Our mission at HubSpot is to help millions of organizations grow better. As part of that mission, we’re committed to building a business future generations can be proud of. The Director of Responsible Business will lead this next chapter, shaping how we integrate responsible business practices into how we operate, grow and build our brand. In this role, you’ll bring strategic clarity, operational excellence, and strong cross-functional leadership to elevate responsible business principles in meaningful, scalable ways across HubSpot.
- Lead the next evolution and execution of HubSpot’s responsible business strategy, integrating it into business growth aspirations as well as operations.
- Partner with leadership to evolve HubSpot’s long-term vision, goals, and roadmap for sustainable and purpose-driven growth.
- Identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement across sustainability strategy, operations, reporting, and engagement.
- Serve as a thought leader on emerging trends in responsible business and purpose-driven growth, especially within digital and AI-powered industries.
- Strengthen governance structures that ensure compliance with global sustainability standards, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder expectations.
- Establish and manage clear commitments, performance metrics, and reporting mechanisms that drive accountability and measurable impact.
- Oversee sustainability reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with leading frameworks and disclosure standards.
- Coordinate external ratings, rankings, and assurance activities to demonstrate progress and maintain credibility with stakeholders.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to embed responsible business principles into company culture, brand recognition, decision-making and day-to-day practices.
- Represent HubSpot in responsible business forums, partnerships, and external initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in responsible business, sustainability, corporate citizenship or a related field.
- 5+ years of leadership experience guiding teams or major strategic programmes.
- Ability to influence senior executives, collaborate across diverse teams, and drive alignment in ambiguous environments.
- Demonstrated success in designing, implementing, and scaling responsible business strategies in fast-growing organisations.
- Experience in building authentic purpose-driven brand awareness in a commercial environment.
- Strong program management skills with the ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives from concept to delivery.
- Expertise in sustainability data analysis, reporting, and interpretation, with experience applying leading standards and frameworks.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A proactive, mission-driven mindset and the ability to thrive in dynamic, evolving contexts.
- Experience in global organisations operating across the UK, Ireland, or the EU regulatory landscape.
- Familiarity with digital, technology, or AI sector sustainability challenges and opportunities.
- Prior experience engaging with sustainability ratings, rankers, and assurance bodies.
We know the confidence gap and impostor syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you.
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At HubSpot, we value both flexibility and connection. Whether you’re a Remote employee or work from the Office, we want you to start your journey here by building strong connections with your team and peers. If you are joining our Engineering team, you will be required to attend a regional HubSpot office for in-person onboarding. If you join our broader Product team, you’ll also attend other in-person events, such as your Product Group Summit and other gatherings, to continue building on those connections.
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About HubSpot
HubSpot (NYSE: HUBS) is an AI-powered customer platform with all the software, integrations, and resources customers need to connect marketing, sales, and service. HubSpot's connected platform enables businesses to grow faster by focusing on what matters most: customers.
At HubSpot, bold is our baseline. Our employees around the globe move fast, stay customer-obsessed, and win together. Our culture is grounded in four commitments: Solve for the Customer, Be Bold, Learn Fast, Align, Adapt & Go!, and Deliver with HEART. These commitments shape how we work, lead, and grow.
We’re building a company where people can do their best work. We focus on brilliant work, not badge swipes. By combining clarity, ownership, and trust, we create space for big thinking and meaningful progress. And we know that when our employees grow, our customers do too.
Recognized globally for our award-winning culture by Comparably, Glassdoor, Fortune, and more, HubSpot is headquartered in Cambridge, MA, with employees and offices around the world.
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