Consultant

About South West Natural Solutions

South West Natural Solutions is a new, dynamic rapidly growing business which is skilled and experienced in designing and creating, and enhancing habitats focused on rivers and wetlands but undertakes a wide range of work. The business established only in May 2025 and has already developed a reputation for delivering a broad range of high-quality work and projects at scale. The business offers a one stop shop or end to end service taking clients from the earliest stages of a project through to full practical completion. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join an exceptional and supportive team doing great work and making a difference to the health of our natural environment.

The successful applicant will join our growing consultancy team of 5. We seek to invest in and utilise the most advanced technology, working with and pioneering bespoke techniques which inform and shape the work. It is also important that the team poses conventional grounded skills, including ecological knowledge, land based skills and able to read the landscapes we work in. SWNS committed to investing in its staff through CPD and identified skills development.

Overview of this role

Your work will contribute to supporting a range of clients, including: NGO’s, local and national government departments & executive agencies, corporations, estate owners and farmers. The work is growing across an ever-expanding geography. We are a dedicated team of consultants, experts and practitioners, passionate about sustainable land management and the creation and management of a range of habitats and wildlife.

About the team and work environment

We believe in being respectful, professional, empathetic, positive, collaborative and curious. These values help build our common culture, shape our purpose and guide us in our actions and decisions.

We are a small, remote-working organisation and recognise the challenges as well as the flexibility that this can bring. We come together as a full team, in-person, at least four times per year to reflect on and discuss our work and to plan for the future. We enjoy working together, collaborating, and learning from each other, sharing skills and developing continually. We are a dynamic, flexible and supportive team of people who care about each other’s wellbeing and the world around us.

We are an inclusive organisation, committed to building a team of capable and thriving people from all walks of life. As such, we encourage applications from anyone who feels they have the relevant experience and skills.

Role profile

Job title

Consultant

Job purpose

To provide consultancy advice knowledge and expertise.

Responsible to

Consultant Projects Manager

Location

UK home-based with occasional travel required for team meetings and events, usually in the South West region (ideally Devon and Cornwall). Candidates must have a valid right to work in the UK.

Qualifications & attributes

Right to work in UK
Full UK driving licence
Educated to degree level, in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.

Contract

Fixed-term: initial 12-month contract, with an expectation of permanence.

Hours of work

Part-time 22.5 hours / wk or potentially Full time - 37.5 hours / wk.

Employee benefits

• 25 days per year + statutory holidays pro rata.
• Pension - we contribute 3% on top of your salary
• Generous budget for training and development
• Flexible working arrangements

Travel

Public transport expenses covered or mileage paid at HMRC rate (currently 55p per mile).

Equal opportunities

SWNS is committed to promoting equality and diversity, providing an inclusive and co-operative environment in which all individuals working for and on behalf of the organisation feel respected and able to give their best. Commitment to our Diversity and Equalities Policy is expected and we welcome and encourage applications from anyone interested in this role who feels they have the relevant experience and skills.

Proposed interview dates

7th – 9th December 2026 (in person with location TBC)

Closing date

30th November 2026 (09h00)

Start date

Preferably January 2027

*Full details of Conditions of Employment are set out in the Employment Contract, the main features of which are standard to all staff.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Applications

We recognise that some applicants may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application; however, all information submitted must be accurate and reflect the applicant's own skills, knowledge, experience and achievements.

We encourage candidates to ensure that their application is an authentic representation of their capabilities and suitability for the role. During the recruitment process, including any interviews or assessments, candidates may be asked to discuss and demonstrate the experience, technical knowledge and competencies outlined in their application.

At South West Natural Solutions, we value honesty, professionalism and genuine expertise. We are seeking individuals who can clearly demonstrate their ability to contribute to our work in nature recovery, natural flood management, habitat creation and environmental consultancy.