EIA Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading environmental and planning consultancy in the search for an EIA Planner to join its Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) team. Location options include London, Kent, or Gatwick with offices in multiple locations across the UK.

The role involves supporting EIA screening and scoping, drafting environmental statements, and coordinating project delivery across diverse sectors while working closely with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental consultancy, planning consultancy or public sector.
• Degree or Master’s in Environmental/Development Studies, Environmental Policy or Planning.
• Strong written and verbal communication; proactive and well organized.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of EIA Screening and Scoping Requests.
• Draft Environmental Statements, including introductory chapters and topic templates.
• Act as a key point of contact between clients and wider project teams.
• Support the coordination and delivery of EIA projects across sectors.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure high-quality project delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Collaboration

Education

Environmental/Planning degree

Job description

Job Title: EIA Planner

Location: London or Kent

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading environmental and planning consultancy in the search for an EIA Planner to join its growing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) team.

Due to increasing demand across its project portfolio, this is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and collaborative consultancy, contributing to a diverse range of EIA projects across multiple sectors. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced professionals, developing their expertise while supporting the delivery of projects across the UK.

The role offers flexibility in location, with opportunities to be based in Kent, Gatwick or London, alongside regular collaboration across the three offices.

The Role

• Supporting the preparation of EIA Screening and Scoping Requests.
• Drafting Environmental Statements, including introductory chapters and topic chapter templates.
• Acting as a key point of contact between clients and wider project teams.
• Supporting the coordination and delivery of EIA projects across a range of sectors.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure projects are delivered effectively and to a high standard.

The Ideal Candidate

• At least one year of experience within an environmental consultancy, planning consultancy or public sector environment.
• A relevant degree or master's qualification in Environmental and Development Studies, Environmental Policy, Planning or a related discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in environmental planning and impact assessment.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to join an established and growing consultancy.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of projects across multiple sectors.
• Flexible office location options across Kent, Gatwick and London.
• The chance to develop your skills and progress your career within a supportive team.