Department: Strat, Trans & Reporting : Advisory
Location: Flexible
Description
About Anthesis
Anthesis is the sustainability activator. Proud to be a B Corp, we seek to make a significant contribution to a world which is more resilient and productive. We do this by working with cities, corporates, investors and other organisations to drive sustainable performance. We develop financially driven sustainability strategies, underpinned by technical expertise and delivered by innovative collaborative teams across the world.
At Anthesis Group, we are truly committed to putting people and our planet at the heart of all we do.
Summary Of Role & Key Responsibilities
Summary of Role
As a Consultant in our Reporting and Disclosure team, you will be highly client-focused, supporting projects which allow organizations to communicate their progress on sustainability. This will include gathering, synthesis and informed analysis of project inputs, preparing deliverables and supporting client meetings. Importantly, you will be a proficient writer with a desire to develop this skill further. In most project engagements, you will be supported by a more experienced senior as the project lead.
Alongside this, many in our team contribute to our long-term growth through helping the team with business development and marketing opportunities.
As a Consultant you will typically be line managed by a Principal Consultant or an Associate Director. While you will not always be working on projects with your line manager, their role is to help guide, support and manage your performance and growth in Anthesis.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities fall into three major areas:
Client & Project Delivery – 90% of time
- Project Management – supporting the management of consulting engagements / projects on time, on budget, and to high standards of quality.
Research & Analysis – gathering, synthesising and analysing sometimes large and diverse inputs, both qualitative and quantitative, primary and secondary, in pursuit of project objectives. Deliverable Drafting & Presentation – preparing and delivering high quality reports, presentations, and sometimes workshops in line with project scope and with an eye for detailClient Relationship Building – earning the confidence and trust of client teams, and representing our direct clients’ interests effectively inside their organisations.
Business Development – 5% of time
- Key Account Development – helping to guide and support deeper and longer-term partnerships with valuable and impactful clients over time.
- Proposal / Bid Writing & Presentation – discussing, framing, designing, pricing and presenting project proposals (with the guidance and support of colleagues)
- Thought Leadership & Marketing – supporting the team and wider business in lead generation and brand-building through the creation of IP and marketing materials
Organisational & Personal Development – 5% of time
- Training & Personal Development – using the ACE (Anthesis Centre of Excellence) learning and development platform, coaching from more experienced colleagues, and guided by your line manager.
- Strategic & Organisational Initiatives – contributing to important internal initiatives, proposition development and innovation.
Key Requirements
Key Requirements, Skills Knowledge & Expertise
We Believe That Great Contributors Can Come From Various Backgrounds, And We Welcome Those Shifting Into The Sustainability Space From Adjacent Fields. As Guidance, At This Level, We Typically Look For
- Natural flair for writing, with desire to develop this skill within a multi-disciplinary team.