Green Economy Analyst 2023

Supporting the transition to a green, low carbon and resilient society is a priority growth area for Technopolis Group. For over a decade, we have constantly expanded our expertise on environmental policy topics and have provided support to policy-makers in designing, implementing and evaluating policies and programmes related to the green transition. We work for policy makers and other public-related stakeholders at various geographical scales: UK Government Departments, European Commission, Agencies, local authorities, but also national promotional banks or development banks (EIB, WB, EBRD, AFD, IDB, AFDB…).

We are looking to recruit a motivated and experienced specialist to join our dynamic and growing team, as an Analyst with specific expertise on topics related to the Green Transition.

The position is based in Brighton or London with partial remote working possible.

The salary will be defined based on the experience of the candidate and will range between £27k and £30k plus a yearly bonus based on performance.

About us

Technopolis Group is an international research and consulting organisation with a 30+ year track record in policy research and evaluation. Our clients are predominantly public or third sector and include various UK government departments, such as DESNZ, DSIT, Defra and UK Research and Innovation. International clients include the European Commission and other international bodies, e.g. the EIB, OECD and WHO. We have grown steadily over the past 30 years and are continuing to expand internationally, with over 250 consulting staff working across 12 offices, from Brighton and London in the UK to the Ivory Coast and Colombia.

Technopolis Group started as a consultancy firm for the evaluation of science, technology and innovation. While evaluation is still at the core of our company, we have over the years built up the know-how to support decision making on a broad range of topics. Our experts provide strategy and foresight, manage networks and provide project management support for even the most complex projects. We are acquainted with a wide range of quantitative methods and deliver advanced data analytics that is ahead of the curve. We evaluate policies, evaluate their impact and communicate them effectively to experts and the broader public. We never settle for out-of-the-box solutions but work with our clients to find the approach that best fits their needs.

Our core areas of policy expertise include energy and environment, research and innovation, health and life sciences, and higher education. Our technical expertise spans the full extent of the social research methods used in policy evaluation, from classic econometrics and cost benefit analyses to realist methods like contribution analysis and on to more prospective techniques like technology foresight. The UK Green Economy team has achieved recent success in evaluating policy areas such as renewable energy supply, energy technology innovation, resource efficiency, environmental protection and green finance and investment.

We are a mid-sized, staff-owned consultancy with strong values and a culture of openness: we bring together the talent and enthusiasm of our multi-cultural, multi-lingual staff from across the globe, and provide a stimulating, learning-based environment for all.

Your mission

The role of an Analyst in our Green transition team will be to provide cross-cutting support in conducting policy evaluations, sectoral and technical studies, strategic support and consultancy projects for some of our major clients in the UK and at the European/international level e.g. UK Government (DESNZ, DSIT, DBT), UKRI, European Commission,

Within project teams, the work will include:

• Documentary analysis and literature reviews
• Interviews
• Survey design and analysis
• Statistical analysis
• Preparation of deliverables (e.g., reports, presentations
• Internal and external meetings.

The role will also require contribution to the company’s business development activities (i.e., proposal preparation). The role will be part of Technopolis Group’s green transition practice but may be required to work on projects linked to other policy areas as well (e.g., health, innovation). You will be expected to achieve yearly billability targets (with support from your line manager).

No previous professional experience is required. Prior experience is an asset.

Your profile

We are looking for an individual to strengthen our team working on Green Transition, which is at the forefront of national policy-making on many topics: energy transition, building retrofit, research and innovation to support the transition, climate change (mitigation and adaptation), environmental protection, etc.

We are looking for a curious individual who is interested in working in Policy Consulting. A specific interest or experience working on policies to support the transition to carbon neutral economies is expected.

Previous experiences working for the public sector / consulting /academic research would be considered a plus but is not a condition for eligibility. Consultancy projects typically involve teams of 3-5 people carried out over a 6-12 months, projects (1-2 people) and some very much larger (25+ people).

Specifically, candidates should have

• A higher degree in a relevant subject (Master’s level or above)
• A thorough practical knowledge of, and affinity with, energy or climate change policy
• Knowledge of policy/programme evaluation methods.
• Experience of using a range of qualitative and / or quantitative research methods
• Highly computer literate (e.g. MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, SPSS)
• The ability to write well and to a professional standard, in English.
• Self-motivation, intellectual curiosity and an ability to work independently
• A willingness to travel and work in international teams.

Other desirable attributes include

• Ability to prioritise and multi-task, and work under strict deadlines
• Excellent oral communication
• Ability to deliver client ready reports on time and to budget.

The candidate is expected to be fluent in English. Fluency of a second language would be considered an asset.

Why us?

• A competitive salary and performance-related bonus scheme, along with 25 holiday days each year (in addition to the eight statutory holiday days), private healthcare and a generous personal pension contribution. The company also operates a cycle-to-work scheme
• Challenging and varied projects conducted in a dynamic environment and working closely with senior analysts in government and other clients
• An opportunity to work with wider Technopolis Group offices and clients across Europe and internationally. Working for some of the world’s most important and influential public bodies
• A strongly positive and diverse working atmosphere within a tight-knit team of like-minded professionals working between London and Brighton, while also being part of a larger international research company with multiple opportunities for international cooperation
• A tailored programme of training since the start, from both a content perspective (thought leaders, methodological specialists) and in the areas of business development and company leadership
• Good career progression and a support system (line managers, mentors) in place. The majority of the existing senior management team all joined as junior members of staff
• The opportunity to unlock additional benefits as your career progresses, including extended leave, enhanced maternity / paternity / adoption leave.

The position would be full time ideally, but can be part-time for the right candidate, with the potential for some level of flexible working, to fit with family and other commitments.

This will be a permanent position, following the successful completion of a 6-month probationary period.