Associate ETA Director

Associate Environmental Director
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Sector: Environmental Consultancy | Planning & Development
Type: Full-time | Permanent
Salary: £50,000 - £75,000 (DOE + Benefits)
A leading UK multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Associate Environmental Consultant / Director to join their expanding Environmental Planning team in Southampton.
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior role within a business known for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions across infrastructure, development, energy, and regeneration projects nationwide.
The Role:
As an Associate Consultant, you'll take a strategic lead on environmental planning and EIA projects, managing client relationships and project delivery from inception through to submission and approval. You'll work closely with internal planning, transport, ecology, and engineering teams to provide robust, integrated environmental advice.
Key Responsibilities:
·Lead and coordinate Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for major development and infrastructure projects
·Provide expert environmental planning advice to both private and public sector clients
·Support the preparation of Environmental Statements and technical assessments
·Manage multidisciplinary project teams and mentor junior staff
·Oversee client engagement, project finances, and quality assurance
About You:
·Degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Geography or related discipline (Master's preferred)
·Chartered status (e.g. IEMA, RTPI, CEnv) or working towards
·Proven experience managing complex environmental projects, ideally in a consultancy setting
·Strong understanding of UK EIA legislation, planning policy, and regulatory frameworks
·Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
What's on Offer:
·Highly competitive salary with annual bonus
·Hybrid working and flexible hours
·Generous holiday allowance and enhanced pension
·Tailored career development pathways and CPD support
·Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects with a highly respected consultancy
This role would suit a Senior Consultant ready for the next step, or an established Associate looking for a new challenge within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.
 
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Job Reference Number: 60980