OverviewJob Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

As an Assistant Consultant in the EIA team, you will provide support to managing and delivering environmental consultancy services to a full range of clients. You will assist in coordinating and providing technical input into EIAs, as well as undertaking broader environmental management tasks for a variety of projects.

Responsibilities

Assisting project managers in the coordination of a site selection report for an offshore wind farm communicating with our team of technical specialists to understand assist in the development of mitigation measures on a project

Assisting in the implementation in the latest approaches to digital EIA

Co-ordinating land access required to undertake EIA surveys such as archaeological investigations

Contributing to a stakeholder engagement strategy

Assisting with finalising an Environmental Statement ready for submission.

What we will be looking for

A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant environmental discipline with a strong emphasis on EIA and/or SEA

Relevant postgraduate experience, working in a similar position within the UK or a jurisdiction with a comparable environmental planning system

An ability to communicate clearly both verbally and through written work with a high level of computer literacy, in particular Microsoft Office

An understanding of the importance of health and safety excellence

Experience (or an interest) in assisting in the undertaking of specialist environmental surveys (for example ecology surveys, noise surveys or air quality monitoring) on an ad hoc basis

Willingness to travel to client locations across the UK and, if necessary, internationally

A sound understanding of relevant UK environmental and planning legislation, particularly in the field of EIA

Postgraduate qualification in environmental science / planning or a related field

Practical knowledge of some (or all) of the technical disciplines required for an EIA

Membership of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) or another professional association

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What''s in it for you?Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity and Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health and Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to a GP at a time and place that suits you, providing peace of mind and quick medical advice. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments and a Gymflex scheme with up to 40% off annual gym memberships, plus a menopause support package.

Flex your time

We offer flexibility to enhance work-life balance, including time for personal activities and options to adjust time in the day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

We welcome suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of protected characteristics and will provide workplace adjustments on request.

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