Overview
Join to apply for the Senior Environmental Permitting role at Ayesa - UK and Ireland. As a Senior Environmental Permitting Consultant, you will guide infrastructure and development projects through regulatory frameworks, focusing on environmental risk, compliance, and permitting strategy.
We’re looking for a trusted advisor and hands-on technical leader—someone who thrives in multidisciplinary teams, supports junior staff, and helps clients navigate ever-changing regulatory landscapes.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead the development and delivery of complex environmental permitting projects
* Manage technical outputs—risk assessments, environmental permit applications, and regulatory submissions
* Apply risk assessment tools (e.g. LandSim, H1) and understand how permitting interacts with environmental legislation
* Support and mentor junior staff across project phases
* Oversee task allocation, QA/QC processes, and knowledge transfer
* Maintain and grow client relationships; provide strategic advice to stakeholders and regulators
* Prepare technical proposals, quotes, and fee estimates
* Identify and secure new opportunities through existing and emerging client networks
* Support growth of the Environmental Permitting team across the UK
What You’ll Need
* BSc in Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Civil Engineering, or related field
* 10+ years’ experience in environmental consultancy or regulatory sectors
* Deep understanding of UK environmental permitting frameworks and risk-based approaches
* Proficiency with MS Word and Excel; confident in report writing and data management
* Strong project management and communication skills
* Experience with Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and Quality Management Systems (QMS)
* MSc or relevant higher qualification
* Chartered status (e.g., CIWEM, IEMA, or similar)
What’s in It for You
* Competitive Salary & Performance-Based Bonuses
* Hybrid Work Model (2–3 days from home)
* Flexible Hours 37.5 per week (Core: 10am–4pm Mon–Thu, 10am–3pm Fri)
* Professional Development and Chartership Support
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Sustainability & Innovation-Focused Culture
* Generous Annual Leave with Additional Days Based on Service
We’re Inclusive by Design
Ayesa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background or neurodiversity. We believe that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and stronger outcomes. We are committed to inclusive hiring practices, providing reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with disabilities, and ensuring equal access to opportunities for learning, development, and progression across our organisation.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering, Consulting, and Management
Industries
* Civil Engineering and Environmental Services
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