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Senior Strategy Consultant - Public Sector Advisory

BD1 1SB Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber £70000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client, a premier management consultancy, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Strategy Consultant to contribute to their Public Sector Advisory practice in **Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK**. This hybrid role allows for a flexible working arrangement, combining remote work with essential client-facing and team collaboration opportunities. The successful candidate will be instrumental in advising government bodies, non-profits, and public service organizations on strategic planning, operational efficiency, digital transformation, and service delivery improvements. You will leverage your expertise to analyze complex challenges, develop innovative solutions, and support the implementation of strategies that drive positive societal impact. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic thinker to shape public services and contribute to meaningful change.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage consulting engagements for public sector clients, from diagnostic through to implementation.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of client operations, strategy, and policy to identify challenges and opportunities.
  • Develop strategic recommendations and roadmaps for service improvement, operational efficiency, and digital transformation.
  • Advise clients on organizational design, change management, and performance enhancement.
  • Facilitate workshops, stakeholder interviews, and data collection to gather insights.
  • Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and proposals for clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with public sector clients and key stakeholders.
  • Mentor and guide junior consultants, fostering their professional development.
  • Contribute to business development efforts, including identifying new opportunities and supporting proposal development.
  • Stay abreast of policy changes, technological advancements, and best practices relevant to the public sector.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Master's degree in Public Policy, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in management consulting, with a significant focus on the public sector.
  • Proven track record of successfully advising government agencies, non-profits, or public service organizations.
  • Deep understanding of public sector challenges, policy, and operational dynamics.
  • Expertise in strategic planning, operational improvement, digital transformation, or service delivery models.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead teams effectively.
  • Experience with data analysis and performance measurement frameworks.
  • Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic client environment.
  • Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, balancing remote and in-office responsibilities.
This role offers a challenging and rewarding career path for individuals passionate about making a difference in the public sector through strategic advisory services.
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Technical Consultant - (Local Government - Data Migration Focus)

Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber Civica

Posted 2 days ago

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Permanent

We’re Civica, and we create software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. 
From local government, to education, health, and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to provide essential services to over 100 million citizens. 

Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work, supporting the needs of citizens and those who serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point in our journey to realise that aspiration.  

Why you will love this opportunity as Technical Consultant at Civica 

Its an essential role in the Civica LG Division Services Team, working across a range of products and customers in the portfolio to deliver professional services consultancy on several concurrent projects.

You will develop an in-depth working knowledge of the complete suite of Local Government solutions.  The successful candidate will play a pivotal part in ensuring implementations are delivered successfully, on time and budget, and to a high level of customer satisfaction.

You will help ensure that Civica is recognised as the leading GovTech Software supplier in the market place.  The Technical Consultant will achieve this through positivity, action, professionalism, customer service and industry knowledge.

What you will do to be successful in this role as Technical Consultant

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide all data related activity of Technical Consultancy Services across several Products to Civica customers
  • Develop and deliver new approaches to Technical delivery to continuously enhance the level of service provided.
  • To deliver data migration and data consultancy for Civica software following Civica project documentation, implementation guidelines and quality standards.
  • Act as the lead point of contact for their Projects for the areas of Data, interfacing and Technical delivery.
  • Define and document data conversion and Load scope and perform data loading in line with agreed process.
  • Testing and due diligence during migrations and Implementations.
  • To produce and maintain documentation to high standards for internal and customer use, including user literature, configuration documentation and technical specifications.
  • To communicate effectively with customers in advance of agreed tasks, provide progress updates during and upon completion, highlight issues, and recommend follow-on actions.
  • Develop ad-hoc reports via a range of industry standard reporting tools
  • To promote Civica, its products and practices in a professional manner.
  • Create SQL scripts to view and report on data
  • Creation of SQL Stored Procedures, Functions and Triggers.
  • Development of back office tools and data pipelines
  • Migration of SSIS packages and legacy SQL approaches to Azure environments
  • Provide workshops and consultancy services in remote or in person format with groups from 1-8 people
  • Work with Customers to support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) of solutions delivered in projects, providing triage and issue resolution where possible and raising enhancements and defects with Product Teams.
  • Liaise with the Civica Project and Account managers
  • Provide quotations for no standard small work packages
  • Provide regular internal progress reports as required
  • Manage customer issues to a successful resolution ensuring that appropriate customer and internal communication is maintained.
  • Commercial acumen to manage deliverables to agreed scope and identify any activities/services over & above that contracted for.

Essential Experience

Candidates must have experience in Software Implementations, specifically Data Migrations, ideally using Microsoft SQL.  They should also have experience within at least one of the following areas of local government ether as a supplier or a customer: Housing, Revenues, Asset management, Regulatory data (e.g. licencing, Food Standards), Fire Safety, Transport or Police.

