Job Title:Flood Risk Analyst
Salary:(phone number removed) (dependent on experience)
Location:Various UK locations (primarily Southern England)
Type:Permanent | Full Time or Part Time | Hybrid
About the RoleOur client is seeking experienced Flood Risk Analysts (above graduate level) to join their established development and flood risk team.
The role focuses on delivering high-quality, site-specific and strategic flood risk advice to a wide range of clients involved in development and land use planning projects.
Successful candidates will also have the opportunity to contribute to a broad range of projects while working alongside some of the UK’s foremost technical specialists in flood risk and water management.
About the ClientOur client is an award-winning environmental and engineering consultancy with a strong reputation in flood risk, climate resilience and water management.
The organisation is independent and employee-owned, supporting long-term decision making and continued investment in people and innovation. With offices across the UK and internationally, our client works with public and private sector organisations to help build resilience to flood and environmental risks in a changing climate.
The business places a strong focus on collaboration, professional development and knowledge sharing, offering employees ongoing opportunities to develop their expertise and progress their careers.
Key ResponsibilitiesLeading and delivering Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and Flood Consequence Assessments (FCA) in line with TAN15Providing planning advice relating to flood risk and drainage for projects across England and WalesSupporting and delivering technical assessments, including hydraulic modelling and hydrological analysisDeveloping and assessing flood mitigation solutions and drainage strategiesSupporting, managing or directing project delivery to programme and budgetWorking collaboratively with clients, design teams and stakeholdersPreparing fee proposals and tender submissionsSupporting and mentoring junior team membersBuilding effective working relationships within multidisciplinary teamsWhat Our Client is Looking ForPrevious experience working within the UK flood risk and development planning sector (essential)Experience preparing and coordinating Flood Risk Assessments and/or Flood Consequence AssessmentsStrong knowledge of the UK planning system and flood risk policyExperience analysing and interpreting hydraulic modelling outputsStrong technical report writing and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex issues to non-specialistsExperience supporting project delivery and commercial awarenessExperience working with GIS and CAD softwareAdvanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)Desirable experience:
Preparing outline drainage strategiesExperience with hydraulic modelling software such as Flood Modeller, TUFLOW or HEC-RASHydrological analysis using Flood Estimation Handbook methodologiesExperience mentoring junior staffExperience supporting tenders and business developmentBuilding client relationships and supporting work winning activitiesA full UK driving licenceWhat Our Client OffersCompetitive salary packageHybrid and flexible working arrangementsStrong emphasis on healthy work-life balanceStructured professional development and training supportSupport towards professional chartershipEmployee-owned organisation with long-term career stabilityWellbeing initiatives and employee benefits schemesOpportunities to collaborate with leading specialists in the sectorEligibilityApplicants should hold a degree (or equivalent) in geography, engineering, environmental science or a related discipline.
Candidates must have previous experience working in the UK flood risk and planning sector.
Professional chartership (for example CIWEM or ICE) is highly valued, and candidates should ideally be chartered or working towards chartership.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Opportunity for GrowthThis role offers the opportunity to join a highly respected consultancy working on projects that address some of the most important environmental and climate challenges facing the UK.
Employees benefit from structured development programmes, training budgets and chartership support, providing strong long-term career progression within the organisation.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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