice.
What We're Looking For
- Executive or senior-level recruitment experience - ideally with exposure to infrastructure, industry, or sustainability.
- A track record of retained search delivery and commercial success.
- A consultative style with the ability to engage credibly at C-suite and board level.
- Knowledge or curiosity around sustainable infrastructure, carbon management, or ESG in complex supply chains.
- A mission-aligned mindset: you believe business can be a force for good and want your work to reflect that.
- A growth mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaborative approach to work.
Why Join Acre?
- Make commercial impact with purpose: Every placement helps reshape business for a more resilient, sustainable world.
- Work on the frontline of industry transformation: Infrastructure is at a tipping point - your work will help guide legacy organisations into the future.
- Global platform, local focus: With a strong international brand and in-house research, data, and marketing, we empower you to lead your space.
- People-first culture: Our team thrives on ambition, care, and integrity. We succeed together - and we enjoy the journey.
- Growth and ownership: Alongside competitive pay and commission, you'll access Acre's long-term incentive plan, which rewards shared success through equity-style rewards.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We believe diverse teams drive greater impact. At Acre, we're building a team that reflects the diversity of the industries we serve and the planet we work to protect. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.
Ready to shape the future of Industry?
If you're commercially driven and purpose-led, with the energy to drive change in one of the world's most critical sectors - let's talk. To find out more, click through to our internal recruitment brochure here.