Technical Analyst or Junior Consultant (m/f/d) – Green hydrogen / PtX

80-100 % | Freiburg or St. Johann preferred, Hamburg or Berlin possible, or (partially) remote

Are you a passionate individual looking to kickstart your career in the field of climate change and sustainability? We are currently seeking a highly motivated, skilled and communicative Technical Analyst or Junior Consultant (m/f/d). Showcase your analytical skills, express ideas in writing, and deliver high-quality outputs as part of our team. As part of our international team, you'll work with motivated professionals who share a vision of a greener future. Bring your ideas and take responsibility in shaping the nascent green hydrogen and PtX market.

WHO ARE WE?

Perspectives provides globally leading research and consultancy services on international carbon markets and climate policy. We are a group of companies located in Freiburg (Germany), St. Johann (Austria) and Valencia (Spain) – plus local representations in Finland, Great Britain, India, Italy, Norway and Switzerland. We are globally recognised for our outstanding contributions to the establishment and advancement of international carbon markets, climate policy instruments and climate finance.

Perspectives shapes and provides first-rate advice on the development of greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets, low emission development strategies (LEDS) and the development of new international carbon markets under the Paris Agreement (Article 6), the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) and other schemes.

We believe that such instruments can play a vital role in facilitating market penetration of modern zero- or low-carbon technologies such as green hydrogen. In the context of green PtX, Perspectives supports public clients such as Environment Ministries, H2Global and GIZ with analysis and studies on green PtX market acceleration, financing gaps & instruments and expected geopolitical dimensions of global hydrogen trade structures.

Also, we support countries in developing their national hydrogen strategies. The private sector we support with techno-economic and feasibility studies for PtX investments opportunities. Perspectives has initiated the Hydrogen for NetZero Initiative, which supports the private sector to generate carbon finance for green PtX projects. In all our activities, we strive for high environmental integrity and believe that economic efficiency is key for successful climate policy instruments.

YOUR TASKS

• Research and analysis of information and data for studies and advisory services related to technical and economic aspects of Hydrogen / PtX projects and carbon market mechanisms
• Conduct technical calculations e.g. on emission mitigation potential and carbon intensities of PtX and other activities
• Contribute to project work and report writing, e.g. in studies related to low-carbon hydrogen/PtX, negative emission technologies, renewable energy, energy efficiency, and climate finance
• Power Point presentations
• Support to sales and marketing tasks
• Contributions to proposal development and offer writing

YOUR PROFILE

• Master’s degree related to environmental economics, environmental engineering, and similar
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Experience in working with technical aspects of H2/PtX (for Junior position: 3+ years)
• Proficient user of Microsoft Excel, Power Point and Word
• Detail-oriented and committed to deliver high-quality outputs – both of quantitative (calculations) and qualitative nature (reports)
• Passion and commitment to work on technical- and climate policy topics
• Enjoy working autonomously as well as within an international team and to proactively communicate with colleagues
• Ability to deal with ad-hoc requests in limited time and under pressure
• Working proficiency in English is a must; German, French and / or Spanish writing and speaking skills are considered a plus

WHY PERSPECTIVES?

At Perspectives you are not seen as a resource, but as a human being, because we know that we can work more productively in an appreciative working environment. In addition to our people, culture, and mission, there are a variety of amenities that help make Perspectives a great place to work! Work with us and receive:

• A competitive compen-sation package incl. an attractive remuneration and the participation in the company’s bonus scheme for our permanent staff
• 27 days of paid vacation
• 6 paid working days per year for your personal and professional development in Udemy
• Unlimited private use of our education platform
• Flexible working arrange-ments
• Open feedback culture
• Close interaction with management and plenty of opportunity to implement own ideas.

APPLICATIONS

If you are interested in this position and want to work in a flexible work environment, with a young and dynamic team and a lot of space for your own ideas, please send us your full application documents, including a cover letter, in English and in one PDF. Evaluations of applications will be done on a rolling basis.

GENERAL

• Part- or full-time: 80-100 %
• Start date: as early as possible
• Deviating timelines can be discussed in the job interview
• A valid EU work permit is a prerequisite for this position

Incoming applications are only evaluated for their professional qualifications, regardless of race, skin color, religion, gender, sexual identity, nationality, severe disability or age.

Zuletzt aktualisiert am 19.04.2024