Your profile
You are an experienced policy professional or consultant with a strong background in climate and environmental policy, and a proven ability to generate new business opportunities and lead projects.
We are looking for candidates who bring:
* A Master's degree in environmental science, ecological economics, sustainability studies, or a related field.
* At least five years' relevant professional experience in consultancy, policy research, or applied research, with demonstrable success in business development and securing contracts.
* Solid experience in policy and programme design, evaluation, and impact assessment, ideally with familiarity with the EU Better Regulation framework.
* Proven ability to develop client relationships, identify opportunities, and write winning proposals and tenders.
* Strong quantitative and/or qualitative research skills, with experience translating complex data into actionable insights for policymakers.
* Excellent communication, analytical, and writing skills, producing clear and compelling reports and policy papers.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks, deliver high-quality work under pressure, and collaborate effectively in multicultural teams.
* Fluency in English; knowledge of other European languages is an advantage.
* The right to live and work in the EU.
Our offer
Technopolis Group combines professional excellence with a supportive and collaborative culture:
Our offer
* Full-time, open-ended contract based in Brussels.
* Competitive salary package including fringe benefits.
* Benefits such as additional holidays, private hospitalisation insurance, and pension scheme.
* Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work.
* Career progression through coaching, training, and continuous learning.
* Stimulating, diverse, and collegial work environment.
* Opportunities to influence evidence-based climate and environmental policymaking across Europe.
* Potential shareholding participation as you advance in your career.
Introduction
Technopolis Group is an international policy consultancy known for its expertise in policy advice, analysis, evaluation, and impact assessment across various domains at the EU, national, regional, and local levels. Our team of consultants excels in policy research related to green and digital transitions, sustainable energy, environmental policy, climate change, resilient cities and territories, resource efficiency, circular economy, blue economy, climate finance, EU regional and urban development, interregional innovation cooperation, industrial transition, R&I and technological development, innovation ecosystems, industrial policy, and entrepreneurship.
Our Brussels team brings together curiosity-driven consultants with various methodological expertise and skills, from evaluation to economics and data science. We deliver a wide range of projects across the European Commission, including DG GROW, DG RTD, DG CNECT, DG EAC, DG COMM, DG ENER, DG ENV and DG CLIMA. Much of our work focuses on supporting evidence-based analysis and evaluation of EU Regulations, Directives, Programmes and policies.
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About this job
Technopolis Group is seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Consultant to join our Climate, Energy & Environmental Transition Team in Brussels. You will contribute to high-profile projects for European and international clients and play a key role in growing our portfolio of work through business development. Your work will shape policies advancing environmental resilience, climate adaptation, biodiversity, and sustainable resource management.
Our clients include EU institutions such as the European Commission (DG ENV, DG CLIMA, DG MARE, DG GROW), the European Parliament, European Environment Agency, CINEA, OECD, EIB, and others. Our work spans policy research, evaluation, programme design, and technical assistance, all aimed at supporting a green, sustainable and competitive Europe.
Your responsibilities
Your role combines project leadership, analytical work, and business development. Depending on your seniority, you will:
Drive business development and strategic growth
* Lead efforts to identify new business opportunities and expand our client base.
* Prepare and submit winning proposals and tenders for EU and international clients.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and external experts.
* Contribute to the strategic growth of our Climate, Energy & Environmental Transition practice.
* Play a visible role in positioning Technopolis Group as a trusted partner for high-impact EU projects.
Lead and deliver projects
* Manage and deliver high-quality consulting assignments on climate, environmental, and biodiversity policies.
* Design and apply innovative methodological approaches to answer complex policy questions.
* Conduct research, interviews, data analysis, and stakeholder consultations.
* Draft analytical reports and policy papers for clients and decision-makers.
* Oversee project delivery, budgets, and timelines to ensure excellence.
Support team development
* Mentor and support junior colleagues.
* Collaborate with colleagues across Technopolis Group's international offices to deliver impactful, cross-border projects.
Interested? Apply directly
Apply directly on our Technopolis Group website with a cover letter and a Europass-style CV by 21 November 2025.
The applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Applicants should have EU citizenship or a valid work permit to apply.
At Technopolis Group, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where all employees can reach their full potential and contribute to our collective success.