Senior/Principal Consultant - EU Environmental ad Climate Transition, Brussels

• Management of EU-wide policy platforms  
• Policy research including comparative policy research at multi-regional or country level  
• Policy development and design at supranational, national and regional level  
• Evaluation of policies  
• Regulatory impact assessments 
• Sectoral innovation studies  
• Technical assistance and capacity building  
• Programme management. 

• Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant professional experience in a consultancy, think tank, policy-making body, or applied research organisation, working in one or more of the following areas: 

1. Climate change mitigation and adaptation 
2. Energy transition 
3. Circular economy 
4. Green innovation and research 
5. Biodiversity and nature-based solutions 
6. Natural resource management 
7. Blue economy 

• A Master’s degree in environmental science, environmental or ecological economics, political science, or a closely related field. 
• Extensive experience in advisory and analytical services, including: Policy and programme design, evaluation, and impact assessment (preferably with knowledge of the Better Regulation Toolbox); Project management for EU institutions or technical assistance projects. 
• Team, project, and client management experience working with or within the European Commission is an asset 
• Strong knowledge of EU and international environmental, sustainability and climate policies, such as the EU Green Deal, Fit for 55, Circular Economy Action Plan, REPowerEU, and the Nature Restoration Law, along with awareness of broader sectoral and societal trends. 
• Proficiency in both quantitative and qualitative methods, including research design, statistical analysis, big data analytics, ESG indicators, and economic/environmental impact assessment. 
• Demonstrated success in leading proposal development and securing funding or contracts. 
• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information and provide clear, evidence-based conclusions. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced, multicultural environment, with an interest in developing further project coordination and management skills. 
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) is essential; knowledge of additional European languages is an advantage. 

• contribute to project leadership and delivery 
• contribute to business acquisition and growing the portfolio of works;  

• Contribute to forge, implement and promote Technopolis Group strategy around Green Transition in the EU and national markets 
• Contribute to expand and manage a team 
• Design methodological approaches to answer complex policy questions and anticipate emerging trends 

• Contribute to generate new business leads, including bid writing in response to calls for tenders/calls for proposals (mainly EU institutions) 

• Be part of project team and lead projects of various scales and of various complexities 
• Perform analytical and empirical work 
• Draft reports and policy papers, targeted to donors, policy-makers and target stakeholders 
• We expect our staff to work both independently and in close collaboration in project teams across the Group and with external partners. 

Our offer

• Full-time, open-ended contract based in Brussels.
• A competitive salary package defined on the basis of the experience of the selected candidate, including fringe benefits.  
• A range of benefits including additional holidays, a private hospitalisation insurance, and a pension scheme 
• Flexible working conditions in a hybrid working model 
• Good opportunities for career progression, from both a content perspective (thought coaching, training, learning from methodological specialists) and in the areas of business development and company leadership 
• A strongly positive and diverse working atmosphere within a tight-knit team of like-minded professionals, while also being part of a larger international company with multiple opportunities for international cooperation. With Technopolis Group, you will enjoy: 
• Opportunities to collaborate with influential public institutions and contribute directly to impactful, evidence-based policymaking across a broad range of areas and sectors. 
• A supportive environment for career growth, with clear progression pathways, opportunities for specialisation, and continuous learning to advance your professional journey. 
• The opportunity to grow within a team of skilled colleagues, and coach junior colleagues. 
• A flexible, positive, and collaborative international work culture within a team of dedicated professionals. 
• Access to a broad network within an established international policy consultancy, fostering rich opportunities for cross-border cooperation. 
• Access to shareholding opportunities along career progression.