Job Description

SLR has an exciting opportunity for a Graduate grade Consultant to join its busy and thriving Environmental Management, Permitting and Compliance (EMPC) team.




The team provide regulatory compliance and environmental management services to assist the waste, industry, power and oil and gas sectors with their complex environmental legislative obligations. The services and sectors within which the team operate are key areas of growth for the business. Applications are invited from candidates looking for their first professional position.




You will have a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and career under the direction of SLR's expert team, and with a career framework and regular reviews to help you progress.




The position presents an excellent opportunity to join an experienced team of specialists, assisted by a multidisciplinary range of experts in the fields of air quality, noise, hydrogeology, process engineering, process safety and more.

The role

You will assist the team in a diverse range of compliance and environmental management matters including preparation of environmental permit applications, undertaking of audits and development of environmental management systems, within the waste, industry and energy sectors. You will be expected to:


Deliver technical work under the supervision of senior colleagues; Build professional knowledge by keeping up to date with trends and best practice in environmental permitting; Organise self to be on time and deliver work as needed; Be positive and professional; and Understand the importance of client relationships and build rapport with clients
As a graduate you will automatically be enrolled on our structured Graduate Programme which will support both your technical and business development giving you a great foundation for a rewarding and dynamic career.

About us

SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 days annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life.

About you

You will have recently graduated with or be in your final year of, a relevant degree plus have a basic knowledge of environmental permitting legislation and guidance, knowledge of environmental issues and management of impacts. In addition the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:


Professional and effective communication The ability to think analytically, reframe problems and identify solutions. Be able to work both as part of a team and on own initiative. Builds strong, lasting relationships with others. Effective at managing their time and has a "can do" attitude. Report writing skills and competent Microsoft software suite user (Word and Excel). Graduate level membership of a relevant professional body.



Due to the nature of the role you will need to hold a full current UK driving licence at time of joining.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.


We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent.


Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR.


SLR Commitment - All applicants with a disability who meet the essential requirements for the job will be guaranteed an interview in line with our Disability Confident Committed status.

This role will not be closed before 1st January 2026, however we will be reviewing and progressing candidates on an ongoing basis, so we recommend making your application at your earliest opportunity.