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- Design, implement, and oversee multi-stakeholder public affairs programs focused on climate and sustainability issues.
- Translate global and regional climate policy developments into actionable insights for clients.
- Produce high-quality policy briefs, position papers, and strategic recommendations on key climate issues.
- Support clients in developing narratives around climate action, sustainability, and corporate responsibility
- Demonstrated expertise in climate change, energy transition, decarbonization, or ESG frameworks.
- Excellent understanding of policy-making processes, regulatory landscapes, and multilateral climate negotiations (e.g., COP, UNFCCC).
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-facing consulting environment.
- Advanced degree in Environmental Science, or related fields preferred.
- Producing first-round client deliverables
- Preparation of materials for meetings, events, or other clients/stakeholders/media engagement activities
- Identifying policy and market trends to pitch relevant new business opportunities
- Conducting and overseeing research to inform pitches, and producing pitch materials
- Liaising with regional and global Edelman teams and managing the rollouts of relevant plans and assets
- Support in drafting thought leadership positioning notes
- At least 6-8 years of experience in public affairs, either as a consultant, in-house corporate resource, or in relevant NGO, associations, or private firms leading work related to F&B sector & policy areas outlined.
- University degree in political science, communications, international relations, economic policy and trade, law or other relevant field
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - a positive approach with a self-learning attitude
- Excellent analytical and written skills
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple assignments
- Proactive approach, and ability to network
- A good understanding of the media landscape will be an asset
- Ability to work effectively in a varied environment and with other teams
- Strong command over Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), additional skills are a plus.
- Interest in digital forms of communication and a good understanding of the social media landscape.
We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Skills Required
- At least 6-8 years of experience in public affairs
- University degree in political science, communications, international relations, or relevant field
- Demonstrated expertise in climate change, energy transition, decarbonization, or ESG frameworks
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong command over Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Edelman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Edelman and has not been reviewed or approved by Edelman.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits are described as comprehensive, with health plans commonly framed as a strong part of the overall package. Mental and physical well-being programs are also emphasized as meaningful support.
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Flexible Benefits — Work flexibility is positioned as a standout, including hybrid routines and a “Work From Anywhere” option for part of the year. Flexible public holidays are also highlighted as adding practical choice to how time is used.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings such as a 401(k) match (and pension-style contributions in some markets) are consistently presented as a solid component of total rewards. This tends to improve overall package value even when base pay feels less competitive.
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