Policy Advisor, Trade & Investment, Clean Economy

E3G

Policy Advisor to support E3G’s work on international trade and investment policy with climate change. Leading analytical and advocacy efforts to reform the international investment regime in alignment with climate goals.

Posted 5/17/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £41,918 - £44,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and deliver E3G’s thought leadership on aligning international investment regime with climate goals.
Lead analytical work on the risks associated with status quo in investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS), building on E3G’s existing data analysis on global fossil fuel assets protected by ISDS.
Produce high-quality written outputs, such as blogs and briefings, to communicate E3G’s analysis and proposals to public and private audiences.
Track relevant developments in international trade and investment policy, as well as emerging research and debate on investment governance.
Manage and strengthen relationships with external stakeholders, including governments, civil society organisations, and research organisations both in the UK and internationally.
In particular, identify opportunities for influence and lead inside-track advocacy with key governments, in collaboration with civil society partners.
Represent E3G at relevant external events and liaise with media as needed.
Work collaboratively and flexibly across E3G’s Clean Economy team to support broader priorities relating to trade and industry transition.
Liaise with other colleagues working on climate diplomacy, finance, energy transition, to integrate this work across relevant outputs and initiatives.
Provide administrative support where needed, including organising events and preparing.
Undertake occasional international travel where necessary.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Hold a degree or professional qualification in a relevant area.
Demonstrate a strong interest in trade, investment, climate and energy policy, as well as international affairs, with at least three years’ relevant professional experience.
Prior knowledge of international trade and investment policy is desirable.
Have strong research and analytical skills, with experience conducting research in a professional and/or academic setting.
Experience with data analysis and an interest in learning new data skills and tools would be an advantage.
Have experience of managing relationships with a range of external stakeholders and partners.
Be able to communicate complex research and policy ideas clearly and accessibly, with credibility to colleagues and external audiences.
Be collaborative, supportive and collegial, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Be well organised and proactive, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, hybrid working
Compressed hours scheme
Additional pension contribution equivalent to 7.5% of gross annual salary
25 vacation days + additional leave between Christmas and New Year
Cycle to work scheme
E3G offers a reward and benefits package which compares well with other organisations within our sector.

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