Principal Consultant| Lenders Environmental & Social Advisory

Arup; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Principal Consultant for their Lenders Environmental & Social Advisory team in Cardiff. You will manage E&S advisory projects, mentor junior staff, and engage with clients. Ideal candidates will have a master’s degree and experience with international E&S standards, alongside strong project management and communication skills. Join us to make a positive impact through sustainability initiatives.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Degree level education, preferably a master’s degree.
• Experience with international E&S standards.
• Background in ESIA and ESDD.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of E&S advisory projects.
• Travel internationally for project support.
• Support business development and client engagement.
• Mentor and manage junior colleagues.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Team management

Sustainability knowledge

Education

Master's degree

Tools

ESIA

EHS audits

ISO certifications

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Principal Consultant| Lenders Environmental & Social Advisory, Cardiff

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Arup

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Cardiff, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world.

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG), has become a central principle of modern business. It encompasses a company's commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical governance. As the global focus on sustainability intensifies and stakeholders increasingly demand accountability, ESG considerations have moved to the forefront of corporate and investor decision-making.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!

About this career opportunity...

We are seeking ambitious individuals to support the growth of our Lenders' Environmental and Social (E&S) Advisory business in the UKIMEA region.The role focuses on supporting the delivering E&S Advisory services for lender-financed infrastructure projects, predominantly across the UKIMEA region (UK, India, Middle East, and Africa) but also working globally across the Arup network. You will join an established and reputable team to manage the promotion and delivery of Lenders’ E&S commissions, including E&S due diligence, and Lenders’ monitoring assignments for internationally high-profile projects.This role is ideal for experienced team players with a passion for sustainability, strong communication and project management skills, and a desire to influence globally impactful projects.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Managing the delivery of E&S advisory projects including engaging with E&S topic specialists to develop Gap Analysis Reports, E&S Impact Assessments, E&S Due Diligence Reports, E&S Action Plans, E&S Monitoring Reports etc.

Undertaking short-term travel assignments to international sites to support the delivery of E&S advisory projects.

Supporting business development and client engagement.

Mentor and line manage junior colleagues, supporting their professional development and contributing to team growth.

Driving innovation and thought leadership in sustainable infrastructure.

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 right for you?

We are interested in the following skills:

Education to degree level, preferably a master’s degree

Knowledge applying international E&S standards (e.g. IFC, World Bank, Equator Principles) or managing EHS on major construction projects.

Strong background in ESIA, ESDD, EHS audits, incident investigations, environmental/social management systems etc.

Project & client management: Proven ability to manage complex projects, proposals, and client relationships across disciplines.

Experience in managing teams and mentoring junior staff, fostering high-quality project delivery and professional development.

Chartered Environmentalist status, ISO/NEBOSH certifications. Foreign language skills. Knowledge in renewable energy, power or water-related projects, particularly in developing country contexts. (Desirable)

What we offer you:

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 benefitsto 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 orexpression, 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 thatembraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Our Application Process

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