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Gifthealth Inc

Sustainability Leader

Columbus, OH · On-site

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Gifthealth

Sustainability Leader

Columbus, OH · On-site

$85K - $120K/yr

... executive leadership to embed sustainability into Gifthealth's sourcing decisions, supplier ... Establish policies, standards, and procedures that embed sustainability criteria into sourcing ...

giftHEALTH Inc

Sustainability Leader

Columbus, OH · On-site

$85K - $120K/yr

... executive leadership to embed sustainability into Gifthealth's sourcing decisions, supplier ... Establish policies, standards, and procedures that embed sustainability criteria into sourcing ...

CR&R Incorporated

Sustainability Manager

Stanton, CA

$90K - $150K/yr

This role sits at the intersection of environmental policy, municipal partnership, and community ... Direct visibility with municipal leadership and executive teams About Us CR&R Incorporated is one ...

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Sunbelt Rentals

Sustainability Manager

Fort Mill, SC

$100K/yr

... executive storytelling * Provide external-facing stakeholder engagement, showcasing our ... Master's degree in Sustainability, Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, Public Policy ...

Sunbelt Rentals

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Fort Mill, SC · On-site

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Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.

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CR&R INCORPORATED

Sustainability Manager

Stanton, CA · On-site

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive sustainability policy in the United States is $122,624.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,500.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees in environmental science, policy, or related fields, along with leadership experience.Usually requires a bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, sustainability, or related disciplines.
Work EnvironmentStrategic, high-level decision-making in corporate or organizational settings.Data analysis, research, and reporting in office or field environments.
Employer & IndustryFound in corporate, government, or NGO sectors focusing on sustainability strategies.Commonly employed by organizations to monitor and analyze sustainability performance.
Search & Comparison IntentPeople compare strategic roles focused on policy development and leadership.Individuals seeking operational or analytical roles in sustainability.

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Senior Counsel, Assistant General Counsel, Environmental and Sustainability Policy & Strategy

Korn Ferry Executive Search

Denver, CO • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Korn Ferry has partnered with a renewable chemicals and advanced biofuels company on a confidential search for a Senior Counsel, Assistant General Counsel, Environmental and Sustainability Policy & Strategy, based in Denver, Colorado.    

The Company

The company sits at the intersection of renewable fuels, carbon, and agriculture. They value inquisitive questions, innovation and achieving the impossible.  

The Role

Reporting to the General Counsel, this senior environmental policy attorney will lead legal and policy strategy across environmental regulation, sustainability, low-carbon fuels, and carbon markets. This role serves as a key advisor to Commercial, Carbon Business, Government Relations, Compliance, executive leadership, and the Board.  

The role is designed for an attorney who can connect policy, law, commercial strategy, and market opportunity. The successful candidate will help translate complex regulatory and carbon market developments into clear business guidance on product positioning, customer strategy, deal structure, pricing, sustainability claims, and market entry. 

A major focus of the position is protecting and growing the company's carbon abatement and sustainability value. The attorney will advise on policy frameworks and market mechanisms tied to sustainable aviation fuel, carbon removal, renewable natural gas, ethanol, specialty fuels, low-carbon fuel standards, voluntary and compliance carbon markets, sustainability certifications, and related registry standards.  

This person will also play an external-facing advocacy role, tracking and influencing federal, state, and international environmental and sustainability policy. Responsibilities include leading technical comments, advocacy papers, and white papers, as well as representing the company in industry associations, working groups, and standards bodies focused on renewable fuels, sustainable aviation fuel, carbon markets, sustainability certification, and carbon removal. 

Required 

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing (Colorado bar or eligibility to waive in). 
  • Minimum 15 years of progressively senior experience in environmental policy, with substantive experience in carbon markets and/or carbon market policy (compliance and voluntary). 
  • Demonstrated experience advising commercial or business teams on how policy and carbon markets shape market opportunity, product design, and contract structure. 
  • Working knowledge of U.S. and international low-carbon fuels frameworks (e.g., RFS, LCFS, 45Z, CORSIA, EU RED, ETS) and voluntary carbon market standards (e.g., Verra, Gold Standard, Puro, Isometric, ICVCM). 
  • Track record of influencing policy outcomes through technical comments, coalition leadership, and direct regulator engagement. 

Preferred 

  • Experience in SAF, biofuels, CCS/BECCS, RNG, or carbon dioxide removal sectors. 
  • Prior engagement with EPA, CARB, USDA, DOE, FAA, ICAO, or the European Commission. 
  • Familiarity with LCA frameworks (GREET, CA-GREET, CORSIA methodologies) sufficient to engage credibly with the technical team. 
  • Experience with sustainability certification standards. 

Compensation: Base compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience with an expected range of $225,000 - $250,000 annually. Offers a hybrid work environment, 10% bonus, equity eligible and a comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer paid premiums for health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance for employee and family, paid time off, annual bonus(es), 401K.   

Location: Denver, Colorado/Hybrid/Fully Remote 

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Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates, and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis. Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in connection with the recruitment process for this position.

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