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About the Role

We are seeking an Associate to join Systemiq's Nature & Food platform, supporting high-impact projects that accelerate the transition to more sustainable, resilient and inclusive food and land-use systems. You will contribute to projects spanning regenerative agriculture, food systems transformation, biodiversity, land use, nature finance and sustainable value chains, helping governments, businesses, financial institutions, philanthropies and civil society organisations develop practical, evidence-based solutions. This role is ideal for an early-career consultant or sustainability professional looking to develop rapidly within a collaborative and entrepreneurial consulting environment, with an interest in how AI can enhance consulting.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the delivery of client projects through high-quality research, analysis and synthesis.
Develop presentations, reports, briefing papers and workshop materials.
Translate qualitative and quantitative evidence into clear insights and practical recommendations.
Support project planning and delivery to ensure work is completed to a high professional standard.
Contribute to projects across food systems, regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, land use, nature finance and sustainable value chains.
Support the development of strategies that balance environmental sustainability, economic resilience and social inclusion.
Apply systems thinking to understand complex challenges and identify practical opportunities for change.
Support client meetings, workshops, interviews and multi-stakeholder engagements.
Build effective working relationships with colleagues, clients and external partners.
Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to positive client relationships.
Work collaboratively across project teams and contribute to an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture.
Support business development through research, proposal writing and thought leadership.
Use AI responsibly to enhance research, analysis and communication.

Requirements

Master's degree or equivalent in environmental science, agriculture, sustainability, economics, public policy, international development or another relevant discipline.
Approximately 1-3 years' experience in strategy consulting, sustainability consulting, international development, research or another analytical, project-based environment.
Strong analytical, research and structured problem-solving skills.
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
Ability to synthesise qualitative and quantitative evidence into clear recommendations.
Interest in one or more of the following areas: Food systems, Regenerative agriculture, Biodiversity and nature, Land use, Climate and sustainability, Nature finance, Sustainable value chains.
Practical experience using AI tools to support research, analysis or drafting, together with sound judgement regarding their appropriate use.
Structured and analytical approach to problem-solving.
Strong organisational and project management skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Intellectual curiosity, adaptability and sound judgement.
Commitment to delivering high-quality work and creating positive impact.
Experience working across multiple countries or cultures (Desirable).
Knowledge of European/other sustainability policy or food systems (Desirable).
Experience supporting multi-stakeholder initiatives or partnerships (Desirable).
Additional European language(s) (Desirable).

Skills

AI-enabled tools
Structured problem-solving
Research
Stakeholder engagement
Systems thinking
Analytical skills
Communication skills
Presentation skills
Organisational skills
Project management skills

Location

London
Amsterdam
Paris

Work Type

Hybrid
Full-time

Experience Level

1-3 years

Education Level

Master's degree or equivalent

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development
Chance to shape the future of sustainable systems

About the Company

Systemiq is the system change company, working to accelerate the transition to a net-zero, nature-positive and more inclusive economy.
As a certified B Corp, we partner with business, finance, policymakers and civil society to transform five interconnected systems: energy, nature and food, materials and circularity, sustainable finance, and urban transformation.
We bring together strategy, policy, market design and capital mobilisation to deliver tangible results in the real economy.
Founded in 2016, Systemiq has grown to a global team of more than 300 people across Brazil, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kenya, the Netherlands, the UK and the US, united by a singular focus on sustainability.

Equal Opportunity

At Systemiq, we absolutely believe diverse perspectives are essential to driving system change. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported and able to do their best work.