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    Senior Sustainability Consultant - Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom - RSK Group plc

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    RSK ADAS is seeking a Consultant to join our team on a hybrid basis , working out of our offices near Cambridge (with the ability to work from home much of the time and access to attend meetings in the office when needed).

    We are seeking individuals with a good foundation knowledge of UK agricultural production practices (crops or livestock) and an understanding of sustainable production practices linked to climate mitigation and resilience and/or sustainable water use, to support desk-based research for corporate and public sector clients.

    ADAS Climate and Sustainability are a diverse business working across all aspects of sustainability in relation to the land-based sectors, particularly focusing on agriculture.

    Our work is fast paced and ever-changing, offering plenty of variety and lots of new challenges as we work with clients to help them address the sustainability challenges facing the industry.

    Our clients range from input providers, through farmers to food and drink manufacturers and the retail sector, and we also work with Government and the public sector bodies providing a wide range of solutions.

    We work across arable, horticultural and livestock sectors, as well as venturing into other land use areas as well.

    Key areas of focus in recent years have included reducing climate impact (supporting a move towards Net Zero), building resilience to climate change (assessing climate risk and developing adaptation strategies), understanding sustainable water use, exploring alternative novel proteins, and assessing the environmental and social impacts of changing crop production practices on European agriculture.

    This role will specifically aim to support the growth of our climate and/or water offers. Our projects are typically short term (

    Delivery:

    supporting high quality delivery of client projects through clear data analysis and written outputs, alongside the provision of technical input into climate and/or water projects.

    Creation of bespoke emissions calculators (requiring excellent Excel skills and some understanding of computer modelling)
    Supporting on a range of other projects across the agriculture sector, including conducting rapid evidence assessments, development of roadmaps and strategies
    Support in developing and running sustainable water use models. Particularly model development and data analysis

    Sales:
    supporting senior staff on tenders and proposals as required

    Marketing:
    drafting of news articles for the website, attending events and conferences, preparing content for other promotional materials
    Further relevant qualifications such as a master's degree or PhD would be beneficial
    Relevant years' experience post university, working in a consultancy, industry, or policy environment, although graduates will also be considered
    Full UK driving licence
    Essential - Agricultural production: a good understanding of UK agricultural production systems (crops or livestock) and the key sustainability challenges affecting them – soil, water, biodiversity; Sustainable water use: an understanding of crop water requirements, irrigation systems, livestock water use, water footprinting


    Approach:
    take a rigorous approach and attention to detail in both quantitative and qualitative research and analysis.

    Writing:
    demonstrate strong writing skills and the ability to present messages in a clear and concise way to a range of different audiences (often non-technical)


    Data analysis:
    demonstrate strong quantitative/mathematical and Excel skills [this will be assessed as part of the recruitment process]

    Project management:
    be organised and lead complex projects to tight deadlines. Manage their own work to deliver into multiple projects. In time, starting with small projects and building to larger ones as experience grows, to take on the management of projects (with support from senior staff)

    Contract management :
    ensure contracts are managed on time and to budget
    Flexible approach to working
    Regular on the job training and mentoring
    Contributory pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
    A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership
    Interview to take place on Thursday 29th February and Friday 1st March at our Boxworth office
    Water #Agriculture #sustainabiiity

    Working alongside landowners, farmers, and growers since 1946, we have been providing ideas, specialist knowledge, and solutions to secure our food and enhance the environment for over 75 years.

    Our aim is to help address the challenges and opportunities faced by organisations working in food production and the natural environment, and we continue to thrive by attracting innovative thinkers into our workforce.

    We currently have over 400 employees delivering solutions in 60 specialist subjects, making us the UK's largest independent provider of agricultural and environmental consultancy, rural development services, research and development, and policy advice.

    Whether you want to work on national or international projects, we can provide a varied career in a wide array of industries and public sector services.

    ADAS is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors.

    In fact, Environment Analyst recently highlighted RSK's growth commenting, "Few companies in the environmental services sector can claim to be expanding at the same pace as RSK.

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