We are looking for an exceptional candidate with passion for and experience in sustainability consulting to join our team in San Francisco as an Analyst. This is an outstanding opportunity to work for a dynamic and passionate organization.
The Analyst’s Primary Responsibilities are:
- Provide research, analysis and advice for consulting and research projects
- Contribute to teamwork and innovation to ensure that we make significant and measurable change in moving corporations toward sustainable business models
- Play a role in business development activity in our consulting and think tank work
KeySkills & Competencies
Research, Analysis and Advice
- Demonstrate strong analytical skills, excellent writing skills and a mastery of PowerPoint
- Conduct corporate sustainability benchmarks for clients and help facilitate and lead on interviews with client companies and stakeholders
- Possess an ability to think strategically, and to influence decision-makers and outcomes
- Assist with the facilitation of workshops, client meetings and stakeholder engagement
Business Development Activities
- Conduct background research on potential clients
- Support development of major proposals by conducting research, creating presentation slides
- Identify opportunities for expanding relationships with existing clients
- Create proposals in response to requests from clients and potential clients
Teamwork and Innovation
- Contribute to SustainAbility’s intellectual capital
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational objectives
- Take initiative on identifying and pursuing internal and external opportunities
- Work with remote teams across different time zones and cultures
- Demonstrate commitment to SustainAbility’s Mission, Vision and Values in a way that is modeled in behaviors
- Enthusiastic team player with a positive and proactive attitude
Other Details
Qualifications / Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, public policy, economics, business or related field
- Internship or other experience related to corporate sustainability or sustainable development
- Demonstrate commitment to and knowledge of the sustainable development agenda and how it interfaces with business
- Ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure
- Proven initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Highly proficient in Microsoft suite in particular Excel, PowerPoint and Word
- Ability to manage projects to deadlines
Starting salary is circa $45,000, depending on skills and experience. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, health insurance and company contributions to 401K.
Contact Information: Interested and qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to humanresources@sustainability.com by November 15, 2011.
SustainAbility believes that diversity adds value to our business. We hire team members who reflect the rich array of diverse cultures, ideologies, and values that are part of the broad global workforce. SustainAbility does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious beliefs, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, marital status, political beliefs/affiliation, disability, or social or cultural background.
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