Our client is an independent consultancy that provides strategic advice to those who lead, do business or invest in local economies. They work with a range of clients including local government, Combined Authorities, private sector investors and developers across the UK. They are an employee-owned business, which demonstrates their commitment to independence and a strong social purpose, that will protect the interests of employees, and work to increase positive impact on places. It also means all staff have a financial stake in the business, with access to many benefits, including a share of company profits.

They are looking to hire a Senior or Principal Consultant in their strategy team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public sector consulting in strategy and/or transformation, and a proven ability to work with local and regional government stakeholders at all levels. They should be looking to join a consultancy with a difference and a clear mission to support place.
This position is a lead role in the strategy team, working on a range of high-profile strategy development and implementation projects across regional devolution, economic growth, sector development and other key economic policy areas, leading and coaching junior consultants and working closely with the team of directors to support clients to affect change in today’s complex and dynamic government environment.

Candidates are expected to demonstrate:

• 4+ years’ experience working in a consulting firm (6+ years for Principal Consultant), with a focus on local and regional government strategy or complex transformation projects.
• Strong interest in solving problems in a public sector or public-private environment, understanding of the current public policy environment surround local and regional government and interest in economic policy and local economies and politics in the UK.
• A strong understanding of the policy levers available for places to support economic growth, balancing theoretical insights with practical experience as appropriate
• Excellent understanding of core consulting approaches and methods for strategy development, transformation and change management
• A track record of leading and delivering a diverse range of strategic projects across various public sector policy areas, with deep experience in local and regional government
• Experience interpreting, critically interrogating and conveying data-led insights and working with socio-economic data
• Practiced skills in working with challenging public sector stakeholders and complex client environments
• Ability to work with ambiguity, navigating uncertain client requirements, changing landscapes and political dynamics, and supporting teams to do the same
• Evidence of working in and leading teams, managing clients, projects and consultants on time and to target end to end, from strategy to delivery
• Experience of leading pitch and bid development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including a range of producing client deliverables, presenting formally and informally
• Commitment to personal development, on-the-job learning and strong self-leadership skills

Typical tasks include:

• Leading a range of strategic project work – e.g. developing approaches and plans to meet client requirements, leading and supporting regular client engagement, developing written outputs/ reports/ slide packs, leading research and analytical work and recommendation development for our broad range of clients, ongoing risk and progress management
• Managing day-to-day relationships with clients, project leadership and project teams
• Supporting the development of other colleagues within and outside projects
• Leading and supporting proposal writing
• Contributing to shaping internal best practice around strategy development and delivery
• Supporting the management activities/ administration of the business as required

Principal Consultants are expected to be able to deliver a wider variety and complexity of projects more independently, with less direct supervision from Project Directors, and make a more significant contribution to business development.
The successful candidate could be based at either the Manchester or London office. There would also be a certain amount of travel around the UK to client meetings.
What they offer
Competitive salary dependent on experience and an excellent benefits package comprising:

• Annual profit share (dependent on company performance)
• 8% employer contribution to company pension scheme (after three months)
• 29 days annual leave which includes company closedown between Christmas and New Year and one day birthday leave
• Wellbeing benefits including life insurance, income protection insurance, cycle to work scheme
• Access to employee assistance programme which provides various support services including 24/7 GP appointments
• Hybrid working with an expectation of at least 2 days per week in the London or Manchester office
• Access to training and personal development in line with career progression goals and business requirements

For more information on this role please contact Michelle: mluck@allen-york.com
About us: Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all. Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. Let’s help build a better world, together.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Ecologist to join a respected, employee-owned consultancy with a strong reputation across the South West and nationally. You’ll lead on complex ecological projects, provide technical expertise, and support a team of dedicated ecologists, while helping to build lasting relationships with clients across a range of sectors.

We’re looking for someone with significant experience at Senior Ecologist level or above, strong technical skills in assessments and reporting, excellent communication abilities, and full CIEEM membership. A relevant degree, commercial awareness, and a UK driving licence are essential, with Chartered status an advantage.

In return, you’ll receive a competitive salary, profit share, pension, flexible hybrid working, volunteering days, and first-class training and mentoring within a collaborative and supportive team. This is a rare chance to progress your career while working on diverse, interesting projects that make a real environmental impact.

About us: Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all. Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. Let’s help build a better world, together.

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Are you an organised, energetic and tech-savvy project professional who loves keeping teams on track? We’re partnering with a respected international consultancy to find a proactive Project Coordinator to support project delivery, enhance systems, and champion best-practice project management across the business.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems, and takes pride in creating order, clarity and smooth project operations.

In this role, you will:

• Support project managers with proposals, tenders, budgeting and project setup
• Track time, budgets and spend across projects and proposals
• Coordinate meetings, invoicing, reports, presentations and client comms
• Manage logistics, documentation and QA/QC processes
• Lead group project reporting for senior leadership
• Act as the ERP super user, resolving system queries and developing reports
• Train and mentor colleagues on project processes and system use

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years’ experience in project coordination or consulting
• Strong ERP and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) capability
• Exceptional organisation, communication and stakeholder management skills
• A problem-solver with attention to detail and a love for structure and process
• Willingness to travel and work on-site when required
• Relevant Project Management qualification

Interested?

