Sustainability Graduate Economist Aberdeenshire
Job description
University complete....tick.....hungry to get started?! Are you looking to combine your expertise developed from your degree with your passion for sustainability, and find a career with real meaning? You want to save the world?! So do we! We have some important work to do, come and join us.
We are Goal7. Our purpose is to develop and accelerate energy solutions that work in balance with the world around us. We are a small, growing business with big ideas. As a team we share an entrepreneurial spirit along with the knowledge and expertise from our varied backgrounds. Our talented team includes mechanical, electrical and chemical engineers, economists and accountants. We have a whole lot of brain power and bundles of energy and passion to offer our clients. We want to work with clients from industries from across the economy.
Are you a strong communicator with a natural inquisition, who relishes questioning the status quo? Do you thrive on change? Do your passions drive you to stand up for what you believe in?!
We are seeking ambitious graduates with a passion for sustainability and the environment, a keenness to learn, and a desire to develop a career at the forefront of the energy transition. Where can I apply, I hear you say!? Read on to find out more.
The Three-Year Economist Training Program - what will I be doing?
You will be involved in advising companies, designing and implementing their sustainability strategies and you will support the delivery of consulting assignments as part of a multidiscipline team. You will also get involved in various initiatives and projects aimed at accelerating the growth of Goal7 and with this comes the unique opportunity to grow with the business.
Who are we looking for?
A recent graduate (graduated in the last two years) from an economics or financial related discipline. We are seeking candidates with a strong academic record from both school/ college and university, with a minimum 2:1 degree result (including predicted grade) and minimum of 5 x Scottish Highers at B grade and above (or equivalent). Preference will also be given to candidates who can demonstrate relevant work experience.
Your academic background is important but it is the individuals that make our team. We give priority to applicants who can demonstrate the following capabilities throughout their application:
- Passionate about sustainability
- Professional and credible approach
- A self-starter who is able to design and implement work practices and procedures
- Drive and commitment to see the success of a project
- Ability to build relationships
- Team player who communicates effectively with both colleagues and clients
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment, working well under pressure, with the ability to meet project timelines and deadlines
- Highly motivated and looking to develop themselves as a recognised expert in their field
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Ability to prepare high quality written work and other communication materials including spreadsheets and presentations
- Competent in using IT technology appropriate to role
Please note, successful candidates will be required to work from our offices in Aberdeenshire for the first six months of employment to support their effective onboarding and development. Candidates should ideally be based in Scotland following on from this for monthly visits to the office. Positions will start from September 2023.
To find out more our please drop us an email by contacting [email protected]
What are the benefits of joining our graduate programme?
- Working in close-knit and supportive, multi-discipline team
- Learn from experienced colleagues
- Working directly with the business owners
- Support to achieve professional recognition
- Join a business operating at the forefront of the energy transition
- Be part of a team which is proud deliver a high quality service
- Exposure to clients from a variety of industries
- Opportunity to help grow the business and contribute towards our future
Why apply? What’s on offer?
- Competitive starting salary from £28k
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Hybrid working environment
- Green benefits package
- Leadership development training
- Fun and energetic team culture
- Strong focus on work/life balance
- Diverse and inclusive culture
Our recruitment process
Applications should be made via CV and Cover letter. Applications will close on Friday 9 June 2023.
Following the closing date, candidates will be selected to take part in a video exercise and be invited for a face-to-face interview as the final stage of the process.
Want to find out more?
Follow us on social media for regular news and updates from the team. Goal7 | LinkedIn
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate
Salary: £28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Aberdeenshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Aberdeenshire
Application deadline: 09/06/2023
Expected start date: 04/09/2023
