Amsterdam, Netherlands
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 in 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, policy-makers, and civil society to deliver system change. With offices in Brazil, France, Germany, UK, Netherlands, and Indonesia, our team has grown to more than 380 people since our start in 2016. We are a pure-play sustainability-focused company, dedicated exclusively to sustainability projects.
What We Do
Systemiq orchestrates system change in clean energy, circular material solutions, and sustainable land use. This involves re-imagining industries, re-configuring the energy world, and regenerating ecosystems to address systemic failures, unlocking economic opportunities that benefit business, society, and the environment.
Do you want to be part of the change?
We are looking for Strategy Associates with consulting or industry experience to work specifically in our Clean Energy Systems Platform. You will help enable the decarbonisation of energy-consuming sectors. We start with harder-to-abate sectors and progressively expand to other product/service sectors, by engaging with the full value chain to reach a critical scale of deployment of a portfolio of solutions.
With advanced problem-solving, analytical, and relationship skills, you will be experienced working on strategy-type 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 company where you can play a shaping role and make an impact.
- We work with smaller business coalitions to create differentiated markets for low-carbon products and services – for example, the development of a low-methane natural gas market.
- We partner with ambitious industry leaders to help them scope and seize the benefits of the low-carbon transition (e.g. Assessing risks and opportunities of the energy transition for a mining company).
- We join forces with innovators who propose distinctive, low-carbon solutions to accelerate their growth, like nuclear fusion and hydrogen-based aviation.
Who is leading this change?
Partner Eveline Speelman joined Systemiq following a successful career at McKinsey, where she founded and led Sustainability Insights, overseeing the development of models and tools in sustainability. She specialized in developing (country) decarbonization pathways, industrial decarbonization, and broader energy transition. Eveline supported companies and investors to capture opportunities and mitigate challenges related to the shift to a low-carbon energy system and the broader issues related to resource productivity. Eveline brings international experience in advisory, consultancy, and partnership building and co-authored numerous publications.
- Masters or equivalent degree – Sciences/Sustainability energy related studies especially welcome.
- Data Science backgrounds strongly advantageous.
- 1-3 or more years advisory/consulting/industry project experience in a high calibre and international environment, ideally working with industry, energy, manufacturing, or agricultural clients.
- Direct experience in the EV/Mobility/Energy sector is welcome.
- Problem-solving, analytical skills & collaborative team player with relationship management skills.
- Intercultural competencies that bring multiple perspectives to confront society-wide challenges.
- Entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to identify opportunities and new initiatives and make them into reality.
- Comfortable with a level of international travel. This will vary depending on the project but could be up to 20%. (however, we don't normally co-locate with clients and typically these are short-term trips).
- Evidenced passion for the sustainability/environment/social enterprise space.
- Natural alignment with SYSTEMIQ values; Creativity, Challenge, Collaborate, Change, and Care.
Applicants that will be located in / within a commutable distance to Amsterdam, with a right to work in the Netherlands will be considered.
Disclaimer: Please ensure you are legally eligible to work/live in your location when applying for this role. Visa sponsorship or relocation costs will not be provided.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Systemiq, we believe that diversity and inclusion are crucial to system change and our mission. We are committed to:
- Embedding diverse and inclusive practices in all aspects of our work, including recruitment, performance management, and people processes and policies.
- Providing a supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and perform at their best, regardless of background, personality, gender, sexual orientation, race, mental health, religion, or other characteristics.
- Supporting our people through all life stages, accommodating personal priorities, and promoting a sustainable approach to work and life.
Reward and Recognition
The remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidate's experience and expertise.