If you’re someone who enjoys helping teams succeed and wants to play a central role in delivering impactful environmental and mining projects, this could be your perfect next step.

Apply now by sending over your CV – I’d be happy to share more details.

Allen & York – delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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Are you a seasoned finance leader ready to take ownership of multi-entity financial management across a purpose-driven global organisation? We’re supporting a leading international consultancy in their search for an experienced Group Financial Manager to oversee consolidated reporting, governance, compliance, and strategic financial planning across their African and international operations.

This is a high-impact role at the heart of the organisation’s financial health – ideal for someone who thrives in complex, multi-currency environments and enjoys shaping financial strategy while ensuring rigorous control.

In this role, you will:

• Lead group-wide financial reporting, month-end close, and statutory compliance
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, scenario modelling, and strategic financial planning
• Oversee cash flow, treasury, intercompany loans, and FX exposure
• Manage internal and external audits, tax compliance, and regulatory submissions
• Strengthen financial controls, risk management, and transfer pricing frameworks
• Support M&A activity, investment decisions, and operational leadership
• Mentor a dispersed finance team and foster a high-performance culture

What We’re Looking For:

• CA(SA) / equivalent with 10+ years post-articles experience
• Strong consolidation experience across multi-entity, multi-currency groups
• Proven leadership and exceptional analytical and commercial acumen
• Experience with Business Central or similar ERP systems
• Exposure to African tax, international tax, and transfer pricing (advantageous)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Willingness to travel

Interested?

If you’re driven by accuracy, strategic insight, and the opportunity to influence financial decision-making at a global level, this is an exceptional next step.

Interested in learning more? I’d be happy to share further details.

Allen & York – delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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Are you a detail-driven Project Accountant who thrives at the intersection of finance, project delivery, and operational excellence? An established international environmental consultancy is looking for a proactive finance professional to play a key role in strengthening project financial management across their growing business.

In this role, you’ll work closely with project managers and senior leadership, providing accurate financial insights, enhancing reporting capability, and ensuring robust controls are consistently applied. You’ll take ownership of key processes across budgeting, forecasting, job costing, cash flow management, and system optimisation, becoming the go-to super user for the ERP job costing module.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Driving the development and automation of monthly financial and project reports
• Managing Work-in-Hand reporting and supporting budgeting & cost-control processes
• Authorising project purchase orders and ensuring procurement compliance
• Implementing and improving subcontractor and cash-payment procedures
• Maintaining project costing tools and templates for pricing and tenders
• Monitoring project risks and highlighting variances to senior finance leaders
• Leading monthly project write-off reviews and supporting internal audits
• Partnering with project managers to maintain accurate, up-to-date financial data

What We’re Looking For:

• 10+ years’ experience in project accounting, cost control, or quantity surveying
• Strong financial reporting, reconciliation, and project management capabilities
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central and BI tools (advantageous)
• A proactive, solution-focused mindset with strong attention to detail

Interested?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation making a positive impact on people, communities, and the environment, while playing a pivotal role in shaping project financial performance.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your project accounting career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help deliver the climate solutions that the future depends on.

Allen & York – delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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This role will entail taking on and leading your practice with daily interactions and communications with the clients, leadership, and other consultants. Collaboration across the team, as well as within the company, to identify new opportunities is a critical skill. Ideally they require a self-motivated individual with exceptional organisational skills and multitasking abilities. You will contribute to the business development of the team, communicate effectively with clients from the beginning to the end of the project, prepare and provide testimony in a legal or legislative environment, and manage time effectively. Past testimony experience is required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct chemical and product evaluations to determine potential exposure levels and health risks in a variety of toxicology-related projects
• Convey those findings to the clients in a meaningful way to address the question at hand
• Exceptional writing skills for the scientific, legal, and lay audience
• Capturing and managing casework
• Effectively and efficiently managing caseload
• Communication with leadership and colleagues
• Budget development and transmittal.
• Proves litigation, scientific liaison, and regulatory toxicology support to clients as necessary.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, and CERTIFICATIONS:

• Exceptional knowledge of mechanistic and/or forensic toxicology
• Must demonstrate publication record
• Prior experience demonstrating a strong understanding of the application of toxicological principles to diverse exposure scenarios is required.
• Degree required – Ph.D./M.S. degree or international equivalent and above
• Experience – 10 or more years or more direct experience in the industry, which can be in consulting, manufacturing, consumer product, regulatory, environmental, forensic, cosmetic, or any other toxicology role.

