Senior Environmental Consultant
Location: West Sussex
Salary: £35-45,000 DOE
An expanding environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Environmental Consultant to join its dynamic team. With a strong commitment to professional development, positive workplace practices, and valuing individuals, this opportunity offers the chance to grow within a supportive environment while contributing to impactful environmental planning projects. The consultancy specialises in Sustainability Appraisal and Strategic Environmental Assessment, Habitats Regulations Assessment (including nutrient neutrality), and Environmental Impact Assessment. The role is ideally full-time, though part-time arrangements may be considered, with flexibility for partial remote working. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Benefits:
1. Competitive salary range of £35-45,000 (commensurate with experience)
2. Dedicated personal development budget and IEMA membership support
3. Contributory pension scheme
4. Optional private healthcare and access to a mental health first aider
5. 31 days annual leave, plus a day off on your birthday
6. Flexible working arrangements and established TOIL system
7. Opportunity to develop leadership and business development skills
Daily Duties:
8. Undertaking site assessments and contributing to high-quality environmental assessment reports
9. Managing day-to-day client liaison and attending meetings with clients and stakeholders
10. Providing technical guidance and mentoring support to junior colleagues
11. Collaborating with project team members across a range of environmental disciplines
12. Supporting business development activities, including bid preparation and writing
Ideal Candidate:
13. Degree (or equivalent) in environmental science or related discipline, ideally with a relevant MSc
14. Several years of professional experience in the private or public sector
15. In-depth knowledge of UK legislation and technical guidance relating to environmental assessment, planning, and nature conservation
16. Proven ability to produce clear, high-quality reports suitable for public consultation
17. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with excellent organisational abilities
18. Membership or chartership within IEMA or a similar professional body
19. Numerically literate with proficiency in common computer applications
20. Desirable skills include experience with GIS (particularly ArcGIS), cross-disciplinary environmental collaboration, and business development in the sector