HEAD OF HERITAGE CONSULTANCY

About The Role

Permanent position following 6 month probation

The position

We are looking for a competent, motivated and team orientated Head of Heritage Consultancy to lead our Consultancy team. Our Consultancy division forms part of a leading archaeological company with varied and innovative projects across the UK and beyond. Working closely with our ‘Specialist Services’ division we have truly cutting-edge techniques and services that make our Consultants uniquely placed to provide a comprehensive range of solutions for evaluating, mitigating, and creating value for our Clients. This gives our Consultancy team a clear USP, and access to innovations which are leading the way in key areas of commercial archaeology.

Are you highly organised, with attention to detail and a drive to get projects completed on time? Do you have a passion for finding solutions and delivering value and benefit through archaeology? This position requires a business-focused individual with technical and analytical skills, as well as sound judgement and strong ‘people person’ and managerial skills. Applications are invited for a professional, highly motivated and capable Head of Heritage Consultancy with a strong track record and developed skills sets to undertake consultancy work and manage and grow our consultancy team. The successful candidate will be a member of the Senior Management team and be responsible for delivering against relevant company strategy. You will have experience of providing sound and successful client advice, production of excellent consultancy documents including GIS images, quality assurance and relationship building. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills (listening as well as verbal and written comms). The post can be either office-based or a hybrid model of office based, plus some home working, where you will be accountable to the Chief Operating Officer. A forensic attitude to consultancy work, the ability to think from multiple perspectives and a passion for accuracy are key. A detailed working knowledge of the planning system and British archaeology is essential. You must be able to work as an effective team member who can be relied upon to deliver to deadlines and help set goals, provide support and motivate. We are a high performing company with a professional and friendly culture with many outstanding performers. We are committed to staff development and training and look forward to supporting career development and developing our team at all levels.

We Offer An Exciting Range Of Employee Benefits

• Strong, positive corporate culture and Management Team
• Competitive salary
• Sector-leading commitment to training and career progression, conference attendance
• Member of the Company’s health cash plan which includes a wide range of health services and financial support
• Discounts and rewards on health, fitness and entertainment
• Attractive pension contribution
• Life assurance cover
• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Additional annual leave accrued linked to length of service
• Accommodation provided for away work with subsistence
• Full personal protective equipment and Company branded attire
• 100% of CIfA subscription fees etc.
  
  

To Apply

Head to our website https://archaeologicalresearchservices.com/about-us/careers/ and download, complete and submit all of the required documentation set out below and email to [email protected]. If you would like to discuss the post with us then please ring us on 01629 814540 and ask for ‘personnel’.

Applicants Must Complete And Send In

• Covering letter compromising 250 words on why you consider yourself a suitable candidate
• Application Form including the names and full contact details of two referees
• Full CV
• Candidates may wish to fill out and send in the Equal Opportunities Form, but this is not mandatory.
  
  

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