Job Description

About Antea Group

Antea Group is a global environment, health, safety, and sustainability consulting firm. By combining strategic thinking with technical expertise, we solve client challenges and create a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable world. We work in partnership with and advise many of the world's leading companies to address ESG-business challenges in a way that fits their pace and unique objectives. We maintain a global perspective on business issues through not only our work with multinational clients, but also through our sister organisations in Europe, Asia, and Latin America and as a founding member of the Inogen Alliance.

About the Position

We are currently seeking a Transaction Support Consultant to join Antea Group UK, our established EHS consulting operation based in the United Kingdom.


As the Transaction Support Consultant, you will play a pivotal role within our expanding Transaction Support team. Your primary responsibilities will be to support multinational clients across a broad spectrum of due diligence work: subsurface risks (e.g. Phase I ESAs and Phase II ESAs); operational risks (e.g., permit reviews and EHS material compliance reviews); contaminated infrastructure; PFAS issues; Environment, Social Governance (ESG) risks; business risks; post-acquisition planning and advising; deal negotiation support, including support with insurance underwriters or other stakeholders integral to the success of the deal.


This is a full-time role with a general expectation of working a schedule of 9:00am-5:30pm.


To be successful in this role, individuals must demonstrate:

Ability to work confidently and independently on complex assignments Project management skills, both as a team member and task leader Strong technical report writing skills Ability to make insightful recommendations and independent judgments Understanding of how their work impacts project success and customer experience Willingness to train, develop and direct other team members Strong collaboration and effective communication skills Ability to promote and exemplify firm values and foster a professional, inclusive culture Flexibility and willingness to travel as required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

BSc in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or related field. 3+ years of applicable M&A experience Basic due diligence elements such as Phase I ESAs, EHS material compliance reviews, PFAS risk analyses, and ESG risk analyses. Familiar with the M&A life cycle from investment thesis advising, to acquisition due diligence, integration assistance, post-acquisition corrective actions, and advising on exit strategies. Understanding of ESG, sustainability concepts, subsurface risks, material EHS compliance and how businesses are incorporating ESG into their programs and investment theses, particularly with clients in the financial sector. Strong organisational skills, as well as exemplary verbal communication skills are a must. Self-sufficient with excellent proposal writing and report writing skills, capable of producing high-quality client-ready documents. Potential employees must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check. You must also have a valid driver's license for business travel.

Qualifications considered as a "Plus":

Experience with Private Equity clients, banks, and/or the insurance industry is highly valued. Experience with Oil & Gas (O&G) portfolio M&A projects is helpful (e.g., large downstream O&G acquisitions and divestitures, such as convenience stores/gas stations, as well as mid-stream O&G experience such as refineries and terminals). NEBOSH Diploma or General Certificate (or similar) in Health & Safety, or specific experience in this area. Team player, with an inclination for leadership, team management, coordination, and direction. Experience in other practice areas is highly valued, such as EHS compliance auditing, Sustainability, and Site investigation/remediation. Responsive by nature, with a willingness to perform as necessary based on client needs and expectations.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


Our EHS consulting operation in Leeds, United Kingdom will be supported by our sister company, Antea Group USA. The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK. Antea Group UK Limited will offer a competitive pay and benefits package including competitive basic salary, company matched pension scheme, health and life insurance, 25 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays increasing with service, supported training and professional development opportunities.