Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced policy analyst/researcher with experience covering areas linked to tackling climate change and energy transition.
The full-time role involves researching, setting up, maintaining and updating a written database of regional, country and sub-national policies dealing with climate change, with a particular focus on carbon pricing.
Your ideas to enhance our coverage will be encouraged, and we offer a work environment where your thoughts and experience will directly contribute to how we grow the business.
The day-to-day role will initially focus on setting up the database by analysing up-to-date information on climate policies around the world and then writing concise but detailed summaries of policies – planned and already in place – for each jurisdiction. The role will also involve maintaining each entry to ensure it is updated with any changes as they occur on a day-to-day basis.
An interest in or knowledge of carbon trading, and a second language would all be a bonus.
Work location is hybrid, but we are ideally looking for someone to work from our London-based office Tuesday-Thursday.
International travel and attendance at industry conferences may also be required.
Training/guidance will be provided for aspects of your role.
Responsibilities
- Researching and writing climate policy-related copy for various global jurisdictions around the world
- Learning about climate policies around the world in order to help our subscribers to do the same, by offering engaging content and analysis
- Liaise with sources to maintain up-to-date knowledge of activities in various jurisdictions
- Maintain and help build the company network of contacts
- Attend conferences/meetings internationally that include policy-related content
Experience and competencies
- An interest in and knowledge of policies related to tackling climate change and the energy transition
- Demonstrable writing skills
- Good analytical and research skills
- The ability to juggle several tasks at once
- A hands-on attitude and a hunger to work as part of a team
- Proven experience as a self-starter who works well under pressure
What we offer
- The opportunity to join a fast-growing company at an early stage of our development
- A workspace where your thoughts and experience are valued, and the flexibility to shape your own role
- Competitive salary
- Participation in the company share option scheme
- Pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Gym membership
- Cycle2Work scheme
- Discounts at national stores and other perks
- Flexible working
- Generous holiday allowance and exchange policy