Founded in 2015, The Good Economy (TGE) is a specialist advisory firm working at the forefront of the impact investing industry. The firm has established a strong reputation for excellence in Impact Measurement and Management (IMM) services.
TGE services enable clients to understand, enhance and communicate their positive impact. It develops practical IMM systems that align with emerging international ESG and impact reporting standards. TGE also provides independent impact verification and reporting services, as well as social due diligence assessments.
Their multi-disciplinary team delivers services grounded in deep knowledge, rigorous research and insightful analysis. TGE's broad range of clients includes large-scale institutional asset managers, private equity and venture capital investors, specialist impact investors, development finance institutions, businesses, social enterprises, and government bodies. They primarily work in private markets, with specialisms in affordable housing and real estate, venture capital, private debt and private equity.
Besides its client work, TGE also runs collaborative market-building projects. One strong focus is on accelerating the mainstreaming of Place-Based Impact Investing (PBII) to help fulfil the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Just Transition and Levelling Up agendas.
Position Summary
The Good Economy (TGE) is looking for an individual to join their dynamic and growing impact advisory business as a Senior Consultant working in the rapidly emerging field of impact investing.
The Senior Consultant will play a key role in managing and delivering TGE's impact services, particularly related to investments in social and affordable housing and real estate.
The role requires some UK travel for clients and site visits.
Primary responsibilities include:
This role will have a main focus on housing and real estate with the opportunity to contribute to other areas of TGE's work
You will play a key role in managing and delivering impact measurement, management and reporting services for clients seeking to understand, enhance and communicate their positive impact
You will act as a key team member with responsibility for specific client projects, delegating appropriately and communicating effectively to achieve results
You will primarily work with investor clients, ranging from foundations to commercial investment firms developing impact investment strategies and carrying out impact assessments
You will bring knowledge and experience that allows you to act as a trusted and seasoned advisor to their clients in the field of social impact measurement, management and reporting
Manage specific client projects, ensuring the delivery of high-quality impact advisory services
Lead the delivery of impact verification and reporting services, including analysis of quantitative and qualitative data and drafting of impact reports
Prepare and facilitate workshops for clients
Provide technical expertise and input in the development of TGE's impact measurement and management services, in line with global best practices and new tools and techniques
Contribute to internal strategy discussions and business development
Support new business development, including client prospecting and proposal writing
The ideal candidate will have some of the following experience:
Knowledge and experience of social housing and/or real estate
You will be a good communicator and able to develop collaborative relationships with clients and stakeholders within the impact investment and housing/real estate development ecosystem.
Knowledge and experience of the field of impact investing and emerging ESG and impact measurement, management and reporting norms and standards, both globally and in the UK
Knowledge and experience of research methods, including quantitative and qualitative methods
Knowledge and experience of socio-economic impact assessments is desirable
Knowledge and interest in sustainable development, ESG and impact investing
Proven experience in managing and delivering client projects
Strong people skills and ability to communicate effectively with and understand the perspectives of different stakeholder groups in the private, public and social sectors
Confident taking responsibility for drawing sound conclusions from complex information
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including data analysis
Excellent writing skills and ability to synthesise information and write clearly and concisely, with some proven experience of report writing
Well-organised and able to manage multiple tasks with high attention to detail
TGE is looking for individuals who share their values and are excited by the idea of working for a fast-growing, mission-driven company in the rapidly emerging field of sustainable investing. They have a collaborative work culture and value hybrid flexible work arrangements; this position can be worked either full time or 4 days per week. If you are a passionate and experienced professional looking to join an organisation through a continued period of growth, please apply now!
TGE drive equity, diversity and inclusion at every stage of their recruitment process, from sourcing and hiring to inclusive talent management.
