Senior Consultant - Policy

Job Description

• Glasgow or Bristol office. Hybrid working available
• Closing24th September 2023
• Advertised from 1st September 2023
• Permanent, either 37.5 hours per week, or 30 hours per week.

RoleDo you want to make a real differenceResource Futures works at the leading edge of UK and global policy on resources and waste topics such as circulareconomy, marine pollution, plastic waste and climate change. We collect and analyse data, provide insights, andhelp design policies that havea far-reaching effect on the environment.We recognise the need for people with the requisite skills, passion, creativity, and technical understanding to helpshape our ambitious plans for policy work. If you aspire to be the best at what you do, and want to work at theforefront of environmentalpolicy, come and work with Resource Futures.About Resource FuturesOur vision is to accelerate progress towards a sustainable world through high quality environmental consultancy. Wework collaboratively with governments, businesses and the third sector to help speed up the transition to acircular economy and manage resourcesand waste in a more sustainable way.We are non-profit-distributing and have a close-knit team of 50+ trusted employees who collaborate across variousareas of the business. Our multi-disciplined and connected approach sets us apart from the competition andenables us to build robust solutionsthat have a meaningful impact in the world.We are passionate not only about what we do but how we do it, and we’re proud to be a part of the global B Corpmovement to use business as a force for good. Employee-owned and independent, we’re all about helping each teammember grow, and together strivingtowards our goal of a creating a sustainable world. We are ranked inthe top 5% worldwide for all B Corps in our size group, and we were named a ‘Best for the World’ 2021 B Corpfor our company governance.We are seeking an experienced and capable individual to join our Policy Team as a Senior Consultant. The successfulcandidate will be able to demonstrate experience in one or more relevant policy areas, either in a UK orinternational context, as well as strongproject management skills and a positive attitude to problem-solving.Your knowledge and skills may have been developed in consultancy, government policy, the third sector, industry,academia or a combination of roles.We are looking for a team member who complements our existing experience and brings their own specialisms. You mayhave a particular interest in either quantitative or qualitative analysis, but at this level a combination ofstrong data analysis and report-writingskills is a must.We operate at the forefront of environmental policy, and support clients at all stages of policy development frompreliminary research to policy design and evaluation. Our work reflects the experience and passions of our teammembers. As a Senior Consultant,you’ll have the opportunity to shape the workstream as we build on recentsuccesses and develop new areas of growth. You will also play a role in training and mentoring juniorcolleagues.Please feel free to get in touch todiscuss whether the role might be suitable for you.What you will be doing

• UK/devolved nation policy research and analysis: Clients may include government departments and public bodies,environmental NGOs and other progressive organisations with an interest in circular economy, resources and wastepolicy.
• Project management: You’ll manage a range of projects, with the support of the project director,using project management software.
• Client relationship management: You’ll maintain excellentrelationships with clients, ensuring they are well-informed, engaged and receive the value they seek from ourwork.
• Business development: You’ll develop and manage proposals for new work, supporting the PolicyLead.
• Strategic planning: You’ll work closely with the Policy Lead to shape the strategic direction ofour consultancy work and impact.
• People management: You will have some line management responsibilitiesand will be supported to build skills in this area.
• Other responsibilities applicable for a SeniorConsultant grade.

Your applicationIn the ‘Skills and experience’ section of your application, please aim to demonstrate the following essential and‘great to have’ attributes.The essentials

• A keen interest in environmental issues and sustainable resource use.
• Undergraduate degree in a relevantsubject, or equivalent training or experience.
• At least 5 years’ relevant work experience (includingpostgraduate research).
• A track record of successfully managing and delivering projects on time and onbudget, for example in a consultancy, thinktank, government body, NGO or similar.
• Demonstrable subjectknowledge related to at least two areas of circular economy/waste policy, e.g., EPR, DRS, reuse, eco-design,product passports, electronics, textiles, construction, plastics, packaging, waste crime, waste exports, marinelitter, etc.
• Quantitative analysis and data modelling skills (could include experience ineconomic/environmental impact assessments, carbon modelling, statistical analysis, or othermethods).
• Qualitative analysis skills (could include designing and conducting interviews, surveys,literature reviews or other methods).
• Strong communication skills, with experience of producing reportsand giving presentations tailored to different audiences.
• Highly competent IT user, particularlyMicrosoft packages, including Word and Excel.
• A positive and proactive approach toproblem-solving.

Great to haves

Postgraduate degree or research experience in a relevant subject.

Understanding of the interactionsbetween the climate, resources and nature policy areas; interest/experience in systemsthinking.

Additional analytical skills and interests, for example in GIS, R or othersoftware.

Embedded hybrid working policy.

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, each year.One volunteer day each year.

A generous ethical pension plan (the company will match up to 7% of your contribution).

Life assurance cover.

Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 GP access, mental health support, wellbeing advice, financial and legal guidance.

Established mental health and wellbeing group with trained mental health first aiders and responders, maintaining a focus on support for our team.

Cycle to work scheme and on-site showers.

On-site charging points for electric vehicles at the Bristol office.

Subsidised professional membership such as CIWM or IEMA.An opportunity to become a company