Livingston James Retained by Windward Energy to Appoint Chief of Staff

Windward Energy is a dynamic collective of businesses committed to accelerating the transition toward a more sustainable and resilient energy future. With a portfolio of green energy companies operating across the UK, they are tackling some of the most critical challenges of our time: expanding renewable energy generation, investing in modern grid infrastructure to deliver clean energy to homes and businesses, and pioneering advanced long-duration energy storage solutions.

The Chief of Staff is a pivotal figure in advancing their mission. As a strategic ally and trusted advisor to the CEO, this role will be instrumental in unifying their leadership, enhancing operational effectiveness, and ensuring that our highest-priority initiatives are executed with clarity and momentum. It offers a rare opportunity to operate at the heart of their organisation, with direct engagement across their board, investor community, and the broader Windward ecosystem.

We’re seeking an exceptional individual with a strong academic foundation, ideally degree-educated with an MBA or relevant advanced qualification, who thrives in strategic, high-performance environments. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record in top-tier management consulting, corporate strategy, or executive-level operations, with a nuanced grasp of business dynamics, strategic planning, and stakeholders. This role demands a rare blend of intellectual agility, operational sharpness, and emotional intelligence.

For further information please review the below brochure. To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact our retained advisor Sophie Randles at [email protected].

Direct applications or third-party introductions to Windward will be forwarded to Livingston James.

Windward Energy is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

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