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Are you an experienced Environmental Consultant looking to lead complex environmental compliance and sustainability projects?

My client is seeking a Senior Environmental Consultant to join their growing environmental consultancy team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with clients across sectors including food & drink, chemical, waste management, construction and engineering, providing expert environmental advice and supporting organisations to achieve compliance, reduce environmental impact and implement sustainable practices. You'll manage a varied portfolio of projects, build strong client relationships and provide technical expertise while contributing to the continued growth of the consultancy team.

The Opportunity

Working as part of a multidisciplinary environmental team, you will lead environmental projects, support compliance initiatives and act as a trusted advisor to clients and stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to develop technical expertise, mentor junior colleagues and contribute to business development activities within a flexible hybrid working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver environmental consultancy projects from inception through to completion.
• Provide advice on environmental legislation, compliance requirements and sustainability best practice.
• Carry out environmental audits, risk assessments and compliance reviews.
• Prepare environmental documentation, permit applications and management procedures.
• Implement and audit Environmental Management Systems in line with ISO 14001 standards.
• Manage project delivery, reporting, quality assurance and stakeholder engagement.
• Build relationships with clients, regulators and industry stakeholders.
• Deliver environmental training, workshops and technical guidance.
• Support proposals, tenders and business development opportunities.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to technical knowledge sharing.

About You

Applicants are likely to have:

• A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Sustainability or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years' experience within environmental consultancy or a related industry.
• Strong understanding of UK environmental legislation, sustainability principles and compliance requirements.
• Experience with environmental audits, risk assessments, permitting and reporting.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems.
• Strong project management, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent report writing and analytical abilities.
• Practitioner membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. ISEP, CIWEM or equivalent).
• Lead Auditor qualification would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Remote working with occasional client site travel.
• Company pension.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Support towards professional memberships.
• Opportunity to work on diverse environmental projects across multiple sectors.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.