(4-Month Assignment)

(UK-based) | Available to travel

Start ASAP

 

Are you an experienced communications leader ready to hit the ground running? We’re seeking an Interim Head of Communications to lead a high-performing team through a dynamic and impactful 4-month assignment, covering parental leave.

 

 

About the company

The organisation sets standards to ensure climate projects deliver real, measurable benefits for both the environment and communities. It helps certify carbon reductions and support sustainable development with integrity.

 

 

About the Role

Starting ASAP (with the current post-holder departing in the second week of May), you’ll steer a well-established Communications function through a busy and exciting period, while leading a small team of 3 people.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the Communications team during parental leave cover.
• Drive forward the implementation of the communications strategy and work plan, including:
• Oversight of website and print collateral, content development, and design.
• Development of thought leadership content.
• Shaping and executing the direct communications content strategy.
• Management of the digital strategy, including social media and ambassador activation.
• Media engagement and relations.
• Event strategy and delivery.
• Monitor and report on progress against communications objectives in collaboration with the Campaigns Manager.
• Lead planning and delivery of a major 2-day conference in Paris (early June), as well as other ongoing event activities.

 

What They're Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in a non-profit, NGO, or similar environment working in a communications capacity.
• Proven leadership in a senior communications role.
• Strong experience across digital, content, media, and events.
• Confidently managing remote teams and delivering at pace.
• Ability to start quickly and manage competing priorities with a positive, proactive approach.

 

If you're available immediately and excited by the opportunity to lead during a key moment, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to Jesse Harford for more details at jesse.harford@acre.com

(6-Month FTC)

Location: Bedfordshire- hybrid working basis, 2 days per week in the office

 

 

Acre is currently working with a market-leading transport organisation that has sustainability at the forefront of everything they do and is responsible for serving millions of customers every single year. Join as a Sustainability Executive, as part of their dynamic Sustainability Team, for an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.

 

 

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the airport’s ambitious commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2040. As a Sustainability Executive, you’ll play a vital role in supporting a range of major projects and initiatives aimed at improving carbon performance and driving impactful change across the site’s operations.

 

 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of sustainability and net zero projects, helping to shape the organisation’s strategic environmental goals.
• Manage multiple projects to improve Scope 1 and 2 carbon performance, including fleet decarbonisation and on-site energy efficiency.
• Assist in project planning, documentation, and stakeholder management to ensure timely and smooth delivery of initiatives.
• Support renewable energy projects, helping to deliver low-carbon technology benefits across the site.
• Develop business cases for energy management improvements, assisting in capex budget planning and financial reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Legal, and Operations teams to drive projects forward and secure supplier agreements.
• Maintain detailed project tracking systems, spreadsheets, and reporting mechanisms to ensure effective management and compliance.

 

 

About the Team

• Top global performer on GRESB ESG benchmark
• 53% procurement spend with local suppliers
• 74% recycling rate
• Over 1,000 trees planted through volunteering
• Significant investment in local communities

 

 

What you will bring

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in sustainability or project support roles, ideally within infrastructure, aviation, construction, or similar sectors.
• A relevant degree in environmental management, sustainability, business, or related fields (preferred but not essential).
• Strong project management skills with a highly organised, detail-oriented approach.
• Analytical skills with confident use of database systems and advanced Excel.
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to manage and influence a wide range of internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure, balancing multiple projects simultaneously with a proactive and collaborative mindset.

 

 

This is a unique chance to make a real impact at a critical time for the industry. If you are a driven sustainability professional with a passion for project delivery and a commitment to net zero ambitions, we would love to hear from you.

 

 

Apply directly or get in touch with Jesse Harford at jesse.harford@acre.com to hear more about the role.

Acre is partnering with Earthtree, a subsidiary of Earthbanc, to identify an experienced and dynamic HR Manager to lead and develop the HR function in a fast-growing environment.

 

This role requires a strategic HR leader with expertise in recruitment, talent management, and compliance with Indian labor laws.

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping HR policies that foster efficiency, employee engagement, and organizational growth.

