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Heritage Consultant
Location: Bourne End, Buckinghamshire

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and highly respected planning consultancy in their search for a Heritage Consultant to join their team in Bourne End.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality planning and heritage services across the UK. With a diverse client base that spans commercial and residential developers, landowners, housebuilders, and public sector organisations, the successful candidate will play a key role in the continued growth of the company's heritage offering.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Heritage Consultant to provide expert advice on heritage and archaeological matters. Working alongside planners, developers, architects and local authorities, you will help deliver successful outcomes for a range of development projects, ensuring they align with heritage legislation, planning policy and best practice.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide specialist advice on heritage and archaeology matters to clients and colleagues
Prepare Heritage Statements, Archaeological Desk-Based Assessments, Impact Assessments and other supporting documents
Assess the significance of historic buildings, sites and landscapes, and advise on preserving or enhancing their value
Liaise with local planning authorities, Historic England and other stakeholders
Conduct site visits and appraisals to assess development impact on heritage assets
Advise on conservation approaches, materials and repair methods
Keep up to date with relevant legislation, policy and best practice
Guide clients through the planning process, including pre-application advice and post-consent support
Delegate work effectively to junior staff and contribute to their development
Actively seek and secure new instructions through business development and networking
Attend industry events and deliver CPD sessions to promote services
Contribute to marketing activity, including LinkedIn content
Maintain accurate time records and fee forecastsKey Skills and Experience:

Degree in Archaeology, Architecture, Planning or a related field
Experience in a heritage or planning consultancy role
Understanding of UK heritage legislation and policy, including the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 and NPPF
Experience preparing heritage assessments and planning documents
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Analytical and detail-oriented approach
Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively
Membership of CIfA or IHBC is desirable
Experience preparing appeal statements and representing clients at hearings is a plusWhy Apply?

Join a friendly and experienced team of heritage and planning professionals
Work on a variety of rewarding and complex projects
Benefit from flexible working arrangements
Excellent opportunities for career development and progressionIf you're passionate about heritage and looking to take the next step in your consultancy career, we'd love to hear from you.

If you're interested in learning more or wish to apply, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your CV to

Job Info

Job Title:

Heritage Consultant

Company:

Penguin Recruitment

Location:

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 21st 2025

Sector:

Consulting

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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