Strategy Associate - Nature & Food

Systemiq · London, UK

This is a live UK-based role at Systemiq, a UK Skilled Worker sponsor tracked by Sponsorly AI against the Home Office register. Posted 23 September 2026. Listed as open until 23 October 2026.

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Company Description: Systemiq is the system change company, working to accelerate the transition to a net-zero, nature-positive and more inclusive economy. As a certified B Corp, we partner with business, finance, policymakers and civil society to transform five interconnected systems: energy, nature and food, materials and circularity, sustainable finance, and urban transformation. We bring together strategy, policy, market design and capital mobilisation to deliver tangible results in the real economy. Founded in 2016, Systemiq has grown to a global team of more than 300 people across Brazil, France, Germany, Indonesia, Kenya, the Netherlands, the UK and the US, united by a singular focus on sustainability. Associate, Nature & Food Location: Hybrid set up working via our London office Contract: Full-time Preferred start date: 1st Nov with potential flexibility for mid November Application shortlisting deadline: 1st October Role Overview We are seeking an Associate to join Systemiq's Nature & Food platform, supporting high-impact projects that accelerate the transition to more sustainable, resilient and inclusive food and land-use systems. Working alongside colleagues across Europe and internationally, you will contribute to projects spanning regenerative agriculture, food systems transformation, biodiversity, land use, nature finance and sustainable value chains. You will help governments, businesses, financial institutions, philanthropies and civil society organisations develop practical, evidence-based solutions to complex sustainability challenges. This role is ideal for an early-career consultant or sustainability professional who enjoys structured problem-solving, research and stakeholder engagement, and is looking to develop rapidly within a collaborative and entrepreneurial consulting environment. We are also looking for candidates who are curious about how AI can enhance consulting. You will use AI-enabled tools to strengthen research, analysis, synthesis and communication, while applying sound judgement to ensure outputs remain robust, accurate and relevant. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery Contribute to the delivery of client projects through high-quality research, analysis and synthesis. Develop presentations, reports, briefing papers and workshop materials. Translate qualitative and quantitative evidence into clear insights and practical recommendations. Support project planning and delivery to ensure work is completed to a high professional standard. Nature & Food Systems Contribute to projects across food systems, regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, land use, nature finance and sustainable value chains. Support the development of strategies that balance environmental sustainability, economic resilience and social inclusion. Apply systems thinking to understand complex challenges and identify practical opportunities for change. Stakeholder Engagement Support client meetings, workshops, interviews and multi-stakeholder eng…

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