Please note there are multiple roles available.

ICF provides the UK Government with expert support in the design, development and evaluation of public policy in the UK. We have particular expertise in policies relating to natural environment (terrestrial and marine), fisheries and farming, resource management and pollution control.  We help Defra, Natural England, the Marine Management Organisation, Environment Agency and other organisations to understand what works and how to increase impact.

Strong demand for our services in these areas means we are accelerating the growth of our team and recruiting into research and analytic roles at all levels of our organisation, from early career to experienced practitioners.  We are particularly keen to hear from candidates whose interest in one or more of the policy areas above is combined with expertise in:

Design and delivery of evaluationsSocial research methodologiesData scienceEconomic analysis

Successful candidates will have:

Experience of one or more of the policy areas listed above, preferably in a UK context.Strong research and analysis skills.Good team-working skills.The ability to communicate clearly in written English.

Prior experience in a consulting environment would be an advantage but we also welcome applicants with backgrounds in academia, government and non-governmental employment.

We give active support to career progression.  We are committed to learning and personal development - providing in-house training programmes on evaluation and research methods, access to our communities of practice and online learning resources.

We have a flexible, hybrid model in which you can balance working from home with use of our bases in London, Plymouth, Leeds, Birmingham and Manchester.

Please submit a CV and cover letter to start the conversation.

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About us:

Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. 

Learn more about what we do and our commitment to inclusion.  

The benefits of joining ICF:

Our people at ICF are our most important asset, so we invest in them from the moment they arrive. When you join our team, you’ll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well.

 

We offer a hybrid working policy, which will provide you with the flexibility to collaborate in the office, as well as in the comfort of your own home, ensuring you are able to successfully deliver the requirements of your role.

 

To support you, our employee wellbeing hub is designed to provide highly personalised support across a comprehensive range of wellbeing issues, such as mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support.

 

We enjoy celebrating success, which is why we have a competitive recognition program called ‘You Matter’, which awards points as a ‘thank you’ for your work achievements. These can be spent on a large variety of high-quality items, as well as online or high-street vouchers, all with zero tax payable by the employee.

 

ICF also offers a range of competitive benefits, which include:

Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions.Dental insurance and an online GP service.25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays (annual leave increases with years of service).Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contributionLife assurance paying 4x annual salary and Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years if you are off work on long-term sick.Enhanced parental leave policies, enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay.

London (GB80)