Junior Consultant
Location: Oxfordshire (office-based with potential for hybrid working in the future)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: £25,000 - £28,000, with benefits and potential for profit-sharing
Start Date: ASAP
Overview:
Our client is an established environmental consultancy based in Oxfordshire, providing expert advice and support to a range of industries, including planning, energy, and development. The company fosters a collaborative, employee-focused culture and is dedicated to delivering high-quality, ethical, and sustainable solutions.
Role Overview:
They are looking for an ambitious and detail-oriented consultant to join their team. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone with early career experience looking to develop their expertise in environmental consulting.
The role involves working on a variety of projects, supporting technical assessments, data analysis, and project management tasks. It will be primarily desk-based, but there may be opportunities to visit client sites. The successful candidate will contribute to research, reporting, and delivering client-focused solutions.
Key Skills & Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- A Level Mathematics (or equivalent) is required.
- A minimum of a 2:1 in a relevant degree (BSc, BEng, or MSc) such as Environmental Science, Geography, Meteorology, etc.
- Previous consultancy experience (1-2 years) is preferred but not essential; relevant internships or placements will also be considered.
Technical Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce high-quality reports.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word).
- Experience with air quality dispersion modelling (e.g., ADMS Roads) is desirable, though training will be provided.
- Familiarity with GIS software and data analysis is a plus.
- Knowledge of programming languages like Python or R would be beneficial.
- Experience with laboratory skills such as optical microscopy is an advantage.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
Benefits
- Private health and dental care.
- Potential profit-sharing opportunities.
- EV Car Scheme
- Company away days and varied project work across the UK.
- A supportive, friendly team with opportunities to engage in diverse areas of the business.
