Consultant to Principal Consultant opportunities | Environment Policy

Shape the Future of the Environment

Consultant to Principal Consultant opportunities | UK

Are you passionate about solving some of today’s biggest environmental and sustainability challenges?

ICF is growing its Environmental Policy team and we're looking for talented professionals across all levels, from early career Consultants through to experienced Principal Consultants, to help deliver high-impact work for clients including Defra, Natural England, the Office for Environmental Protection, the Marine Management Organisation, the Environment Agency and other public sector organisations.

Our work influences public policy and decision-making across areas such as:

• Biodiversity, nature recovery and natural capital
• Agriculture, fisheries and food systems management and sustainability
• Terrestrial, freshwater and marine environments
• Environmental governance and regulation
• Conservation and protected areas
• Pollution and environmental quality
• Climate change and net zero
• Sustainability, resilience and resource management

What You'll Do

You'll work alongside leading experts to:

• Deliver research, analysis and evaluation that shapes environmental policy
• Solve complex policy challenges using evidence-based approaches
• Engage with policymakers, regulators and key stakeholders
• Contribute to business development and thought leadership
• Lead projects and multidisciplinary teams (depending on level)

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from individuals with experience in environmental, agriculture or food policy background, sustainability, economics, evaluation, social research, data analytics, climate, water, biodiversity or related fields.

You will bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Experience delivering high-quality social, economic or environmental research
• A collaborative mindset

We are interested to hear from both entry-level researchers who are new to the profession as well as experienced candidates. We welcome applications from consulting, government, academia, NGOs and industry.

Why ICF?

At ICF, you'll have the opportunity to work on nationally important environmental issues while benefiting from:

• Meaningful, purpose-driven work
• Structured career development and progression
• Industry-leading training and mentoring
• Flexible and supportive working arrangements
• A collaborative team of recognised subject matter experts

If you want your work to make a difference for people, places and the planet, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested candidates are invited to demonstrate their skills, experience and interests by submitting a one-page cover letter and a two-page CV.

Deadline for applications: 6th September

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About us:

Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.

Learn more about what we do and our commitment to inclusion.

The benefits of joining ICF:

Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you’ll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well.

We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role.

To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support.

We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called ‘You Matter’, which awards points as a ‘thank you’ for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee.

ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include:

• Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions.
• Dental insurance and an online GP service.
• 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service).
• Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution
• Life assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick.
• Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.