 

 

About Earthtree

Earthtree is the Indian subsidiary of Earthbanc, a Swedish climate technology company dedicated to developing agroforestry, regenerative agriculture, and ecosystem restoration projects worldwide. Its mission is to create climate and biodiversity co-benefits while fostering sustainable livelihoods. In India, Earthtree partners with farmers and landowners to drive income generation and economic empowerment. By delivering last-mile climate funding it scales up nature-based solutions and creates market linkages that increase landholders’ incomes.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with company goals.
• Establish and manage HR systems, including travel reimbursement processes, attendance tracking, leave management, and grievance redressal mechanisms.
• Lead recruitment efforts, from sourcing to onboarding, for various seniority levels across India.
• Ensure compliance with Indian labor laws and regulations.
• Design and execute talent management, career development, and employee retention initiatives.
• Oversee employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop competitive compensation and benefits programs.
• Manage payroll processing, compliance, and HRIS operations.
• Create and refine job descriptions in consultation with technical experts.
• Ensure HR processes are efficient, scalable, and employee-friendly in a rapidly expanding organization.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers and employees on HR-related matters.
• Maintain accurate HR documentation, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Oversee data management, record-keeping, and coordination with EPFO, PF Department, and Employee State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).
• Lead the onboarding program for new hires.
• Drive initiatives that foster a positive and engaging workplace culture.

 

 

What You Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Khasi and Jaintia languages is desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of HR management experience in India, preferably in a fast-growing organization.
• Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws and compliance requirements.
• A proactive, people-centric approach with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to develop and execute HR strategies effectively.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced, evolving work environment.
• Strong people development skills and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Experience managing interdisciplinary and remote teams across multiple time zones.
• Exceptional project and time management skills, with proficiency in digital tools.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications

• International work experience in diverse cultural settings.
• Experience in building HR functions from the ground up.
• Background in managing virtual teams within rapidly growing companies.
• Familiarity with HR software and automated systems.

 

 

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Full-time role with relocation assistance.
• Opportunity to accelerate your career in a rapidly expanding organization.
• Be part of a mission-driven company making a tangible impact on climate, biodiversity, and communities.
• Work from the Shillong office while contributing to global environmental solutions.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace offering equal opportunities to all applicants without discrimination.

 

 

Acre is proud to support Earthtree in recruiting for this critical role. Apply today to be part of a team driving meaningful environmental and social impact. For more information, please contact Jesse Harford jesse.harford@acre.com

Acre is partnering with a fast-growing climate technology company to identify a highly skilled and motivated Group Accounting Manager to join its corporate team in Stockholm, Sweden. This role requires an experienced professional who will oversee quality assurance for accounting across all global subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with international accounting standards and local regulations.

 

 

Our client is a climate technology company that develops and finances global agroforestry, regenerative agriculture, and ecosystem restoration projects, creating climate and biodiversity co-benefits. They partner with farmers and landowners, globally, to implement nature-based solutions, scale climate funding, and enhance sustainable livelihoods through agro-commodity market linkages.

 

 

The position involves preparing consolidated financial reports for audits, implementing standardised accounting processes, and mentoring regional finance teams to enhance financial accuracy, reporting, and operational efficiency.

 

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

• Assist in the implementation of a group consolidation system

• Set up, process, prepare, and coordinate monthly financial closings with subsidiaries, ensuring accurate reporting in the consolidation system

• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and the group's annual report according to IFRS, identifying gaps between local GAAP and IFRS

• Coordinate with external auditors for group audits

• Provide leadership and guidance to accounting teams in subsidiaries, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and principles

• Support Swedish financial reporting in collaboration with an offshore accountant and external third-party providers

• Ensure quality assurance for accounting standards across multiple countries and subsidiaries

• Take a hands-on, operational role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of global financial processes

• Support transfer pricing and double taxation assessments to ensure compliance with OECD practices

• Assist in implementing internal controls to meet group audit requirements

 

 

 

 

About the Ideal Candidate

 

• Fluency in both Swedish and English (written and spoken) is required for Swedish reporting and global collaboration

• Experience working in an unstructured company setup and leading transformation efforts to establish structured accounting processes

• Experience implementing consolidation tools is a plus

• Hands-on approach to operational accounting tasks, willing to support daily accounting activities in subsidiaries

• Proven experience as an Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, or similar role in an international company

• Broad expertise in Accounting and Financial Control processes in an international context, particularly with IFRS

• Experience working with both global organisations and startups/scale-ups

 

 

 

Requirements

 

• A university or equivalent degree in accounting

• 10+ of relevant experience in accounting, finance, or a similar field

• Strong understanding of Swedish K3 and IFRS regulations

• A proactive, hands-on approach, taking full ownership of financial processes from reporting to execution

• Adaptability in a dynamic environment, with a willingness to embrace change and improve processes

• A forward-thinking mindset, bringing new ideas and digitisation initiatives to enhance efficiency

 

 

 

What's Offered

 

• A collaborative and dynamic work environment with the opportunity to make a significant impact

• A fast-growing company with strong career development potential

• The chance to contribute to climate action, biodiversity preservation, and sustainable communities on a global scale

 

 

 

The company values diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without any form of discrimination. If this sounds of interest, please feel free to reach out to Jesse Harford at jesse.harford@acre.com for a further conversation.