Joining ArupArup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.The Stakeholder team support meaningful engagement on complex infrastructure and development projects. Our team collaborates closely with planners, engineers, environmental specialists and digital teams to help deliver inclusive, transparent and effective consultation outcomes that support better decisions for clients, communities and stakeholders.Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!The OpportunityIn this role, you will lead the delivery of stakeholder engagement and consultation on major Development Consent Order (DCO) and Town and Country Planning Act (TCPA) projects. Acting as Stakeholder Engagement Lead on projects, you will work directly with clients and project partners, managing consultation workstreams from strategy through to delivery and reporting.You will shape stakeholder and consultation plans, oversee public consultation delivery, lead the analysis and coding of consultation responses, and author or oversee statutory and non‑statutory consultation reports. You will also facilitate stakeholder workshops, support the development of best‑practice consultation approaches and technologies, and mentor colleagues within the team, building strong relationships across Arup to deliver integrated engagement outcomes.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 to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.Is this role right for you?We are looking for an experienced engagement and consultation professional who enjoys leading work, supporting others and shaping best practice. You are likely to bring:Experience leading stakeholder engagement and consultation for DCO and TCPA projectsStrong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence working directly with clients and stakeholdersProven ability to manage consultation workstreams, priorities and delivery teamsA creative and strategic approach to consultation, with experience developing and applying a range of engagement and communications toolsExperience supporting, mentoring or managing others within consultation and engagement activityExperience in sectors such as energy, transport or water would be advantageous.What We Offer youAt 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 ValuesArup 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.Our Application ProcessStay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.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: 30.04.2026We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.#LI-DZ1
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