Job Description

Head of EIA 
Location: London (Hybrid – Anchor Office Days: Tuesday & Thursday)
Salary: £75,000 +
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
£3,000 Placement Bonus – See Details Below

Lead the future of environmental planning and impact with an award-winning consultancy.

About the Company

Our client is a nationally respected, award-winning multidisciplinary consultancy, renowned for delivering innovative, sustainable solutions across Planning, Design, and Environmental disciplines.

Their diverse project portfolio spans residential schemes, heritage sites, renewable energy developments, and major commercial projects—including NSIPs. With a strong focus on shaping environments responsibly, they’ve earned a reputation as leaders in environmental stewardship and client collaboration.

The Role: Head of EIA

We’re looking for an experienced and forward-thinking environmental professional to lead and grow the EIA Business Unit. You’ll be accountable for delivering the unit’s strategic vision, shaping its commercial and technical direction, and inspiring a high-performing team of consultants across multiple disciplines.

This role balances leadership, technical oversight, and business strategy, making it ideal for someone with deep EIA knowledge and a passion for leading impactful projects.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Strategy

• Define and deliver the EIA growth strategy in line with company-wide plans.
  
  
• Manage business performance, profitability, and operational excellence.
  
  
• Collaborate with Directors, HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to drive innovation and accountability.
  
  

Project & Technical Delivery

• Lead high-value, complex EIA projects across sectors with minimal supervision.
  
  
• Take full responsibility for P&L, forecasting, tender responses, and SHEQ compliance.
  
  
• Support and oversee technical quality, best practice, and process improvement.
  
  

Team Development & Culture

• Build and develop a high-performing, motivated EIA team.
  
  
• Mentor future leaders, facilitate CPD, and encourage technical excellence.
  
  
• Champion a culture of collaboration, innovation, and client focus.
  
  

Health & Safety

• Ensure compliance with all H&S policies and practices across the unit.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Significant experience in Environmental Impact Assessment and related disciplines.
  
  
• Strong technical understanding of EIA processes, legislation, and methodology.
  
  
• Proven leadership and project management capability on major developments.
  
  
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  
  
• Professional membership (e.g. IEMA, RTPI) preferred.
  
  
• Strong industry connections, ideally with local authorities and borough councils.
  
  

Why Join?

As part of a progressive, people-focused organisation, you’ll enjoy a role that’s challenging, fulfilling, and built around your growth. You’ll be supported by a team that values innovation and purpose—and by a business that invests in both career development and wellbeing.

Benefits

• £3,000 Placement Bonus via Talent Torch upon successful hire.
• Enhanced Annual Leave: 25 days + bank holidays (with Loyalty Leave up to +5 days).
• Non-contractual company growth bonus scheme.
• Private Medical Insurance (Vitality) + BUPA Cash Plan.
• Company Pension & Death in Service cover.
• Hybrid working with centrally located city offices (London, Manchester, York, Edinburgh).
• Career Progression Framework & CPD structure.
• Professional body membership.
• Atlas Learning & Development platform.
• Discounted gym membership, cycle-to-work scheme & lifestyle perks (Amazon, Odeon, Apple).
• Mental health & financial wellbeing support via EAP.
  
  

Apply Now

Interested in making your mark on sustainable development at a national scale?
Apply today or contact Talent Torch in confidence to find out more.

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

*How the Placement Bonus Works: Earn the stated bonus when you secure this job through Talent Torch. You’ll receive 50% of the bonus within 14 days of employer payment, and the remaining 50% after completing 90 days in the role. Direct applications or jobs secured via other means aren’t eligible. Subject to Terms & Conditions available on our website.