Circular Economy Programme Lead

Are you passionate about creating a more sustainable, circular future for our region? We’re looking for a driven and collaborative Programme Lead to spearhead the next phase of
Circular Tayside
, working with businesses, local authorities, academia and national partners to deliver the new
Tay Cities Circular Economy Strategy and Action Plan
.

This is a rare opportunity to shape a high‑profile regional programme, coordinate meaningful partnerships, and support innovative circular projects that deliver real economic and environmental impact across Tayside.

• Leading delivery of the region’s Circular Economy Strategy & Action Plan
• Relaunching and growing Circular Tayside as a cross‑sector collaboration platform
• Building strong relationships with business, public sector, academia and third‑sector partners
• Developing programme plans, reporting progress and meeting milestone commitments
• Showcasing success stories and raising the profile of circular economy innovation
• Driving forward new project opportunities and supporting stakeholders to take action

• Experience in programme or project coordination, ideally with multiple partners
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills
• Ability to manage work streams, deliver outcomes and meet reporting deadlines
• Interest in circular economy, sustainability or net‑zero transition
• A confident collaborator who can bring people together to make things happen

Circular Tayside is evolving into a bold, region‑wide programme designed to accelerate the shift to a more circular, resilient local economy. You’ll be at the centre of that transformation—helping to unlock opportunities, build momentum and turn great ideas into practical action.

• Fixed-term to July 2027 (project funded)
• Based across Dundee, Angus & Perthshire, with flexible working
• Demonstrated experience in programme or project coordination involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong relationship‑building skills across public, private and third sector audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing reports, briefings and content for different audiences.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple work streams, deadlines and reporting cycles.
• Understanding (or clear interest in developing understanding) of circular economy principles and net zero agendas.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, facilitation or partnership development.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office tools and digital platforms.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Ready to make an impact? If you’re motivated by sustainability, collaboration and meaningful regional change, we’d love to hear from you.