Job Description

Vacancy No

VN4995


Employment Type

Permanent


Contract Type

Full-Time


Advert


Due to continued growth, SLR has an exciting opportunity for an Associate or Principal grade Consultant to join its thriving Environment Management, Permitting and Compliance (EMPC) team. The successful candidate will be involved in all manner of permitting and compliance related issues, from permit applications, variations and surrenders to conducting compliance audits and providing management system support.



The UK based team of 26 consultants, provide regulatory compliance and environmental management services to support the waste, industry, power and energy sectors with their complex environmental legislative obligations. The services and sectors within which the team operate are key areas of growth for the business. The team currently has a mainly UK client base, however this is likely to expand into mainland Europe in the near future. As SLR is a global business, opportunities to work with colleagues from across the globe are a reality.



The successful candidate will be mentored to be the best that they can be with significant potential for career development and enhancement based upon performance.

The Role:

The successful candidate will contribute to all aspects of the EMPC team's workload including but not limited to,
Managing permit applications, undertaking audits and development of management systems. Build professional knowledge by keeping up to date with trends and best practice in environmental permitting; Use their business development skills to win work and develop new clients; Organise self and junior team members to be on time and deliver work as agreed; Be positive and professional; Understand the importance of client relationships and build rapport with clients; and Act in a way which aligns with and supports others in accordance with SLR's 'One Team 5Bs - Be Safe, Belong, Be Yourself, Be Trusted Be Successful.'

SLR offer flexible and hybrid working practices. The location is ideally either Manchester or Bristol, but is flexible.

About us

SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a

company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day's annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life.

What you will need

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in a similar role. Candidates with a regulatory or industrial background are also welcome to apply.



You will have:
Good working knowledge of environmental permitting legislation and guidance; Competency in the use of Microsoft Office suite; Proven business development skills; A degree in an environmental or science/engineering based subject; Professional membership of an appropriate professional institute.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.



We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.



Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR.



SLR Commitment - All applicants with a disability who meet the essential requirements for the job will be guaranteed an interview in line with our Disability Confident Committed status.











Key Responsibilities






Country

United Kingdom


Office

Manchester