Requirements

  • Good commercial awareness
  • Ability to gather and define requirements, including documentation and appropriate customer sign-off
  • Good presentation skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to take ownership of problems and see them to resolution
  • Ability to manage change of priorities at short notice.
  • Ability to deal with demanding product and project development plans.
  • Prepared to travel throughout the UK and Ireland
  • Positive, Proactive & self-motivated
  • A clean driving license
  • SC & NPPV3 holder or ability to become a holder
  • Good customer service skills and ability to deal with customer queries and complaints
  • Time management skills with the ability to work with minimum supervision
  • Experienced in Microsoft Office products
  • 5 or more years Microsoft SQL experience

Desirable skills:

  • Python
  • JSON
  • CSS
  • HTML
  • C#
  • APIs

We Want You to Bring Your Whole Self to Work 
 
There is no such thing as the perfect candidate, so if you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point on the list above, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit. 

Why You'll Love Working with Us 
 
As a company, we're passionate about what we do and the citizens we serve. If you, too, want to champion the use of technology in public services to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organizations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve career growth, and make a real difference to people and communities.  
 
We know that when our people are happy, they work better and have greater job satisfaction. Here's what you can expect: 

Benefits

Time Off & Work-Life Balance 

25 Days Annual Leave + bank holidays – plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days! 
Days of Difference – Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering. 
 

Financial Well-being & Security  

Pension Contributions – 5% employer match to support your future. 
Income Protection – Up to 75% salary cover for long-term illness. 
Life Assurance – 4x salary tax-free lump sum. 
Critical Illness Cover – £25,000 lump sum (extendable to dependents). 

Health & Perks 

Private Medical Insurance – Fast access to private healthcare. 
Health Cash Plan – Claim back physio, therapies & more. 
Dental Insurance – Cover for routine & emergency care. 
Affinity Groups – Join employee-led communities. 
Bounty Bonus – Refer a friend & get rewarded. 

At Civica, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, so every candidate has an equal chance to contribute to our mission. 

If you need any adjustments or accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to support you. 

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2026 Graduate Programme - Communities - Local Government (Project Management)

Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber WSP USA

Posted 9 days ago

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**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**  
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
We are looking for Graduates for our Communities Project Management team, who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects.  
**_We are recruiting for a Graduate in the following location:_**
+ Leeds
**A little bit more about your role and the team.**
Across the UK, our communities teams provide local authorities with advice on everything from transport to urban regeneration, and flood risk to securing funding. Our Communities Project Management team in Leeds are currently looking to recruit a Graduate into their team. As we work in partnership with local councils, we are **unable** to offer flexibility on this location.
As a Graduate Project Manager within our Communities team in Leeds, you'll play a key role in coordinating the delivery of a variety of infrastructure projects for our Local Government clients. Projects range in size, complexity and value from an inspection scheme to award winning multi-disciplinary projects such as Regent Street Flyover. Working in this team, you will be helping deliver projects such as:
**PROJECTS**
+ Regent Street Flyover
+ Kex Grill
+ Leeds City Council
+ City of York Council
+ North Yorkshire Council
Graduates in the past have worked on a number of projects, including packages of principal bridge inspections, bridge assessments and design work for roads and structures. Our graduates have also worked on highway maintenance schemes, junction improvement schemes and large-scale projects, such as Kex Gill.
You'll be immersed in the full lifecycle of project delivery, managing workflows, supporting delivery teams and project managers with contract and project administration and financial tracking and reporting. You'll play an active role in project delivery, with direct exposure to clients, contractors, and key stakeholders.
Day-to-day activities could include:
+ Coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of project phases.
+ Assisting in managing budgets, resource allocation, and procurement activities.
+ Monitoring project progress and prepare status reports for clients and senior leadership.
+ Facilitating meetings, track actions, and ensure documentation is up to date and compliant.
+ Contributing to risk management, change control, and quality assurance processes
**Graduate Development Programme**
You will join an enthusiastic and supportive team, providing you with a challenging and fulfilling career. In this team, you will be dealing with internal and external stakeholders, collaborating with colleagues and adapting to dynamic project environments.
Our two-year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programmes include core business and professional skills training, career development workshops and resources, valuable networking opportunities, mentoring for professional registration and a breadth of on-the-job experience. 
To find out more, please visit: Who we are - ECP ( teams are committed to your career progression, encouraging growth from the very beginning. Many employees have started as graduates and successfully advanced within the company. We encourage you to achieve chartered status with professional bodies such as the Project Management Qualification (PMQ) and NEC accreditation, ensuring your development is a priority. You will be fully supported through enrolment in a professional institution's training agreement, guiding you towards chartered or incorporated status.
To find out more about Sectors and Specialisms we recruit our Graduates into, as well as qualification requirements, please _click on the Graduate brochure or Graduate website link below._
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate**
You'll have graduated with at least a 2:2 in a master's or bachelor's degree in project management.  **_To assist you in finding potential areas of the business that are relevant to you. Please visit our Graduate brochure or website_** Graduate brochure ( or Graduate website ( Candidates must complete the application form in full answering all specific questions. This requirement applies to all candidates, inclusive of their background. Successful completion of this stage is mandatory. Candidates who pass this initial stage, will then be required to complete an online skill enabler assessment. Both the application form and the skill enabler assessment are essential parts of the early career's recruitment process.
+ You'll be looking to start work in September 2026.
+ You'll have a passion for consulting and Project Management.
+ You will have the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines and stakeholders with precision.
+ You'll be comfortable engaging with clients, consultants and technical teams across all stages of a project.
+ You'll want to ensure accuracy in documentation, reporting and contract administration, especially within NEC frameworks.
+ You'll have an enthusiasm for creativity and a drive to solve problems.
+ You'll want to inspire us, sharing new ideas you have and seeking out opportunities to contribute.
+ You'll want to pursue APM qualifications and/or NEC accreditation
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Should you have the right qualifications for our positions, apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities we have available for our Graduate programme
For further information regarding our Application & Selection process, including timelines for recruitment, please visit our Early Careers brochure - Application & Selection ( review applications for our Early Career opportunities on a rolling basis, which means we begin progressing some candidates to the final stages before the application closing date. To ensure your application receives full consideration, we recommend submitting it as early as possible.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**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 our 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.
**Your development**
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.
**#WeAreWSP**
_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._
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Principal or Senior Consultant / Engineer: Local Government Flood Risk Management and Sustainable...

Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber WSP USA

Posted 13 days ago

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**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
To find out more about our Water business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Water Resilience | Stronger Together | WSP ( to strong and sustained growth in our Sustainable Water Management business, we are seeking experienced applicants to join our team of 300 water science and engineering professionals. Applicants are invited to further strengthen our project delivery and technical capability in a wide range of flood risk management projects for our Local Authority clients.
The Sustainable Water Management business operates as a national team and work is shared around the team in a fair and transparent way, ensuring project allocation takes into account personal interests and development aspirations and much as practicable.
**A little more about your role.**
We are looking for passionate professionals who have a strong experience working with Lead Local Flood Authorities and have a competent understanding of key legislation and policies such as the Flood and Water Management Act, The Land Drainage Act and the National Planning Policy Framework (in relation to flood risk and drainage). With preferred strengths in flood risk management and sustainable drainage you will ideally have familiarity with other water environment disciplines to aid delivery of more complex projects for a range of clients.
The appointment would be at Senior or Principal grade, depending on experience. We can be flexible on location within the UK and offer a true hybrid work arrangement.
You will contribute to a diverse range of projects but the main focus of your work is likely to be delivering and taking technical lead roles on flood risk management projects for local authorities which can include large range of projects including; flood investigations, developing flood strategies, helping deliver solutions for flood alleviation, natural flood management, sustainable drainage master-planning, and supporting the planning process to ensure the most sustainable solutions are achieved for the water environment.
Your work will be varied but will include some technical, management and commercial responsibilities. Sharing your technical expertise and mentoring others in the team will also be an important part of your role.
**Responsibilities will include:**
+ Significantly contributing to delivery of good quality technical deliverables to clients, often as technical reviewer.
+ Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues, overseeing small project teams.
+ Managing workload and project delivery with minimal supervision.
+ Demonstrating positive H&S behaviours and championing this amongst the wider team.
+ Contributing to the planning of tasks/projects providing input to programme, budget, and quality requirements.
+ Engaging positively and professionally with clients and developing trusted advisor role as you grow a network of client contacts, supported by more senior colleagues.
+ Contribute to securing small projects and extensions to existing projects.
+ Develop solutions that address client issues, challenges, and needs in collaboration with project or team leaders.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
**Skills / Experience**
+ Experience working in flood risk management with local authorities or a combination of public and private sector flood risk management experience.
+ Demonstrable experience of understanding budgets and leading delivery of projects or technical outputs related to flood risk management or sustainable drainage.
+ Understanding of the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, the Land Drainage Act the Planning Practice Guidance: Flood Risk and Coastal Change and its application for management of flood risk for Local Authorities in the UK. Desirable wider knowledge of the regulatory context for planning in the UK.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in supporting and/or mentoring more junior colleagues whilst having the ability to successfully liaise with more senior colleagues when needed.
+ Knowledge and understanding of surface water drainage modelling and Sustainable Drainage Systems.
+ Experience in preparing Local Flood Risk Management Strategies and Strategic Flood Risk Assessments.
+ Demonstrable experience in technical report writing and checking.
+ Confidence in presenting and leading meetings with team members and clients.
**Qualifications**
+ A degree in a relevant environmental, geographical, science or engineering discipline is essential
+ Chartered status with C.WEM, CEnv, CSci or CEng is desired for Principal or evidence of working towards chartership for Senior
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
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#LI-DM2
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**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 our 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.
**Your development**
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.
**#WeAreWSP**
_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._
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Principal or Senior Consultant / Engineer: Local Government Flood Risk Management and Sustainable...

Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber WSP USA

Posted 2 days ago

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**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
To find out more about our Water business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Water Resilience | Stronger Together | WSP ( to strong and sustained growth in our Sustainable Water Management business, we are seeking experienced applicants to join our team of 300 water science and engineering professionals. Applicants are invited to further strengthen our project delivery and technical capability in a wide range of flood risk management projects for our Local Authority clients.
The Sustainable Water Management business operates as a national team and work is shared around the team in a fair and transparent way, ensuring project allocation takes into account personal interests and development aspirations and much as practicable.
**A little more about your role.**
We are looking for passionate professionals who have a strong experience working with Lead Local Flood Authorities and have a competent understanding of key legislation and policies such as the Flood and Water Management Act, The Land Drainage Act and the National Planning Policy Framework (in relation to flood risk and drainage). With preferred strengths in flood risk management and sustainable drainage you will ideally have familiarity with other water environment disciplines to aid delivery of more complex projects for a range of clients.
The appointment would be at Senior or Principal grade, depending on experience. We can be flexible on location within the UK and offer a true hybrid work arrangement.
You will contribute to a diverse range of projects but the main focus of your work is likely to be delivering and taking technical lead roles on flood risk management projects for local authorities which can include large range of projects including; flood investigations, developing flood strategies, helping deliver solutions for flood alleviation, natural flood management, sustainable drainage master-planning, and supporting the planning process to ensure the most sustainable solutions are achieved for the water environment.
Your work will be varied but will include some technical, management and commercial responsibilities. Sharing your technical expertise and mentoring others in the team will also be an important part of your role.
**Responsibilities will include:**
+ Significantly contributing to delivery of good quality technical deliverables to clients, often as technical reviewer.
+ Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues, overseeing small project teams.
+ Managing workload and project delivery with minimal supervision.
+ Demonstrating positive H&S behaviours and championing this amongst the wider team.
+ Contributing to the planning of tasks/projects providing input to programme, budget, and quality requirements.
+ Engaging positively and professionally with clients and developing trusted advisor role as you grow a network of client contacts, supported by more senior colleagues.
+ Contribute to securing small projects and extensions to existing projects.
+ Develop solutions that address client issues, challenges, and needs in collaboration with project or team leaders.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
**Skills / Experience**
+ Experience working in flood risk management with local authorities or a combination of public and private sector flood risk management experience.
+ Demonstrable experience of understanding budgets and leading delivery of projects or technical outputs related to flood risk management or sustainable drainage.
+ Understanding of the Flood and Water Management Act 2010, the Land Drainage Act the Planning Practice Guidance: Flood Risk and Coastal Change and its application for management of flood risk for Local Authorities in the UK. Desirable wider knowledge of the regulatory context for planning in the UK.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in supporting and/or mentoring more junior colleagues whilst having the ability to successfully liaise with more senior colleagues when needed.
+ Knowledge and understanding of surface water drainage modelling and Sustainable Drainage Systems.
+ Experience in preparing Local Flood Risk Management Strategies and Strategic Flood Risk Assessments.
+ Demonstrable experience in technical report writing and checking.
+ Confidence in presenting and leading meetings with team members and clients.
**Qualifications**
+ A degree in a relevant environmental, geographical, science or engineering discipline is essential
+ Chartered status with C.WEM, CEnv, CSci or CEng is desired for Principal or evidence of working towards chartership for Senior
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
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
#LI-DM2
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**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 our 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.
**Your development**
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.
**#WeAreWSP**
_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._
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  23. medical_services Dental
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  26. school Education & Teaching
  27. electrical_services Electrical Engineering
  28. bolt Energy
  29. local_mall Fmcg
  30. gavel Government & Non Profit
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  48. perm_media Media & PR
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  54. biotech Pharmaceutical
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  60. point_of_sale Sales
  61. science Scientific Research & Development
  62. wifi Telecoms
  63. psychology Therapy
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