Chief Innovation Officer

IAC
London
GBP 125,000 - 150,000
Job description

Job Description

BX is a scaling, science-led climate-tech developing innovative, AI driven products that support carbon credit projects and regenerative agriculture. Through their Environmental Farm Management Software, BX, is on a mission is to restore the planet for future generations by supporting farm practices that store carbon and create sustainable farming systems, all while increasing revenues for farmers and promoting long-term sustainability.

The Chief Innovation Officer will play a pivotal role in driving BXʼs scientific innovation, transforming cutting-edge environmental science into commercially viable technology solutions. This hands-on leadership position requires a deep understanding of environmental science, commercialisation, and product development.

If you’re passionate about combining environmental science with commercial tech solutions and are ready to lead a world-class team of scientists and innovators, this unique role is for you.

What You’ll Do:

As BX’s CIO, you’ll shape scientific strategy and turn breakthrough environmental science into scaleable, commercially viable technology products. You’ll collaborate with the product, tech, and executive teams to lead innovation across sustainability, carbon credits, and regenerative agriculture.

  • Lead Scientific Innovation: Drive the development of high-impact environmental tech that supports carbon credit projects and regenerative agriculture efforts.
  • Ensure Scientific Rigour: Set and maintain high standards for BX’s climate-related initiatives, from carbon footprint assessments to data integration.
  • Represent BX Globally: Act as the public face of BX’s scientific mission at industry events, conferences, and in the media.
  • Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a team of specialist scientists, transforming complex research into real-world solutions.
  • Data-Driven Decisions: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed AI-driven insights into tech and empower our customers with meaningful, actionable data.

What You’ll Bring:

  • PhD in Environmental Science or a related field (e.g., soil health, carbon credits, biochar, regenerative agriculture).
  • 10+ years of experience translating scientific research into commercial products in the ClimateTech or AgriTech space.
  • Proven leadership managing teams of specialist scientists and sustainability professionals.
  • Experience working closely with product development, engineering, and executive leadership teams.
  • A strong background in data analysis and product innovation.
  • Excellent communicator, with a track record of representing companies in high-profile settings like conferences, media, or investor meetings.

BX Culture:

BX fosters a culture of kindness, honesty, and empowerment. Team members are encouraged to take calculated risks, learn from challenges, and grow both personally and professionally. BX’s mission is to create positive, lasting change in the world, and their team is united in the drive to make a real difference.

If you're looking to be part of a team that's not just discussing climate action but creating it, BX encourages you to apply. Even if all qualifications aren’t met, BX values potential and is keen to meet passionate individuals ready to make an impact.

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