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 and 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 and 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 and Social Due Diligence within infrastructure, ESG, impact investment or consultancy.
- Strong report writing and risk assessment skills.
- Experience reviewing Environmental and 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.