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Company Description Lawler Sustainability helps businesses significantly reduce energy costs while accelerating their journey to Net Zero. The company specializes in smart technology, energy efficiency measures, and renewable energy integration to drive cost savings and measurable sustainability outcomes. By optimizing energy performance, Lawler Sustainability reduces operational expenses, enhances asset value, and supports long-term resilience. The team provides clear, actionable advice, including support with grant funding, ESG compliance, and tailored decarbonization strategies. Lawler Sustainability thrives on complex challenges and partners with organizations seeking to cut costs, improve efficiency, and secure a sustainable future.

Role Description The Managing Director will lead Lawler Sustainability’s strategic direction, operations, and commercial growth, ensuring the business delivers high-impact energy and sustainability solutions for clients. This full-time, on-site role based in Kilkenny involves overseeing business development, managing key client relationships, and driving new market opportunities aligned with Net Zero and ESG priorities. The Managing Director will guide senior leadership teams, set performance targets, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include financial oversight, resource planning, risk management, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. The role also involves representing the organization externally, engaging with stakeholders, and advocating for sustainability-focused policies and partnerships.

Qualifications

  • Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience guiding multidisciplinary teams and nurturing a collaborative, high-performance culture.
  • Proven strategic planning and business development capabilities, including setting growth targets, identifying new markets, and building long-term client relationships.
  • Solid financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, P&L oversight, and making data-driven decisions to support sustainable growth.
  • Background in energy, engineering, sustainability, or related fields, with familiarity in energy efficiency, renewable integration, and Net Zero strategies.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present complex technical and financial concepts clearly.
  • Track record of overseeing complex projects or programs, ensuring effective governance, risk management, and compliance with relevant regulations and ESG standards.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, sustainability, or a related discipline; a master’s degree or professional certifications in sustainability or energy management are advantageous.
  • Ability to work on-site in Kilkenny and maintain strong local, national, and international networks within the energy and sustainability sectors.