Graduate Environmental Consultant

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Graduate Environmental Consultant

We are sweepco, a Europe leading design, engineering, environment and regulatory consultancy. Our Early Careers Graduate Scheme seeks a Graduate Environmental Consultant to join our Leeds office in November 2026. The role will be based in Leeds with flexible working - a minimum of three days per week in the office and the option to adjust start and finish times.

What does the role involve?

• Assist in delivering Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) for a range of projects, coordinating tasks such as site visits, land access and consultation.
• Conduct baseline data collection, facilitate consultations and prepare report writing.
• Attend and participate in meetings and site visits as part of the EIA delivery process.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Environmental Science, EIA or a related subject.
• Knowledge or experience with EIAs.
• A relevant Master's degree is beneficial but not essential.

Who are we looking for?

• A relevant degree with less than 12 months of related work experience (excluding placements).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Driven, proactive and solution oriented.
• Authorized to work in the UK without restrictions.

What's in it for you?

• Two year blended learning experience with a tailored programme delivered virtually and face to face.
• Networking and growth opportunities within the 2026 cohort.
• Structured masterclasses on core skills, internal insight and functional expertise to support professional accreditation.
• Permanent position with industry standard salary, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and up to 5 extra days), pension and life assurance.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks Policy).
• Competitive pension contribution and life assurance.
• Private medical insurance.
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
• Payment of two relevant professional subscriptions.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year).
• Cycle2Work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing, mental health, financial and work advice).
• Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit Select.
• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme.
• We plant a tree for all new starters.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We encourage applications from suitable and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or paternity. We are a Disability Confident employer and will interview applicants covered by the Equality Act 2010 who opt in to the guaranteed interview scheme.