Senior Environmental Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing environmental consultancy in West Sussex is seeking a Senior Environmental Consultant to join their team. The role involves conducting site assessments, managing client interactions, and providing technical guidance. Candidates should have a degree in environmental science, several years of experience, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Personal development budget

Contributory pension scheme

Optional private healthcare

31 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience in environmental assessment.
• In-depth knowledge of UK legislation and technical guidance.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site assessments and prepare environmental assessment reports.
• Manage client liaison and attend project meetings.
• Provide mentoring support to junior colleagues.

Skills

Environmental science knowledge

Strong communication skills

Numerical proficiency

GIS experience

Education

Degree in environmental science or related discipline

Relevant MSc

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Overview

Senior Environmental Consultant – Location: West Sussex • Salary: £35-45,000 DOE

An expanding environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Environmental Consultant to join its dynamic team. With a strong commitment to professional development, positive workplace practices, and valuing individuals, this opportunity offers the chance to grow within a supportive environment while contributing to impactful environmental planning projects. The consultancy specialises in Sustainability Appraisal and Strategic Environmental Assessment, Habitats Regulations Assessment (including nutrient neutrality), and Environmental Impact Assessment. The role is ideally full-time, though part-time arrangements may be considered, with flexibility for partial remote working. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking site assessments and contributing to high-quality environmental assessment reports
• Managing day-to-day client liaison and attending meetings with clients and stakeholders
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring support to junior colleagues
• Collaborating with project team members across a range of environmental disciplines
• Supporting business development activities, including bid preparation and writing

Ideal Candidate / Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in environmental science or related discipline, ideally with a relevant MSc
• Several years of professional experience in the private or public sector
• In-depth knowledge of UK legislation and technical guidance relating to environmental assessment, planning, and nature conservation
• Proven ability to produce clear, high-quality reports suitable for public consultation
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with excellent organisational abilities
• Membership or chartership within IEMA or a similar professional body
• Numerically literate with proficiency in common computer applications
• Desirable skills include experience with GIS (particularly ArcGIS), cross-disciplinary environmental collaboration, and business development in the sector

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of £35-45,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Dedicated personal development budget and IEMA membership support
• Contributory pension scheme
• Optional private healthcare and access to a mental health first aider
• 31 days annual leave, plus a day off on your birthday
• Flexible working arrangements and established TOIL system
• Opportunity to develop leadership and business development skills

How to apply

To apply, please call KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to I hope to hear from you soon