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Heritage Unlimited: Heritage Consultant
Posted on 23/02/2026 by IHBC
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Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Full-time (37 hours per week) or part-time – we're flexible
Location: Primarily home-based with occasional site visits across the UK
Heritage Unlimited is a well-established, friendly, and growing heritage consultancy based in London. We deliver specialist heritage advice to public and private sector clients across the country on a wide variety of projects affecting the historic environment. With a strong track record of producing high-quality, technically robust reports, we excel at navigating complex planning issues and providing both design and technical solutions that help clients achieve their objectives while protecting our built heritage.
We are passionate about supporting our team's professional development and offer genuine opportunities for skill enhancement and career progression within the historic environment sector.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Heritage Consultant who thrives when working independently to the highest professional standards, while also enjoying collaboration on larger, multi-disciplinary projects. You will take full responsibility for researching, preparing, and delivering a range of heritage documentation, including (but not limited to) Heritage Statements, Conservation Plans, and Historic Building Recording reports. You will liaise directly with clients, architects, planners, and other consultants to provide clear, pragmatic advice that balances heritage protection with development aspirations.
Key Responsibilities
Research and prepare high-quality heritage reports and assessments
Provide expert guidance on repairs and alterations to listed buildings
Offer design advice for new developments within conservation areas and within the setting of heritage assets
Manage multiple projects to tight deadlines
Engage proactively with clients and project teams
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Degree (or equivalent) in building conservation, architectural history, building archaeology, or a closely related discipline
Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience working as a Heritage Consultant
Sound working knowledge of the UK planning system, including the NPPF, listed building and conservation area legislation, and relevant local planning policies
Good understanding of repairs and alterations to listed buildings
Ability to provide clear design guidance for new development affecting heritage assets and conservation areas
Solid understanding of architectural design and historic building fabric
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce accurate, well-structured reports to deadline
Desirable Criteria
Full or Associate membership of the Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC)
Ideally located in London or one of the surrounding counties with the ability to travel
Full UK driving licence
Our Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Company pension scheme
Flexible working (primarily home-based with site visits as needed)
Ongoing professional development support and training
How To Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a tailored covering letter outlining how you meet the essential criteria to:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact us on
Closing date for applications: Monday 23 March 2026
Provisional interview date: Week commencing 30 March 2026.
Heritage Unlimited is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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