Job Description
Who we are..
Verdantix are an award-winning, independent research, advisory and events firm; that acts as an essential thought-leader for world-enhancing innovation through our expertise in digital strategies for Sustainability, Real Estate & Built Environment, ESG, Operational Excellence, and Net Zero. From our offices in Central London, New York City and Boston, we produce high quality research, deliver consulting projects and create events for senior managers, technology executives and investors.
Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.
The role..
The Senior Manager will lead our international and varied client base though complex and strategic engagements, including market strategy, acquisition scans, commercial due diligence, thought leadership and Vendor selection. You’ll be working across 3 – 4 projects simultaneously, becoming a trusted advisor to our clients and driving excellence within the project teams and delivery. This position is a vital part of the growth and development of the Advisory function, both from a people and commercial perspective.
We are considering applications in the range of £75,000 - £85,000 plus a competitive quarterly bonus.
What you’ll be doing..
- Articulating the Verdantix value proposition, methodologies, research, and advisory capabilities to align with the needs of new and existing clients.
- Scoping projects and pricing, developing highly commercial proposals to secure new consulting projects.
- Leading multiple projects in parallel, identifying critical paths and utilising them to manage the teams, project communications, deliverables and reporting in line with internal and external expectations.
- Identifying and formulating mitigation strategies across all risks to project quality, timelines, and reputation.
- Ensuring the production of high-quality deliverables to our clients that promotes repeat business.
- Establishing highly developed relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor guiding them through complex strategy projects.
- Supporting Directors and VP to develop Advisory functional capabilities, identify commercial goals and business cases for strategic improvements.
- Developing your personal brand both internally and externally as a subject matter expert.
- Motivating, and mentoring project teams, maintaining a culture of client focus and excellence.
What we’re looking for..
- Degree educated with significant experience delivering consulting engagements.
- Experience working across multiple strategy projects simultaneously, with international teams and clients.
- Previous consulting experience within ESG, EHS or sustainability, ideally with a technology focus.
- Proven ability to sell consulting projects and building long term partnerships with clients.
- Quantitative, analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual thinking skills.
- Exceptional presentation skills with the ability to translate complex project deliverables to senior executives.
- Excellent leadership skills, fostering collaboration, driving high performance, and achieving strategic objectives.
- Effective prioritisation and organisation skills, confident in dealing with multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
- Solution and detail orientated, with a focus on action and delivery.
Additional benefits..
- Performance-driven quarterly bonus and recognition scheme.
- Pension with enhanced employer contribution.
- Generous holiday entitlement, accruing an extra day with every year worked (local capping applies).
- Hybrid working option with the aim of promoting flexibility and work-life balance.
- Private medical insurance including online GP service, mental health support, discounted gym memberships.
- Enhanced family-friendly benefits.
- Weekly ‘flexi-hour’ to extend a lunch break or finish early on your day of choice.
- Cycle to work scheme - tax efficient purchase of a bike, bike accessories, or both.
- Time off for volunteering through our partner OnHand: an app for local volunteering and climate action.
- Multiple events throughout the year, including Company Ramble & Sports Day, plus regular team socials.
- Fantastic colleagues with a great sense of humour!
Why Verdantix?
We seek individuals with a passionate belief that innovation and technology can transform corporate EHS, operational risk and real estate performance. People who thrive at Verdantix have a proven work ethic, a desire to be challenged, and a strong sense of curiosity. Our management culture and career development is based on achievements, skills and behaviours with quarterly reviews that keep individuals and the firm on track. We recognize that everyone on the Verdantix team has a significant contribution to make to the growth of the business. We operate with a high level of transparency about business performance and include all employees in big decisions such as growth strategies and new product launches. Come and join our growing team!
Verdantix is a winner of ‘The 2021 Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the International Trade’ category. The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise are the most prestigious awards in the United Kingdom. Verdantix won the Queen’s Award due to its sustained growth in international trade over the last three years – including through the pandemic. This rapid, consistent growth reflects demand for the high-quality research and advisory services that Verdantix provides to clients in seventeen countries.