About SLR & the role SLR Consulting is an international environmental consultancy with a globally recognised reputation for providing high quality tailored services.
With offices throughout the Asia Pacific, Europe, North, Central and South America and Africa regions, we are one of a very small number of leading international specialist environmental consultancies.
We have committed to being a Climate Neutral Business by 2030 and have a long-term commitment to align with global net zero ambitions.
Due to upcoming parental leave, SLR's rapidly growing social performance team are looking to recruit a Principal Consultant with a strong background in designing and delivering S ocial Impact Assessments, first nations engagement and designing and implementing community and stakeholder engagement programs.
This opportunity to join one of SLR's fastest growing national teams, based from our modern Perth offices and will suit a Social Performance expert with 12+ Years experience.
This is a 12 month Fixed term contract , however due to the growth trajectory of the team this is a possibility for permanency after the contract period.
Responsibilities You will work in partnership with a good mix of our 23 Disciplines, learning from and collaborating with many of our 1000 (and counting!)
employees in APAC; this opportunity will see you: Support the Social Performance team across APAC.
Provide specialist advice to clients on social impact assessment including SIA management plans.
The SIAs should have full consideration of social and communities' needs, priorities and perceptions, and meet all relevant Australian requirements as well as comply with relevant international standards where possible.
Mentor train and impart knowledge on junior staff, both in Brisbane and across the national Social Performance team.
Managing, Directing and Completing projects to a high standard in terms of program, profitability, technical risk management and overall client satisfaction.
Liaise with local authorities and contractors as well as other leading consultants from other disciplines in the and collaborate with others on the national scene.
Adhere to professional standards, ethics and quality procedures.
Contribute to our proud company culture.
Experience In addition to being an outgoing and dynamic team player, our ideal candidate will have: 12+ years of experience in Social Performance/Social Impact/ Communications and Engagement roles.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental science, social sciences, or a related field.
Experience in Social Impact Assessment and ability to adhere to national and international standards.
Experience in development of organisation and project sustainability strategies to achieve outcomes for our clients.
Interest in ESG frameworks, circular economy, climate change adaptation and resilience.
Proven ability to do strategic business development and a strong existing client network in the industry.
Positive, can-do attitude, and an ability to work with multiple disciplines and teams across a large dynamic business.
Experience in the consulting industry for at least a portion of your career so far.
Our Benefits We are most proud of our diverse, friendly and expert team, who work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients.
Whether you're enjoying our flexible hybrid work environment, looking to excel through our defined career progression program, or at that time in your life where a supportive and generous parental leave scheme is key… Our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all.
You can find a comprehensive list here.
Next Steps If joining a global leader in Environmental Consulting, with a well-established and rapidly expanded footprint in APAC excites you, apply now.
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