Founded in 2015, The Good Economy (TGE) is a specialist advisory firm working at the forefront of the impact investing industry. The firm has established a strong reputation for excellence in Impact Measurement and Management (IMM) services.
TGE services enable clients to understand, enhance and communicate their positive impact. It develops practical IMM systems that align with emerging international ESG and impact reporting standards. TGE also provides independent impact verification and reporting services, as well as social due diligence assessments.
Their multi-disciplinary team delivers services grounded in deep knowledge, rigorous research and insightful analysis. TGE's broad range of clients includes large-scale institutional asset managers, private equity and venture capital investors, specialist impact investors, development finance institutions, businesses, social enterprises, and government bodies. They primarily work in private markets, with specialisms in affordable housing and real estate, venture capital, private debt and private equity.
Besides its client work, TGE also runs collaborative market-building projects. Their strong focus is on accelerating the mainstreaming of Place-Based Impact Investing (PBII) to help fulfil the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Just Transition and Levelling Up agendas.
Position Summary
The Good Economy (TGE) is looking for an individual to join their dynamic and growing impact advisory business as a Senior Consultant.
The Senior Consultant will play a key role in managing and delivering TGE's services for private debt, equity and venture capital clients.
You will play a key role in managing and delivering services for their impact investors, commercial asset management and mission-driven businesses - who are seeking to understand, enhance and communicate their sustainability impacts.
Primary responsibilities include:
You will act as a key team member with responsibility for specific client projects, delegating appropriately and communicating effectively to achieve results
You will bring knowledge and experience that allows you to act as a trusted and seasoned advisor to their clients in the field of ESG and impact measurement, management and reporting
You will work with asset managers and/or enterprises on topics such as net-zero roadmaps, carbon footprinting, Science-Based Targets or climate change risk assessment
Lead the delivery of impact measurement and management services, including analysis of quantitative and qualitative data and drafting of impact reports
Providing technical and thought leadership in areas such as ESG strategy and frameworks, sustainability standards and disclosure and reporting requirements, both in the UK and the EU
Working with portfolio companies to strengthen their responsible business practices and/or manage their sustainability impacts
Develop new business by leading bids, writing proposals and pro-actively seeking new client opportunities
Manage specific client projects, ensuring the delivery of high-quality advisory services
Prepare and facilitate workshops for clients
Contribute to internal strategy discussions
The ideal candidate will have some of the following knowledge and experience:
A track record of supporting impact investors, private equity houses and/or private debt funds to measure and manage their sustainability impacts
Knowledge and understanding of ESG and impact investing in the context of the alternative investment asset class
Proven experience in managing and delivering client projects
An understanding of social or environmental sustainability and measurement
A degree or relevant professional qualification in a relevant field such as sustainability/ESG, finance or climate science
Proven experience working with asset managers and/or enterprises on topics such as net-zero roadmaps, carbon footprinting, Science-Based Targets or climate change risk assessments
Working knowledge of frameworks such as TCFD, and associated reporting and regulatory initiatives such as SFDR and the EU Taxonomy
Experience across the transaction lifecycle, integrating ESG into investment decision-making processes, including during screening and diligence
Knowledge and interest in sustainable and inclusive development, particularly in the UK
You will be a good communicator and able to develop collaborative relationships with clients and stakeholders, especially asset managers and portfolio companies
Excellent writing skills and ability to synthesise information and write in a clear and concise manner
Well-organised and able to manage multiple tasks with high attention to detail
TGE is looking for individuals who share their values and are excited by the idea of working for a fast-growing, mission-driven company in the rapidly emerging field of sustainable investing. They have a collaborative work culture and value hybrid flexible work arrangements; this position can be worked either full time or 4 days per week. If you are a passionate and experienced professional looking to join an organisation through a continued period of growth, please apply now!
TGE drive equity, diversity and inclusion at every stage of their recruitment process, from sourcing and hiring to inclusive talent management.
