Are you starting your career in built heritage and looking to make a real impact?
We’re seeking a Graduate Heritage Consultant to join our friendly archaeology and heritage team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career heritage professional with either an Undergraduate or Masters Level degree who wants to work within consultancy. You will gain valuable skills while working on a wide range of projects across the UK. You will support the delivery of high-quality heritage advice for planning and development, with clear opportunities for career progression.
This role is home-based with travel to site. You’ll receive mentoring and support from experienced consultants as you build confidence and experience in professional heritage practice.
The role will include:
- Preparing and assisting with Heritage Statements, Statements of Significance and Impact Assessments
- Contributing heritage chapters and inputs to Environmental Statements (EIA)
- Researching and assessing historic buildings and heritage assets
- Undertaking site visits and setting assessments
- Supporting planning and listed building consent applications
- Working collaboratively with archaeologists, planners and environmental specialists
About you:
- Undergraduate Degree in Historic Buildings, Building Conservation, Architectural History, or a related heritage discipline AND/OR
- Master’s Degree (or working towards completion) in Historic Buildings, Building Conservation, Architectural History, or a related heritage discipline
- Excellent research, analytical and report writing skills
- Interest in UK planning policy, heritage legislation and the management of the historic environment
- A careful, detail-oriented approach with good organisational skills
- Organised, proactive and keen to learn
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
- Full UK driving license
We offer:
- Flexible remote working
- Structured training, mentoring and professional development within a small and supportive team
- Exposure to a wide range of projects
- Support towards CPD and professional accreditation (e.g. IHBC/CIfA)
- Competitive salary and benefits package
If you’re passionate about heritage and looking to take your first step into consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply: Please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role to hannah@ghcheritage.co.uk. We strongly welcome applications that have not been produced using AI.
