Strategy Associate

Company Description: Systemiq is a system-change company committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement by transforming markets and business models across five key systems: nature and food, materials and circularity, energy, urban areas, and sustainable finance.

As a certified B Corp, we combine strategic advisory with high-impact, on-the-ground work, partnering with business, finance, policymakers and civil society to deliver system change. With offices across Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas, we are dedicated exclusively to sustainability-focused work.

 

 

Systemiq , the  systems change company  and certified  B Corp , was founded to drive the achievement of the  UN Sustainable Development Goals  and the  Paris Agreement on climate change by transforming markets and business models in five key systems: nature and food, materials, and circular economy, energy, urban areas, and sustainable finance.

We are guided by the conviction that all system transformations are rooted in human transformations. We must continue to bring more diverse people and voices into real conversations to succeed. We know we don’t have all the answers; we may not even have all the right questions. But we know that open mindsets drive change, so relationships, people, and trust are at the heart of everything we do

We are looking to grow our global network of talented independent consultants with experience in consulting, professional services, and project management. As we frequently require contractors at short notice, we’re building a pool of trusted professionals to support our diverse and high-impact assignments aimed at driving system change worldwide.

With advanced problem-solving, analytical and relationship skills, you will be experienced working on consulting projects to deliver breakthrough insights, action and results. Ideally your background includes working at a leading management consultancy or in a strategy role in industry, public sector or civil society. You are keen to work in a small yet fast growing company where you can play a shaping role and make an impact.

We work with both global blue chip clients, public-private partnerships and ground-breaking new ventures. Recent initiatives include advising on circular economy in Germany, developing go-to-market strategies for new technologies as well as forest restoration and preventing ocean plastic pollution in South East Asia.

The high-performing contractors may be considered for a full-time position when an opportunity becomes available. 

Requirements

- Very strong analytical skills with high level of comfort and enthusiasm for building dynamic excel models and synthesising large data sets

- For Project Manager specific roles, you will have previous experience leading teams on strategy consulting projects

- Ability to work in a stand-alone capacity and deliver a defined output

- Strong problem solving and structuring skills, delivering intuitive presentations of complex data

- Intellectual curiosity and an interest to quickly dive into new topics,

- Skills and experience of relationship management on a senior level,

- Collaborative team player and can-do attitude,

- Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to identify opportunities and new initiatives and to turn them into reality.

 

Diversity & Inclusion At Systemiq, we absolutely believe diverse perspectives are essential to driving system change. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported and able to do their best work.

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