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Principal Consultant – Built Heritage
Salary: £45,000 – £70,000 Permanent, Full time
Location: Offices in Sussex/South East and North West covering whole UK
Role Overview
As a Principal Consultant at Orion Heritage, you will lead our built heritage team, handling high-profile and complex projects. Your responsibilities will include drafting, research, providing expert advice, managing client and subcontractor relationships, attending meetings, and preparing planning appeals. You’ll not only manage projects but also mentor team members, ensuring high standards and efficient delivery.
Why Orion Heritage?
At Orion, you are not just another cog in the machine. Our non-corporate environment means no unrealistic or irrelevant KPIs. You’ll have direct access to the senior management team, enabling you to drive real change and have a tangible impact on our success. You will have the freedom to develop your ideas, target businesses you want to work with, and create your own career path. Decisions are made quickly, without a cumbersome chain of command, allowing you to work closely with owners to develop the business.
Your Skills and Experience
Ideal candidates will possess a deep knowledge of the policy and legislative framework governing UK archaeology and be able to effectively connect research themes to project requirements. A degree in archaeology, architecture, conservation, or a related field is essential. You should be a confident communicator with a drive for innovation and a passion for making a positive impact.
What We Offer
While we are a small business, we offer competitive compensation, performance-related bonuses, hybrid working arrangements, and a full IT kit. We provide a 4% pension contribution, death in service benefits, 25 days of holiday plus a paid Christmas shutdown. Our workplace fosters growth and well-being, surrounded by a team passionate about what they do.
How to apply
Please email your CV to careers@orionheritage.co.uk