Job Description

Director of Water Environment – £2,250 Placement Bonus

Location: Midlands, Office-Based (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Up to £70,000
Car Allowance

£2,250 Placement Bonus – See details below.

Lead strategic growth in sustainable water consultancy with a high-impact leadership role.

About the Company

Our client is a specialist environmental consultancy supporting public and private sector organisations across planning and development. They deliver cost-effective, pragmatic solutions that protect and enhance the environment while navigating complex policy landscapes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit, mission-driven team that values collaboration, innovation, and making a real difference. With a new leadership team in place, they are committed to building a supportive culture where you can shape the future of the business.

The Role

As Director of Water Environment, you’ll lead and expand a high-performing team delivering consultancy services across flood risk, drainage, and peatland hydrology, particularly in pre-planning for the residential, renewables, and utilities sectors.

You’ll take ownership of strategic planning, team leadership, business development, and financial performance, while also contributing to the wider growth of the company alongside the senior leadership team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the Water Environment team, ensuring performance, morale, and development align with business goals.

• Provide technical direction and oversight in flood risk, drainage, and/or peatland hydrology.

• Uphold high technical standards and quality assurance processes.

• Generate new business through networking, bids, and proposal writing.

• Attend client meetings and offer expert consultancy advice.

• Manage team resourcing and individual CPD.

• Deliver continuous improvement across systems, health and safety, and culture.

What We’re Looking For

• 10–15+ years of experience in flood risk, drainage, or peatland hydrology.

• Chartered status with a relevant professional body.

• Strong track record in sales and business development.

• Proven delivery of Flood Risk Assessments, drainage strategies, and planning documentation for complex developments.

• Advanced knowledge of planning legislation across the UK.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder negotiation skills (SEPA, EA, LLFAs, etc.).

• Experience in business leadership and continuous improvement.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary Up to £70,000 DOE

• 20 days per annum CPD

• Paid Professional Membership

• 25 days holiday plus 9 Scottish bank holidays (increases with service)

• Paid Lunch

• Flexible TOIL / Balancing Hours policy

• Private Healthcare Plan

• Company Pension Contribution

• Hybrid working

• UK relocation package available for the right candidate

How to Apply

Email your CV to: talent@talent-torch.co.uk
Apply online at: www.talent-torch.co.uk/vacancies

Be a key driver of innovation in environmental consultancy. Apply today.

How the Placement Bonus Works

Secure this role through Talent Torch and earn a £2,250 bonus:

• 50% paid within 14 days of employer payment

• 50% paid after completing 90 days in the role

• Direct applications or jobs secured via other means aren’t eligible

• Full Terms & Conditions available on our website

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