SLR have a strong, well-established water team, distributed widely throughout our UK office network. The team has extensive experience working in sectors including the commercial and residential development, mining, waste, and energy sectors. Due to our ongoing success, and a busy forward order book, we are looking to expand the team with the appointment of an early career Hydrologist, either joining as a Graduate in their first commercial role, or with some degree of experience seeking an opportunity to progress. This position presents an outstanding opportunity to join a large team of flood management specialists and hydrologists and be part of a wider group which also comprises hydrogeologists, geomorphologists and geochemists. The role Working alongside experienced hydrologists, you will be required to prepare flood risk assessments, flood management strategies, and outline Sustainable Drainage (SuDS) designs for a range of projects principally in the built environment, minerals and power sectors. Duties will also include undertaking field-based work, preparing water chapters for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Reports and Environmental Appraisals. Being able to develop good client relationships and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders (both externally and internally) is an essential aspect of the role. This also brings an opportunity for the successful candidate to grow their profile and to contribute to increasing the pipeline of work in the region. This role will involve projects and site investigations across the UK, and therefore may include infrequent periods working away from home for several days at a time. About us SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 2000 staff across 5 regions – including over 700 staff across Europe. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a company pension and healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day’s annual leave, SLR offer agile working which allows staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life. About you Applications are welcomed from candidates who have either recently graduated or have a couple of years’ hydrology experience. We also imagine you would have the following: • Masters degree in Hydrology, Flood Risk, Water Resources Management, Civil Engineering or similar (MSc or MEng) • Genuine passion for applying knowledge gained during studies to the challenges the water environment faces • Competency or awareness of one or more numerical hydrological modelling packages would be desirable (Micro-Drainage, GoldSim, Hec-RAS, Flood Modeller Pro, TuFlow, etc.) • Familiarity with the use and application of ArcGIS or QGIS • Experience in undertaking and managing field work • Ability to work as a team and build strong professional relationships with clients and colleagues • Excellent report writing skills and literacy • Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively, both independently and as part of a team • A full driving licence valid in the UK Applications Please click the apply button, or you can submit your application at www.slrconsulting.com/careers SLR Consulting is an equal opportunities employer, but our expectations go beyond just complying with legislation. It is our intention that active steps are undertaken to ensure that opportunities are open to all and that as a business, we continue to strive to promote diversity and inclusion and reduce the gender pay gap.