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The Vacancy
RSK’s International Projects Group (IPG) is a geographically diverse team that works on global environmental and social management projects. We work with major clients to meet the increasingly stringent legislative requirements of lending institutions including the IFC, EBRD and ADB. We have project resources and experience spanning the UK, Europe, the FSU, the Middle East and Africa and an excellent track-record for delivering high quality ESIAs on time and within budget.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a number of Senior and Principal biodiversity/ecology professionals to join our team as a Senior or Principal Environmental Consultant. This is a full time position, 40 hours per week. We are flexible on location and happy to consider hybrid or homeworking. Travel to and collaboration with other RSK offices and staff working globally will be required.
Key responsibilities:
Contribute to planning and coordination of biodiversity inputs for projects and tenders for the IPG team
Specifically, assisting with the biodiversity elements of screening, scoping and delivery of international projects including feasibility studies, scoping reports, environmental and social impact assessments (ESIAs), critical habitat assessments, biodiversity action plans, biodiversity offset strategies (No Net Loss/Net Gain), monitoring programs, etc.
Implementing corporate biodiversity programmes, including issues such as design and field-testing of baseline survey methods, biodiversity metrics, impact assessment protocols, mitigation programmes and biodiversity offsets, in collaboration with our ecological specialists
Management (or deputy project management) of IPG biodiversity projects as required
Providing business development support to the Biodiversity Team Leader including preparation of marketing materials, meetings with existing and potential new clients, participation in relevant industry events.
Person specification:
Honours degree in a relevant discipline
Experience working in biodiversity/ecology consultancy
Specialist skills in a particular ecological field (e.g. botany, herptiles, aquatic ecology, avifauna, etc.) would be particularly advantageous
Familiarity with international Lender standards (including Equator Principles, IFC PS6, EBRD PR6 and EIB Standard 3)
Good personal skills, covering written and oral communications, planning and coordination
Team player, with the ability to work comfortably within multi-cultural teams in different environments and countries
Enthusiastic self-starter, with the ability to work autonomously
Salary & Benefits:
£Commensurate with experience
Contributory Pension Scheme
A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care
RSK are an equal opportunities employer
RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
#RSK #Biodiversity #Ecology
The Company
RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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