Consultant, Energy & Climate Practice, Strategy, Europe

Description

Consultant, Strategy, Energy And Climate Practice, Europe  (Fixed Term Contract)

Every day, we work together for what matters – bold, swift, and equitable climate action.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Consultant is a vital contributor to the Strategy team of our Energy & Climate Practice group, the consulting team at 3Degrees. The position conducts research and analysis to support the delivery of client work under the direction of senior-level team members.

3Degrees’ consulting projects focus on envisioning and implementing renewable energy and climate solutions for large organisations. Our work focuses on quantifying emissions, setting targets, developing emissions reduction strategies, reducing emissions of energy supplies - both electricity, transportation, and thermal - and enabling growing organisations to adopt these solutions within robust sustainability programs.

This is a fixed-term position for a period of 18 months-2 years with the possibility of permanent employment. This role reports to the European ECP Manager, Strategy, and is open to candidates ideally based in Hungary.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Our Consultants bring corporate sustainability renewable domain expertise and perform the following work:

●        Support the delivery of client work through emissions reduction financial modelling (financial modelling knowledge is a plus), developing presentations, writing and preparing memos, and helping with additional client requests

●        Conduct independent research using your ingenuity and curiosity to make reasonable assumptions and come up with appropriate solutions, at times with incomplete information. This may include country- or industry-specific market research, delving into standards documents to find specific references or proof points, as well as research on complex topics such as regulatory proceedings

●        Translate results of research and analyses into clear visual representations

●        Support project leads in the creation or editing of spreadsheets so as to be "client-ready,” including developing analytical tools for client deliverables

●        Implement error-checking processes and serve as QA on others' analyses

●        Proactively track actual performance of own work performed against the established plan, with active communication with the Director or Manager

●        Capture project learnings and repeatable deliverables and work samples for future use according to knowledge management processes

ABOUT YOU

The ideal candidate for the temporary Consultant role at 3Degrees is a highly analytical and detail-oriented management consultant. You have expertise in corporate sustainability, renewable energy, and climate change issues, along with strong skills in financial modeling, data analysis using tools like Microsoft Excel and Tableau, and familiarity with environmental commodities and trading. In addition, we believe that an individual with the following experience will have the best opportunity for success in this role:

●         Experience supporting clients as part of a management consulting team (minimum of 2 years)

●         Familiarity with subject matter such as carbon mitigation and offsets, greenhouse gas inventories, and Science-Based Targets initiative, LCAs, renewable energy, green hydrogen, wholesale energy markets (domestic and international), utility green tariffs

●         Mastery of Microsoft Excel (i.e. advanced functions such as nested formulas, pivot tables, conditional formatting, and advanced filtering/sorting) and prior background in managing extremely large datasets. VBA is a plus

●         Ability to use Tableau or any other tools for professional data visualisation and analysis

●         A practical working knowledge of Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) is a plus

●         Experience in climate risk and Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) scenarios

●         A stellar researcher who can synthesise information and logically structure findings

●         Strategic, conceptual, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills. Highly organised, reliable, and well-structured in your research and analyses

●         Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience making/delivering presentations to external clients and internal stakeholders

●         Versatility and ability to be agile in an environment that requires many different types of tasks for a variety of project types

●         Industry-specific experiences in terms of sustainability are a plus: food and beverages, apparel, automotive industry, tech companies, etc.

●         Bachelor's Degree in an analytical or quantitative major, along with professional experience in an analytical role (Master’s Degree is a plus)

HOW WE DEFINE SUCCESS

Within the First 30 Days:

Understanding of Work Quality and Client Service:

●        Gain an understanding of the expected quality of work and the depth of research and analysis required.

●        Develop a solid client-service mindset, aligning with the standards of our consulting services.

Familiarity with Consulting Services:

●        Acquire knowledge of the breadth and depth of our consulting services.

●        Establish a foundation for adapting to different project types.

Team Integration and Mindset:

●        Build a strong understanding of the team, its structure, and the systems, processes, and tools used.

●        Initiate cross-functional relationships with other leaders and key stakeholders.

Within the First 90 Days:

Independence and Resourcefulness:

●        Demonstrate the ability to work independently, knowing when and where to seek information and resources.

●        Build knowledge in our core services and demonstrate adaptability to various project types.

Adaptability to Project Types:

●        Showcase adaptability by contributing to different projects and tasks.

●        Demonstrate the versatility required for a variety of project types within the consulting domain.

Within 6 Months:

Client-Tailored Task Delivery:

●        Deliver tasks tailored to client needs, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of their requirements.

●        Slot seamlessly into a variety of projects, demonstrating the ability to contribute effectively.

Strategic Contribution and Adaptation:

●        Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with company goals, effectively managing the team.

●        Demonstrate strategic, conceptual, and analytical thinking in decision-making for various projects.

Continuous Learning and Improvement:

●        Identify opportunities for process improvements and proactively drive solutions.

●        Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development within environmental commodities and trading.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

●        Compensation: The starting base pay for this position is 9,151,220.00 HUF to 16,645,590.50 HUF. The total compensation package for the successful candidate in this role may exceed the base pay as it includes other incentive pay. The base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as location, transferable or job-related skills, work experience, relevant training, business needs, and market demands. The base salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future

●        Benefits: Our global company offers a range of benefits that may vary depending on your country of residence. In addition to the benefits required or customary in your country, we offer additional benefits such as;  flexible paid time off, a yearly wellness stipend, and a learning and development stipend.  In addition, this role may be eligible for reimbursements, including broadband and mobile phone expenses, or setting up a remote new starter home office equipment. Additionally, we have a company profit-sharing scheme, along with other localized benefits tailored to your specific country.

●        Supplemental Pay: This position is eligible for discretionary bonus programs, including the company’s profit sharing program and an annual performance bonus based on personal, department, and company goals

●        This compensation and benefits information is based on 3Degrees’ good faith estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, INCLUSION AND EQUITY

3Degrees is an equal opportunity employer. We promote, value, and thrive with a diverse and inclusive team. Different perspectives contribute to better solutions, and this makes us stronger every day. We are proud to welcome people of all races, colours, religions, national origins, gender identity, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

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