Senior People and Change Consultant
Joining Arup
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The Opportunity
We are looking for talented People and Change consultants who are looking to grow their career in the infrastructure sector.
Based in the North of England or Scotland, you will join a growing Advisory practice which is specialising in helping drive change and transformation across organisations operating across the built environment, predominantly in Water, Energy, Transport and Nuclear sector.
You will be responsible for leading small delivery teams of technical specialists and junior consultants as part of an integrated programme or project team. You will manage the delivery timetable and budget, and quality assure the work, working closely with the senior project/programme leader.
Our commitment to technical quality is matched by our commitment to building high quality and enduring relationships with our clients. You will be responsible for managing the day to day deliverables, listening and understanding our client needs and responding appropriately and pro-actively to feedback.
These exciting opportunities will suit experienced consultants who are keen to take the next step in their leadership development journey. You will have the opportunity to work in the North of England with a diverse group of clients and fellow Arup colleagues from multiple technical disciplines.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Requirements:
Typically, a degree and/or extensive experience in business or related discipline (HR, change management, management consulting or occupational psychology).
Chartered or working towards chartership/considering becoming a Chartered Management Consultant.
A background in a consulting or in-house environment with experience in two or more of our technical areas (team effectiveness & collaboration, leadership & capability, culture & organisational change, operating model & organisation development).
Project management and delivery skills including financial and risk management.
Capability in developing business proposals for clients by understanding their requirements and drawing together expertise from a multi-disciplinary firm.
Not ready to apply just yet or have some questions? Contact Rachel Connolly at rachel.connolly@arup.com - Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.
What We Offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Rachel Connolly at rachel.connolly@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/
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Recruitment Agencies
We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list
Closing date: 9th of November 2025