About UsWe are a climate analytics nonprofit established in 2021. We provide system modelling data, software and analysis to support energy transition planning and decision-making. We are currently a grant-funded by the Quadrature Climate Foundation, Google.org, Sequoia Climate Foundation, Bloomberg Philanthropies, European Climate Foundation, among others. Our data, software and analysis is used by analysts in or working with government agencies, asset owners, operators, utilities, banks, and institutions.At TransitionZero, we are building a culture that matches the urgency and complexity of the energy transition. We believe exceptional outcomes come from teams that are diverse in perspective, bold in thinking and united by purpose. Our goal is to be the most impactful nonprofit in our field by combining technical excellence with humility, discipline and a focus on real world relevance. We work across geographies, sectors and disciplines, fostering collaboration and valuing different ways of thinking as essential to solving complex challenges.Inclusivity is not just a commitment, it is a necessity. We foster a culture of ownership, resilience and curiosity, where learning is continuous and excellence is expected. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we aim to offer an environment where you can do the most meaningful work of your career, surrounded by a team that values integrity, transparency and long term impact. If you share our mission to accelerate a zero carbon future and thrive in fast moving, high trust settings, we would love to hear from you.At TransitionZero, we understand that diversity is an essential component of a successful team, whether that be diverse ways of thinking, personal or professional backgrounds and skills. We aim to be the most talented nonprofit in our vertical, spearheading innovative data solutions through our culture of inclusivity and adaptability. Now we are looking for a People and Talent Associate who is looking to take the next step in their People career.Our people are our greatest asset, and the diverse experience, skills and perspectives individuals bring to our organisation are the driving force of our success. We will therefore consider all qualified applicants in the recruitment process as we welcome all the unique qualities and experiences that make you, you.About the RoleWe're looking for a proactive, experienced (2+ years) People and Talent associate to deliver a seamless people experience across TransitionZero, supporting the full employee lifecycle and helping us attract and retain top talent. In the short term, you’ll work closely with our part time maternity cover Head of People to support the team during a maternity cover period. In the long term, you’ll continue to grow your career in a business that values growth & development, continuous improvement, and a high performance culture.ResponsibilitiesBe the go-to support and contact for internal People & Talent queries, handling all People-related helpdesk tickets & escalating complex matters where neededCoordinate recruitment processes including co-ordinating job postings, facilitating hiring managers with effective candidate sourcing, conducting initial screening calls, interview scheduling and managing all candidate updatesDeliver an excellent onboarding experience for new joiners and handling all onboarding logistics and processesManage all offboarding processes, with support and oversight from the Head of PeopleMaintain and update our People systems (Personio, Leapsome, Notion and Google Drive)Support payroll and benefits administrationEnsure employee records and HR files are up to date and compliant with UK legislation (and work with our EoR for any non UK based staff)Assist the Head of People with running engagement surveys and gathering employee feedbackSupport the Head of People with wider People & Talent projects and initiatives as needed including delivering and overseeing any company wide trainingAbout YouWhile we are a growing tech startup, we are also a non-profit, so a high level of adaptability and willingness to approach challenges with creativity and curiosity is essential. You have previous experience in a People/ HR or Talent support role, ideally in a start up or growing company and are able to juggle multiple priorities; using your strong organisation skills to meet multiple timelines and deadlines and work collaboratively with the wider operations team.Skills & ExperienceProactive, organised and reliable - you take pride in making things run smoothly and being self organisedPrevious experience in a People/HR or Talent support role (at least one year in a People/ TA role)Able to juggle multiple workstreams and priorities and adapt to a fast-changing environmentA confident communicator who builds trust and rapport easilyTech-savvy with HR systems (we use Personio, Leapsome, Notion and Google drive) with a preference for automating where possible and leveraging use of dataEnthusiastic about creating a positive, inclusive employee experience and developing company cultureCurious and eager to grow your People career - you want to learn and take on more responsibility over timeEssential:Solid basic understanding of HR fundamentals and employment law basicsFamiliar with recruitment and talent acquisition processesProblem solving and curious mindsetBeneficial:Experience with PersonioExperience with tools that manage employee feedback and reviews (like Leapsome)Salary & BenefitsCompetitive salary based on experienceEnhanced competitive pension scheme25 days annual leave (excluding UK public holidays) and an additional discretionary days such as our winter closure20 days annual allowance to work from anywhere in the worldHybrid working and core working hours modelAllowance to set up your home officeAnnual budget and dedicated leave time for relevant training coursesEnhanced gender-neutral parental leave (16 weeks fully paid)Private healthcare following successful completion of the probation periodYearly offsitesOur Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion" have shown that some people from marginalised or underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet all of the hiring guidelines or qualifications. Whoever you are, even if you don't meet all of the criteria, if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to this role, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire! At TransitionZero, we're looking for people who are genuinely passionate about what they do, and we welcome all people, regardless of their background.If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact our People Team (people@transitionzero.org) for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.About usWe are a climate analytics nonprofit established in 2021. We provide system modelling data, software and analysis to support energy transition planning and decision-making. We are funded by the Quadrature Climate Foundation, Google.org, Sequoia Climate Foundation, Bloomberg Philanthropies, European Climate Foundation, among others. Our data, software and analysis is used by developers, financiers, planners and think tanks internationally.
