Senior Consultant - Economics (Environment Policy)

ICF Resources, LLC is seeking a Senior Consultant in Economics (Environmental Policy) for their Greater London office. The role involves applying economic principles to environmental policy issues, managing projects and teams, and engaging in business development. Candidates should have a degree in economics or related fields, experience in economic research, and strong communication skills. The position focuses on various environmental topics including biodiversity, climate change, and sustainable fisheries.
We are looking for an Economist / Environmental Economist to join our growing team environmental policy team. The role will help shape the growth and direction of our practice across the UK and EU, engage in the 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 the 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. We work on issues at the top of today’s policy agenda, including:



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


There will be opportunities to work across this portfolio and beyond. Your main responsibilities will be to:

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


Who we are looking for:
We are looking for an economist with experience in delivering high quality economic research. You should be intellectually curious and very well organised individual, with an ability to see the many dimensions of a policy problem and to engage and work with leading thematic experts. In addition to applied environmental economics experience, you will have:

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 of 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


We are interested to hear from both entry-level researchers who are new to the profession as well as experienced candidates. Prior experience in a consulting environment would be an advantage, but we also welcome applicants with backgrounds in academia, government and non-governmental employment.
Interested candidates are invited to demonstrate their skills, experience and interests by submitting a one-page cover letter and a two-page CV.
Right to Work, Location & Sponsorship (UK)


While we welcome applications from candidates internationally, this role is located in the United Kingdom, and successful candidates must:



Have the legal right to work in the UK (or be eligible for sponsorship where applicable on a case-by-case basis); and

Be physically located in the UK on Day 1 of employment (or shortly before your start date).


Please ensure you can meet the right-to-work and location requirements or would qualify for sponsorship where applicable.
About us
Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. We are a purpose driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize collaboration, diversity, mutual respect, innovation, open communication, and opportunity for growth. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
Learn more about what we do and our commitment to inclusion.


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