Chief Financial Officer

Environmental Defense Fund

Appointment of Chief Financial Officer

EDF delivers game-changing global climate change solutions

At Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), we tackle the biggest challenge of our time—climate change—with bold, science-driven, and economically sound solutions. With a global presence in more than 30 countries, EDF delivers results by partnering across sectors and communities to stabilize the climate, improve public health, and protect people and nature.

With a staff of over 900 professionals, including scientists, economists, and policy experts, and an annual operating budget of $300 million, EDF is one of the world's leading environmental organizations. We're powered by over 2.5 million members and built on scientific rigor, economic sustainability, diverse perspectives, and collaboration.

EDF is seeking a visionary and strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead the organization's global financial strategy and operations. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO will drive fiscal excellence, ensure long-term financial sustainability, and directly contribute to EDF's impact on climate solutions worldwide.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a mission-driven finance leader who combines strategic savvy with operational excellence—and who thrives at the intersection of climate impact, organizational growth, and financial innovation.

Our culture, values and commitment to organizational effectiveness make EDF an exciting and meaningful place to work.

To apply, please submit a Resume and Cover Letter, detailing how you fulfill the role description and personal specification to Perrett Laver's Vacancies page page quoting reference 8018 . The deadline for applications is Friday October 24th, 2025 .

The location for this position can be in the United States, with preference for New York, Washington DC, Boston, or San Francisco, with flexibility for the right candidate and the ability to travel approximately 30 percent of the time, including internationally. We offer a strong total rewards package encompassing competitive salary, robust benefits, and professional development opportunities consistent with a modern global organization.

The pay range for this role is $325,000-$350,000 USD, which takes into account factors such as candidate experience, skills, training, internal team equity, and local norms.

Environmental Defense Fund is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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