Senior Analyst (Environmental Policy) at Green Order

205 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10016
www.greenorder.com
Tel 212.725.4848
Fax 212.725.4553

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Senior Analyst (Environmental Policy Focus)

Location:Washington, DC

Starting Date:Immediately

Green Order is seeking to hire a Senior Analyst who has a strong background in environmental policy and business. In-depth knowledge of federal climate and energy policy is required, and knowledge of other environmental policy areas and/or state and international policy is a plus. All candidates should have a strong interest in business consulting. We are seeking an individual with intellectual rigor, analytical thinking, creativity, and a passion for delivering outstanding, game-changing solutions to primarily corporate clients. 1-3 years of experience in applied environmental policy analysis, either in a corporate setting, consulting firm, academic or think tank institution, government agency or legislative office, or NGO related to environmental policy is required. A graduate degree focused on environmental policy is desired but not required if the candidate has more extensive relevant work experience. We are seeking a Senior Analyst who can interact directly with clients, be a self-starter, and otherwise contribute to the team. The Senior Analyst will have exposure to the business challenges we address for our clients and the opportunity to contribute directly to the solutions we develop.

COMPANY BACKGROUND
GreenOrder is a strategy and management consulting firm that helps companies maximize the value of sustainability – making environmental excellence, energy innovation, and corporate responsibility drivers of profitable growth. We are a subsidiary of LRN (www.lrn.com), working to help build sustainable organizations that outbehave – and outgreen – the competition. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in New York City, with offices in the San Francisco Bay area and Washington, DC, we combine world-class strategy, rigorous factual analysis, and effective messaging to help some of the worldʼs largest enterprises turn their investments in sustainability into concrete competitive advantage. Increasingly GreenOrder also advises clients on policy-facing strategies within the context of a rapidly evolving energy and environment landscape in Washington and around the world. We have deep experience working on sustainability strategy with leading companies, such as General Electric, whose ecomagination initiative we helped to develop and implement. Other clients have included BP, DuPont, General Motors, the City of Newark, Alcan, Waste Management, Starwood Capital,Office Depot, Pfizer, leading U.S. utility companies, and the World Trade Center redevelopment. We work with executives at the highest levels on long-term engagements.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities will include:
Research: Managing and conducting primary and secondary research on a broad spectrum of market, stakeholder, and policy issues, with a focus on policy analysis
Analysis: Undertaking rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis of empirical data
Writing: Preparing crisp, compelling written reports and memos, marketing materials,
correspondence, and other communications
Presentations: Preparing written and oral presentations that effectively distill GreenOrderʼs recommendations and communicate them convincingly
Workstream Management: Tracking deliverables, timelines, and progress against goals

Firm Development: Taking a leadership role in developing GreenOrder’s DC office, and being an active contributor to the firm’s development by participating in internal initiatives such as marketing and infrastructure development
Business Development: Playing a supporting role identifying and securing new revenue
opportunities with existing and potential clients

REQUIREMENTS
Education: An undergraduate degree from a top-tier college and a strong record of academic and professional success is required; a Master’s in environmental policy or science, an MBA, or a JD is preferred. Desired backgrounds include environmental science (e.g. engineering, biology,chemistry) and environmental policy, as well as business and economics coursework. Liberal arts graduates with strong domain interest will also be considered if candidate has significant applied policy experience

Professional Experience: 1-3 years of experience in applied environmental policy analysis,either in a corporate setting, consulting firm, academic or think tank institution, government agency or legislative office, or NGO related to environmental policy is required. In-depth knowledge of federal climate and energy policy is necessary, and knowledge of other environmental policy areas and/or state and international policy is a plus.

Experience:(internships, volunteer, etc.) at the intersection of business and the environment is desirable

Intangibles: Candidates must have a strong character and a passion for delivering excellent client service. Must be a self-starter, with the ability to anticipate and fulfill client and team needs. Interdisciplinary thinkers will thrive in our work environment

Compensation and Benefits: The position will offer a competitive and attractive compensation package that includes a base salary with the opportunity for a bonus based on performance and results produced. Full benefits offered.

TO APPLY
Send resume and cover letter to: Analyst@greenorderjobs.com (No phone calls please). In the subject line please indicate “DC Sr Analyst” application.