EIA – Senior Consultant - Central London, North West
• £45K - £60K + Generous Benefits Package including bonus • Ref: JSM 1226
Posted 22nd January 2026
EIA – Environmental Impact Assessment
A highly regarded, prestigious independent consultancy is seeking a Senior Consultant to join its Environmental Planning team. The role provides the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects across regeneration, infrastructure, residential, industrial, logistics and commercial development.
The business is employee-owned and recognised for delivering clear, commercially focused advice on complex projects operating across multiple consenting regimes. Its integrated approach combines planning expertise with specialist knowledge in Environmental Impact Assessment, socio-economics and development economics.
The Role
This role will play a key part in the delivery of environmental planning and Environmental Impact Assessment projects, supporting technical excellence, sound project management and effective stakeholder engagement.
You will work closely with senior colleagues to manage projects from inception through to consent, coordinating multidisciplinary inputs, contributing to financial management and supporting client relationships. The role also offers opportunities to mentor junior team members, assist with business development and contribute to the continuous improvement of project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and deliver environmental planning and EIA projects, providing clear and proportionate advice
• Support the preparation of fee proposals and tenders, and assist with project budgets, costs and invoicing
• Organise and contribute to meetings with clients, stakeholders and planning authorities
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, high-quality project outputs
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and delivery
• Review junior colleagues’ work, providing constructive feedback and mentoring support
• Contribute to marketing activity, thought leadership and wider company initiatives
• Support the development and implementation of environmental planning strategies
About You
• Relevant degree or postgraduate qualification
• IEMA Practitioner or Principal EIA Practitioner level (or working towards) and progress toward Chartered Environmentalist status
• Good working knowledge of EIA legislation, planning processes and relevant guidance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with confidence in client-facing environments
• Commercial awareness, with experience supporting budget and programme management
• Excellent report writing, analytical and presentation skills
• Proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities
What’s on Offer
Alongside a competitive salary and discretionary bonus, the organisation offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support wellbeing and long-term development, including:
• Pension plan
• 28 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays
• Life assurance and income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and professional development
Following probation, additional benefits include private medical insurance, health cash plan, access to a private GP, professional membership fees, interest-free travel loans, nursery scheme and cycle-to-work scheme.
The organisation is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment where people feel valued and able to be themselves. Flexible working is actively supported, alongside strong wellbeing initiatives and employee networks. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates, and reasonable adjustments will be made throughout the recruitment process.
Contact Us
If you are interested in finding out more about this position or similar opportunities and would welcome a discreet, non-committal discussion, please contact Jeremy Money (jeremy@jsm-associates.co.uk).
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