Systemiq is a system change company and certified B Corp, driving the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement on climate change. We work across five critical systems — energy, nature and food, materials and circular economy, sustainable finance, and urban transformation — to deliver real, lasting impact. We believe systems change starts with people change. That means curiosity, collaboration, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work.
Since our start in 2016, we have grown to more than 300 people working across locations in Brazil, Germany, France, Indonesia, Netherlands, UK and the US. We are a pure-play sustainability-focused company, dedicated exclusively to sustainability projects.
Head of Strategic Analysis and Insights Energy Transitions Commission (ETC)Location: London or Amsterdam
Contract: Full-time
The Energy Transitions Commission (ETC) is a global coalition of leaders across the energy system committed to achieving net‑zero emissions by mid‑century. Our Commissioners are senior executives from energy, industry, finance, and civil society. Through rigorous, fact‑based analysis, we align diverse stakeholders around practical pathways to deliver the energy transition. The ETC Secretariat is hosted by Systemiq.
Role OverviewWe are seeking a Head of Strategic Analysis and Insights to lead the ETC’s analytical programme at a critical moment for the energy transition.
This role sits at the intersection of development of high‑impact insights in key areas such as clean electrification, transition economics, and low‑carbon molecules, translating them into compelling narratives that shape decisions by industry, finance, and policymakers. It also requires a strong understanding of how AI is reshaping analytical work, leveraging AI to accelerate insight generation while applying critical judgment to ensure robustness, credibility, and relevance.
Key Responsibilities Analytical Leadership- Lead the ETC’s analytical programme across priority areas, including:
- Energy transition pathways aligned with well‑below 2°C
- Economics of the transition, including distributional impacts
- Clean electrification and power system transformation
- Hydrogen, bioenergy, and carbon capture
- Define analytical approaches, ensuring rigor and relevance
- Oversee quality assurance across all outputs
- Translate complex analysis into clear, compelling insights for senior executives
- Shape flagship outputs including reports, briefings, and workshop materials
- Work with communications teams to extend reach through digital and media channels
- Lead engagement with ETC Commissioners and external stakeholders
- Facilitate discussions across industry, finance, and policy communities
- Build consensus across diverse and competing perspectives
- Represent the ETC externally as a credible and authoritative voice
- Embed AI tools into analytical workflows to accelerate research, synthesis, and insight generation
- Identify opportunities for AI to replace or augment traditional approaches, improving speed and scale
- Apply critical judgment to validate outputs, challenge assumptions, and ensure analytical robustness
- Build team capability in effective AI use and stay at the frontier of relevant developments
- Lead and develop a small, high‑performing analytical team
- Manage multiple workstreams and external research partnerships
- Contribute to fundraising and development of new analytical initiatives
A high‑calibre analytical leader with strong energy transition expertise and the ability to connect data, insight, and influence.
- Experience in strategy consulting, energy research, think tanks, or similar high‑performance environments
- 5–7+ years of expertise in energy, climate, or related fields – ideally across all energy system aspects
- Strong track record leading analytical workstreams or programmes
- Experience engaging senior stakeholders across industry, finance, or policy
- Practical experience applying AI tools to research, synthesis, and insight generation, with a clear understanding of their strengths and limitations
- Exceptional analytical and problem‑structuring skills
- Ability to connect detailed analysis with system‑level insight
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to balance detail with system‑level thinking
- Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams
- Experience across corporate, finance, NGO, and policy contexts
- Familiarity with energy system modelling and scenario analysis (e.g. IEA, BNEF)
- Experience in multi‑stakeholder or coalition environments
- International experience across key transition markets
A central role in shaping one of the most influential analytical voices in the global energy transition, working directly with senior leaders across industry, finance, and policy.
Reward and Recognition: The remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidate’s experience and expertise.
Diversity & InclusionWe are an equal‑opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We embed diverse and inclusive practices in all aspects of our work, including recruitment, performance management, and people processes and policies. We provide 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. We support our people through all life stages, accommodate personal priorities, and promote a sustainable approach to work and life.
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