Head of Impact

Bridges Fund Management Ltd.; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading impact investment firm is seeking a Head of Impact to drive the integration of impact into investment strategies, enhance portfolio value creation, and engage with investors. This senior role offers the opportunity to shape sustainability agendas and lead a high-performing team in London. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in impact investing, strong knowledge of climate solutions, and excellent leadership skills. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays

5% pension contribution

Enhanced family friendly policies

Employee healthcare benefits

Employee protection benefits

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in private funds management and impact investing.
• Familiarity with SFDR/SDR regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Integrate impact into all investment strategies.
• Identify impact-driven portfolio value creation initiatives.
• Support fundraising and increase LP engagement.

Skills

Strong knowledge of climate solutions

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Influencing at senior levels

Communication skills

Education

Senior professional experience in impact investing and ESG

Job description

Head of Impact

We are seeking an exceptional Head of Impact to help shape and lead Bridges’ impact and sustainability agenda, working closely with the CEO.

• Responsible to: Michele Giddens
• Start Date: TBC
• Status: Closing 2nd January 2026
• Location: London / Hybrid

Our Head of Impact will work to ensure that impact is fully embedded in our investment model – helping to identify new investment areas, driving impact-led value creation within the portfolio, increasing investor engagement, and strengthening Bridges’ position as a market leader in impact management.

The Head of Impact will also work closely with our Head of Communications to grow Bridges Insights – our internal knowledge function that works to develop and share our proprietary expertise – with a view to strengthening our internal capability and supporting the growth of the wider impact investment market.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a senior impact or ESG professional to join an established, globally-respected private markets platform focused exclusively on sustainability and impact. Bridges’ Head of Impact will play a crucial part in shaping not only the next chapter of our own growth story, but also the wider evolution of sustainable private markets.

The role is based in London, with an expectation of two to three days per week in the office. Flexible arrangements are available, and we welcome applications from candidates seeking part-time work (minimum 60% FTE).

The opportunity

Ensure impact is integrated into all our investment strategies

• Provide oversight and leadership to the members of the impact management team embedded in each fund strategy
• Ensure high-quality, fit-for-purpose impact due diligence, management and disclosure processes are operating effectively across the firm
• Upskill team members on our impact approach, and keep the firm updated on updates in the wider ecosystem
• Collaborate effectively with deal teams and the Investment Committee to ensure that impact remains a key driver of the decision-making process
• Lead the development and application of decarbonisation approaches and measurement frameworks across the portfolio – ensuring consistency, transparency, and value creation

Identify and lead impact-driven portfolio value creation initiatives

• Work with portfolio leadership teams to identify and implement impact-linked initiatives that also strengthen commercial performance
• Review and continuously upgrade how Bridges engages with its portfolio to improve outcomes in areas such as decarbonisation, climate transition, workforce development, governance, and health and wellbeing
• Build capability to assess and support investments in climate solutions, positioning the firm to capture opportunities from emerging technology and the global shift to a low‑carbon economy
• Oversee consistent monitoring and reporting; supporting boards in managing impact performance as rigorously as financial performance

Support fundraising and increased LP engagement

• Work closely with the Bridges Client and Strategy Development team to serve existing and prospective LPs with expertise on impact
• Position the firm with investors as a differentiated, expert impact investor, who can incorporate impact into the design of products.
• Deliver transparent, data-driven impact reporting aligned to LP expectations and regulatory requirements (SFDR, SDR etc).
• Communicate our funds’ impact performance in ways that resonate with both technically sophisticated LPs and broader stakeholder groups.
• Support the development of fundraising materials and impact goals for new strategies.

Develop and share Bridges’ impact expertise

• Represent the firm in market and policy discussions on impact investing, sustainability, and relevant thematics (e.g. climate and nature).
• Build knowledge, partnerships and networks that strengthen the firm’s leadership in impact investing and the transition to a more sustainable and inclusive economy.

Key Deliverables

• Firm-wide impact strategy and framework with measurable results.
• Robust impact reporting infrastructure meeting LP and regulatory standards.
• Demonstrable impact-driven value creation across the portfolio and in realised exits.
• Recognition of the firm as a market leader in climate, sustainability, and impact-driven private funds management.
• A motivated, high-performing impact team integrated effectively with investment professionals.

Your experience

Senior professional with proven experience in impact investing and ESG in private funds management, ideally across private equity and property

• Strong knowledge of climate solutions
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (SFDR/SDR)
• Experienced in assessing and applying decarbonisation metrics—including measurement, target-setting, and tracking progress across portfolios.
• Track record of linking impact performance to financial performance.
• Strong skills in stakeholder management, collaboration, and influencing at senior levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively: clear line management, coaching, and culture-building.
• Skilled communicator, able to translate technical analysis into strategic narratives.
• Energetic, collaborative, and credible – able to bring fresh ideas, enthusiasm, and a positive cultural influence into the group

Compensation & Benefits

We are proud of our high‑calibre, high‑performing team at Bridges. You can expect to work in a vibrant, inclusive and collaborative environment where the focus is on making successful and sustainable investments that deliver lasting financial, social and environmental value for all our stakeholders.

You can expect:

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and role level
• 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays
• 5% pension contribution

A range of benefits, including enhanced family friendly policies, employee healthcare benefits (PMI and Dental), employee protection benefits (group income protection and life insurance), an employee assistance programme, alongside other initiatives to promote the wellbeing of our team and a healthier working environment.

Application Process

Applications will close on the 2nd January 2026. We will review applications from the 5th January 2026 and will arrange interviews from that week onwards. We expect the process to take up to six weeks.

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