JSM is a   boutique firm providing bespoke and specialist solutions to clients.  We  believe in a  more personal and individual service in line with our clients and candidates requirements. We offer a tailored solution on a case by case basis and  are able to demonstrate how this approach significantly improves results for both our clients and candidates.

We believe in long term relationships with our clients and candidates. Much of our work is done through repeat and referral.

  • Recruitment

    Recruitment Solutions

    Using the most tried and trusted methods of candidate attraction we are able to deliver a comprehensive view of the market and reach out to the most suitable individuals available.

  • Market Mappig

    Market Mapping

    Our mapping results will uncover a comprehensive view of the market, thus providing key intelligence to shape your strategy going forward.

  • Business Intelligence

    Business Intelligence

    JSM have many years’ experience in the Environmental and Planning fields, we can access our large network of contacts to extract and interrogate the business intelligence you may require.

  • The Best Candidates

    Executive Search

    On senior and  board level roles JSM regularly work with their clients on a retained basis offering their highly tailored executive search service.

Latest News

  • Why So Many Consultants Want to Move In-House and What Firms Can Do About It

    Why So Many Consultants Want to Move In-House and What Firms Can Do About It

    Across environment, sustainability and energy there’s a consistent theme emerging in conversations with candidates:“I’m thinking about moving in-house.”For some it’s a passing thought but for some it’s a clear medium-term goal.This isn’t about dissatisfaction with consultancy as a whole.  In fact many professionals value the exposu

    Posted 8 April 2026

  • Why Leadership Appointments Deserve a Strategic Approach

    Why Leadership Appointments Deserve a Strategic Approach

    Why Leadership Appointments Deserve a Strategic Approach. 25 Years in Recruitment Has Taught Me This. After 25 years recruiting within the environmental and sustainability sector, one lesson stands out: Clarity at the beginning determines success at the end. Yet when organisations need to appoint a senior leader, the approach is often reactive. Tap the

    Posted 19 March 2026

  • What the Best Ecology Candidates Are Doing Differently in 2026

    What the Best Ecology Candidates Are Doing Differently in 2026

    In a market where demand for ecologists continues to outpace supply, the strongest candidates in 2026 are standing out in ways that go beyond technical skill alone.Yes, experience still matters. But what we’re increasingly seeing is that the ecologists who progress fastest are the ones taking ownership of their careers — and thinking beyond their day-to-day job desc

    Posted 10 February 2026