Senior Consultant, International ESG Advisory

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A little more about your role…

We are looking for a Senior Consultant to join our International ESG Advisory team.

The role will support our growing portfolio of international Environmental & Social advisory work for lenders, investors, developers and corporate clients across energy, infrastructure, mining and other major development projects.

Our team regularly acts as an Independent Environmental & Social Advisor to international lenders, as well as advising project sponsors and developers on alignment with international E&S standards. Typical assignments include Environmental & Social Due Diligence (ESDD), Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) review, construction and operational monitoring, Environmental & Social Management Systems (ESMS), action plans and broader ESG advisory.

We're looking for someone with experience or knowledge in environmental or social assessment who is keen to develop as a broader E&S practitioner

This reflects the team's existing work, which includes lender ESDD/ESIA, ESMS, corrective action planning, monitoring and advising clients against IFC, EBRD and Equator Principles requirements.

You will work alongside our multidisciplinary international ESG specialists to:

• Deliver and support ESDD for project finance transactions.
• Review ESIAs and associated management plans against international standards.
• Undertake construction and operational E&S monitoring, including international site visits.
• Identify material E&S risks and gaps and help develop Environmental and Social Action Plans (ESAPs) and corrective actions.
• Support development and review of ESMS.
• Assess projects against international lender requirements including:

• IFC Performance Standards
• EBRD Performance Requirements
• Equator Principles (EP4)
• World Bank Group EHS Guidelines

• Prepare concise, high-quality reports and presentations for lenders, investors and project developers.
• Participate in client calls, site visits and technical workshops.
• Support project management including coordination of specialists, budgets, programmes and deliverables.
• Contribute to proposals, bids and client development.
• Support and progressively take responsibility for relationships with key international clients.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A degree in environmental science, geography, sustainability, social sciences, international development, engineering or another relevant discipline.
• Experience of ESIA, ESDD, E&S auditing, monitoring or related ESG advisory work.
• An understanding of how environmental and social risks are assessed on major infrastructure, energy or industrial projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand and communicate environmental and social risks and opportunities
• Excellent written English and the ability to produce clear, concise client-facing reports.
• Confidence communicatingdirectly with clients and technical specialists.
• The ability to work across several projects and respond to tight deadlines.
• A willingness to undertake short duration international travel, including site audits and monitoring visits. International travel is already an established feature of this role.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

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We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.