Senior Environmental Consultant

268283946

£75,000 - £90,000 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

London, Greater London

Engineering And Technical

Posted 1 day ago

Expires In 27 Days

Job Description

Senior Environmental Consultant

Type of employment: 12-Month FTC

Location: Central London

Salary: £75,000–£90,000 + additional benefits

Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days in office)

I am currently supporting a Global Impact Infrastructure Investor operating within the sustainable infrastructure sector as they look to appoint a Senior Environmental Consultant on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This role will provide a strong opportunity for someone with a strong background in Environmental & Social Due Diligence who enjoys influencing investment decisions and working on complex international infrastructure projects across Asia and Africa.

The Role
  • Lead Environmental, Health, Safety & Social (HSES) due diligence on new investments.
    • Review environmental and social risks, identifying issues early in the project lifecycle.
    • Develop HSES recommendations, action plans and management documentation.
    • Support HSES assurance, compliance and implementation across a diverse project portfolio.
    • Provide technical expertise on environmental, social and human rights risks, including modern slavery, child labour and safeguarding.
    • Support HSES audits, reporting, continuous improvement and the delivery of the organisation's long-term sustainability strategy.
    • Deliver HSES guidance and training to internal teams and project stakeholders.

We're looking for
  • Experience delivering Environmental & Social Due Diligence within infrastructure, ESG, impact investment or consultancy.
    • Strong report writing and risk assessment skills.
    • Experience reviewing Environmental & Social Management Systems (ESMS).
    • The ability to work independently and confidently influence investment decisions.
    • Knowledge of IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles or Human Rights frameworks is advantageous.

What's on offer?
  • £75,000–£90,000
    • Hybrid working (2 days per week in the London office)
    • High levels of autonomy within a collaborative team
    • Learning and development, conferences and networking opportunities
    • Potential for the role to become permanent

If you'd like to find out more, please click apply.