Associate –Lenders’ Environmental & Social Advisory

Arup; Leeds; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Arup's Lenders' Environmental & Social Advisory (LESA) team seeks an experienced E&S Risk Management professional to lead the growth and delivery of services across a diverse portfolio of projects worldwide.

You will provide technical and commercial leadership on lender-focused due diligence, monitoring and advisory assignments, manage multidisciplinary teams, develop client relationships and contribute to the expansion of LESA across Arup's global network.

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing environmental and social impacts and risks across major infrastructure, energy, transport, water or industrial projects.
• Experience leading lender-funded E&S due diligence, monitoring and advisory assignments with knowledge of IFC Standards and Equator Principles.
• Proven track record developing client relationships and winning work.
• Strong communication and leadership of multidisciplinary teams across geographies.
• Chartered status or equivalent; ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead E&S due diligence, monitoring and advisory assignments for lender-financed projects.
• Provide technical leadership on international E&S standards and lender requirements.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams to deliver on programme and budget.
• Develop client relationships and support business development.
• Mentor team members and promote cross-discipline collaboration.
• Contribute to innovation and growth initiatives across Arup's network.
• Occasional international travel to support projects.

Skills

E&S risk management

Lender due diligence

Client relationship development

Project leadership

IFC/Equator standards

Education

Relevant degree

Chartered status

Job description

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup's globally connected and multidisciplinary Lenders' Environmental and Social Advisory (LESA) team provides environmental, social and sustainability advisory services to lenders, investors, developers and project sponsors on major infrastructure, energy, transport and water projects worldwide. The team supports clients throughout the project lifecycle, delivering environmental and social impact assessments, due diligence, monitoring, management systems and implementation support in accordance with international lender requirements, including the IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles, EIB Standards, EBRD Performance Requirements and World Bank requirements. Working across Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas, the team supports some of the world's most complex and high-profile projects while helping shape industry best practice in environmental and social risk management.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Environmental and Social (E&S) Risk Management professional to help lead the growth and delivery of Arup's Lenders' Environmental & Social Advisory services across a diverse portfolio of domestic and international projects. Working alongside E&S specialists and technical experts across Arup's global network, you will provide technical and commercial leadership on lender-focused due diligence, monitoring and advisory assignments across the infrastructure, industry, energy, transport, water and built environment sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically challenging and internationally significant projects while continuing to develop your expertise and influence best practice across the industry. You will play a key role in growing client relationships, leading business development activities, mentoring colleagues and supporting the continued expansion of our global LESA business.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Leading environmental and social due diligence, monitoring and advisory assignments for lender-financed projects.
• Providing technical leadership on international E&S standards, lender requirements and industry best practice.
• Managing multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality outcomes on programme and budget.
• Developing and growing client relationships while supporting business development and proposal activities.
• Mentoring and developing team members and promoting collaboration across disciplines and geographies.
• Contributing to innovation, thought leadership and strategic growth initiatives across Arup's global network.
• Undertaking occasional international travel to support projects and client engagement.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role for you?

We Are Looking For People Who

• Have significant experience managing environmental and social impacts and risks across major infrastructure, energy, transport, water or industrial projects in both OECD and non-OECD contexts.
• Demonstrate extensive experience leading lender-funded E&S due diligence, monitoring and advisory assignments, with strong knowledge of IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles and other international lender requirements.
• Have a proven track record of developing client relationships, winning work and contributing to business growth and commercial success.
• Are confident communicators with experience leading multidisciplinary teams and engaging effectively with stakeholders across diverse sectors, cultures and geographies.
• Hold a relevant degree and Chartered professional status (or equivalent), supported by ongoing professional development.
• Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.

What We Offer

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. We will do everything we can to support you.

Closing date: 06 November 2026