Senior Consultant - Economics; Environment Policy

We are looking for an Economist /
Environmental Economist to join our growing environmental policy team. The role will shape the growth and direction of our practice across the UK and EU, engage in delivery of a portfolio of projects, and undertake business development to win projects and drive forward expansion of ICF’s existing and new areas of work.

ICF provides independent policy research, evaluation and analytical support to UK public sector clients such as Defra, DESNZ and Natural England. We provide robust evidence and strategic support to policy‑makers and regulators using the latest research and evaluation methodologies, advanced data science and behavioural insights.

• Biodiversity and natural capital
• Rural economy, agriculture and food
• Climate change and net zero
• Fresh water governance and policy
• Blue economy, marine planning and biodiversity
• Sustainable fisheries
• Technology and innovation

• Apply economic principles and theory to research policy questions across a broad range of environmental issues.
• Develop frameworks and tools to assess economic, social and environmental costs, benefits and trade‑offs as part of ex‑ante appraisal and ex‑post evaluation.
• Build relationships with clients and the team’s external networks and partnerships.
• Contribute to the development of proposals, including building teams, developing methodologies and budgets.
• Manage and coordinate project teams and budgets.
• Manage and develop junior members of the team.

• Degree, Master’s degree or PhD in economics, environmental economics or related discipline.
• Good understanding of economic principles and their application.
• Experience in the application of cost‑benefit analysis, cost‑effectiveness analysis, business case development and/or value for money analysis.
• Understanding of Green Book and/or Magenta Book methodologies.
• Ability to think through the methodological challenges of investigating a topic.
• Experience managing research projects, budgets, teams and client interactions.
• Experience or writing competitive bids and/or grant applications.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non‑technical experts and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral English.
• Relevant professional experience of at least 3 years.

Right to work:
While we welcome applications from candidates internationally, this role is located in the United Kingdom. Successful candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK (or be eligible for sponsorship on a case‑by‑case basis) and be physically located in the UK on Day 1 of employment (or shortly before your start date).