• Testimony experience
• Demonstrate the ability to market across the EU
• Exceptional communication skills

REQUIRED SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Business development skills including public speaking and in-person meetings
• Understand apply and articulate fundamental toxicological principles
• Ability and desire to take on and learn new toxicological concepts
• Work collaboratively with the team
• Able to meet deadlines put forth by the client and manager
• Able to work independently and remotely within agreed-upon work hours (weekend work may be periodically required)
• Demonstrated proficiency using online interaction/meeting tools such as Zoom and Teams is required.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Experience in budget management
• Able to work well under and meet required deadlines

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate with a mix of both highly technical and commercial experience. This is a remote position with regular meetings with colleagues. For more information, please call Barrie Dempster on +44 (0) 1202 888986 or email bdempster@allen-york.comf

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Location: Côte d’Ivoire
Type: Permanent | Industry: Environmental Consulting / Mining & Resources

Are you a driven environmental professional with a strong background in consulting for the mining or natural resources sector? Are you ready to take the lead in expanding a well-established firm’s presence in West Africa? We’re looking for a strategic leader to step into the role of Country Manager for Côte d’Ivoire, someone who can blend business development expertise with technical delivery excellence.

In this exciting leadership role, you will be responsible for driving operations, managing key client relationships, and developing a pipeline of impactful environmental and social projects across the country. The ideal candidate will be confident in growing a consulting business from the ground up, be comfortable in client-facing roles, and have a strong understanding of ESG, environmental legislation, and permitting within the West African mining context.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the strategic business plan for operations in Côte d’Ivoire, aligned with group objectives.
• Lead all business development activities, from market analysis and competitor insights to client engagement, tender submissions, and opportunity conversion.
• Grow the client base and diversify the service offering through upselling and cross-selling.
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget control according to international standards.
• Manage financial and operational performance including forecasting, budgeting, and profitability tracking.
• Recruit, mentor, and lead a multidisciplinary local team, fostering growth and high performance.
• Champion localization and sustainability initiatives while navigating country-specific regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Postgraduate qualification in Environmental, Natural or Social Sciences (Business or Financial qualifications advantageous).
• Background in environmental consulting with exposure to the mining and resources industry.
• Strong commercial acumen with proven ability to win work and build long-term partnerships.
• Confident in managing multidisciplinary teams and driving operational success.
• Fluent in English; French proficiency is a strong advantage.

Interested?

This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned environmental consultant who thrives on autonomy, leadership, and making tangible impact in frontier markets. If you’re ready to help shape a sustainable future in West Africa, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of something meaningful.

Allen & York – delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for working across borders and cultures? We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior HR Generalist to support international HR functions across multiple jurisdictions including the UK, USA, West Africa, and beyond.

This role plays a critical part in shaping and delivering HR strategies that align with global business objectives while remaining compliant with local legislation. You will act as a key partner to international leadership, offering insight and support on all areas of human resources from employee relations and talent acquisition to performance management and organizational development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior leaders across global offices to deliver HR strategies that drive business success.
• Ensure local HR practices align with international policies and meet regional compliance requirements.
• Lead initiatives across performance management, engagement, compensation reviews, and talent development.
• Manage complex employee relations issues and collaborate with local legal advisors where necessary.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning for international hires.
• Champion the use of data-driven insights to improve HR processes and decision-making.

About You:

• Minimum 8 years’ HR experience, including 3+ years supporting international operations.
• Strong understanding of employment legislation in jurisdictions such as South Africa, UK, Jersey, Cote D’Ivoire, and Mali.
• Fluent in both French and English.
• Skilled in working across cultures, time zones, and diverse teams.
• A collaborative, proactive problem solver with excellent communication and project management skills.
• Degree in Human Resources or related field; international HR certifications (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) a plus.

Interested?

This is an exciting opportunity for a globally minded HR professional to join a values-driven team and make a real impact across international operations.

Allen & York – delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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A leading environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Groundwater Numerical Modeller to join their Johannesburg-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced hydrogeologist to play a key role in technically challenging projects that support sustainable resource management across Africa and beyond.

As a Senior Modeller, you’ll be responsible for the design, development, and interpretation of numerical groundwater models, with a focus on supporting mining-related assessments, environmental impact studies, and water use licensing. You’ll work closely with a team of multidisciplinary specialists and provide technical leadership, mentoring, and strategic input on a range of water-related projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop conceptual models and numerical simulations of groundwater flow and quality using tools such as MODFLOW, MT3D, or FeFLOW.
• Conduct groundwater impact assessments, supply studies, and contamination investigations.
• Collect and interpret hydrogeological data including geophysics, hydraulic testing, and hydrogeochemistry.
• Lead or contribute to project planning, budgeting, reporting, and client liaison.
• Integrate work into environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and support regulatory submissions.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior staff, and collaborate across technical teams.

Requirements:

• BSc (Hons) in Hydrogeology or a related field with Geology as a major; further qualifications in Chemistry or Mathematics advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in numerical groundwater modelling.
• Strong understanding of groundwater flow and contaminant transport modelling.
• Experience in well design, hydrogeochemical analysis, and hydraulic test interpretation.
• Registered with a relevant professional body.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel across Africa and internationally.

Why Apply?

• Work on complex, high-impact projects across multiple geographies.
• Join a globally active, sustainability-driven organisation.
• Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and potential for equity participation.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Interested?

If you’re a technical expert ready to make a meaningful contribution to sustainable water management, we’d love to hear from you.

Allen & York – delivering Sustainable Recruitment Solutions since 1993.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

Let us help build a better world, together.

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