Consultant - Climate Policy

ICF is a leading provider of science-based climate, environmental and energy advisory services to private and public sector clients across the globe. We help our clients progress on their transformation journey, from the understanding of this rapidly evolving landscape to the design and implementation of impactful strategies and action plans all the way to their evaluation.

To support the continued growth of our Sustainable Finance, Climate and Biodiversity Policy practice, we are looking for a Consultant to join our team in Brussels, Spain or London. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team and support our diverse policy work. You will get the opportunity to work on flagship projects such as the Innovation Fund, studies related to climate diplomacy, and the transformation of our society towards a net-zero, nature positive and socially just model. Your work will benefit clients such as the European Commission, national governments, and international and national development finance institutions.

Our team has built a reputation for the successful delivery of large, complex projects, developing innovative solutions that drive positive change for their clients and support the overall sustainable transition in the EU and beyond. Some of our flagship projects include:

• Providing continuous expertise since 2019 to support the successful implementation of the EU Emissions Trading System’s Innovation Fund
• Supporting the design of decarbonisation strategies and transition pathways at EU and national level
• Supporting the development of a long-term research and innovation agenda towards 2050 climate neutrality (see report here)
• Designing Sustainable Finance Action Plans for different EU Member States (e.g. Poland, Italy) to redirect public and private capitals towards the low carbon transition
• Delivering the European Business and Biodiversity Platform since 2013 for the European Commission
• Evaluating the impact of green bonds on supporting climate mitigation investments for the European Investment Bank and European Bank for Reconstruction & Development
• Supporting National Promotional Banks in Poland and Spain with their sustainable finance strategies

Responsibilities:

You will work as part of a multi-national, multi-disciplinary and collaborative team of climate and environmental experts, economists, engineers, financial experts, and communication specialists to:

• Support the delivery of projects for public and private clients
• Support the deployment of discrete tasks and activities
• Provide robust and sound qualitative and quantitative analysis and support the translation of complex data into meaningful and impactful recommendations
• Engage with stakeholders through both quantitative and qualitative surveys
• Support ICF’s thought leadership in climate policy, identifying emerging trends and opportunities and help to translate these into new service offers that will benefit clients  

Required qualifications & skills:

• Fluency in spoken English and excellent writing skills
• Master’s degree in climate or environmental sciences, environmental economics, environmental engineering, political sciences, or a related discipline
• Professional working experience of 2-4 years in the field of climate policy at EU level, with an excellent understanding of the latest policy developments (e.g. Net Zero Industry Act; Climate Law; EU ETS; etc.).
• Strong qualitative and quantitative analysis capability, including advanced knowledge of Excel and equivalent tools
• Proven communication skills and track record in the field of stakeholder engagement, especially within public authorities and the business and finance community
• Ability to work independently as well as within multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary consulting teams spread across several countries and time zones

Preferred qualifications & skills

• Fluency in a second EU language
• Entrepreneurial mindset eager to innovate and develop new solutions to address the climate and environmental crises

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About us:

Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. 

Learn more about what we do and our commitment to inclusion.  

The benefits of joining ICF:

Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you’ll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well.

 

We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role.

 

To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support.

 

We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called ‘You Matter’, which awards points as a ‘thank you’ for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee.

 

ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include:

• Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions.
• Dental insurance and an online GP service.
• 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service).
• Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution
• Life assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick.
• Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay.

 

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