Senior or Principal Natural Capital Consultant

Advance TRS; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable consultancy firm in the UK seeks a Senior or Principal Natural Capital Consultant. The role involves managing diverse projects focused on natural capital and ecosystem services while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have a relevant degree and demonstrated project management skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a flexible, supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Generous training budgets

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing natural capital projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and focus on client needs.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects assessing natural asset risks and opportunities.
• Develop tenders and identify business growth opportunities.
• Mentor early-career colleagues in the team.

Skills

Project management

Technical leadership

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in sustainability or environmental science

Chartered status or working towards it

Job description

Job Title: Senior or Principal Natural Capital Consultant
Salary: 45,000 - 65,000
Location: Various locations across the UK (including Saltaire, Edinburgh, or Haywards Heath)
Type: Permanent, Full-time or Part-time, Hybrid

About the Role

Our client is seeking a commercially aware and enthusiastic professional to coordinate and manage diverse natural capital and ecosystem services projects. You'll work with an experienced team spanning multiple disciplines, including catchment resilience, nature-based solutions, and climate adaptation. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, mentor early-career colleagues, and help shape our client's natural capital strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as an internal and external technical specialist in natural capital.
• Lead and contribute to projects assessing baseline conditions and future risks/opportunities for natural assets.
• Develop and deliver tenders while identifying opportunities for business growth.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Stay up-to-date with tools and techniques for natural capital assessments and promote their application.
• Support the development of innovative tools to quantify and visualise environmental impacts.
• Mentor and support the professional development of team members.

About the Client

Our client is an established environmental and engineering consultancy committed to sustainability and resilience in a changing climate. As an independent, employee-owned organisation, they prioritise innovation, exceptional service, and staff development. Their global presence includes offices across nine countries, but they remain deeply committed to supporting their team and fostering a collaborative, flexible working environment.

What Our Client is Looking For

Essential:

• Relevant degree (Bachelors/Masters) in sustainability, environmental science, geography, or similar.
• Chartered status (or working towards) with an industry-recognised body (e.g., CIWEM, CIEEM).
• Proven track record in project management and technical leadership.
• Strong commercial awareness and client focus.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable:

• Advanced experience in delivering technical excellence for clients.
• Chartered qualifications and/or further expertise in sustainability or green finance.

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working, including hybrid arrangements.
• A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
• Generous training budgets and professional development opportunities.
• Annual Employee-Owned Benefit Scheme.
• Commitment to employee mental health, wellbeing, and work-life balance.

Eligibility

Our client welcomes applications from individuals across all sections of the community, including those returning to work after a career break or seeking a career change.

Opportunity for Growth

Join a forward-thinking organisation that supports your career aspirations, encourages innovation, and empowers you to contribute to meaningful environmental projects. Be part of a team shaping the future of resilience to climate change.

Interested? Reach out today to discuss how you can be part of this impactful journey!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.