2025 Graduate Advisory & Advocacy Consultant
London or Bristol
About Us
Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.
We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.
We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.
Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.
About The Role
Through our Advisory & Advocacy (A&A) services, we address the most pressing business challenges faced by the built environment today, offering consultancy in Climate Advisory, Digital Advisory, Energy Economics, Societal Insights, Strategy & Stewardship, and Utilities & Infrastructure.
Join us to create better buildings and environments by offering clients the right advice at the right time.
As a Graduate Advisory & Advocacy Consultant, You Will Work Within Our Multidisciplinary Team, Delivering Value To Our Clients Through Cutting-edge Solutions. You Will Help Tackle Challenges Across The Six Pillars Of Our A&A Services
- Climate resilience and decarbonization strategies.
- Digital transformation and smart technology integration.
- Societal insights to create people-cantered environments.
- Sustainable energy economics for a Net Zero future.
- Strategy & Stewardship for ESG compliance and innovation.
- Utilities & infrastructure to meet growing demands sustainably.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Supporting live projects from day one across various sectors such as healthcare, education, and urban development.
- Conducting research, data modelling, and analysis to solve complex client challenges.
- Provide early prospective site due diligence activities, demonstrating constraints and opportunities form the presence of existing utility assets and access to new supplies
- Provide coordinate drawings, working with the wider business on utility integration into the built environment
- Collaborating with clients to deliver tailored strategies and solutions.
- Participating in service design sprints and multidisciplinary workshops.
- Developing expertise in technical, business, and societal aspects of the built environment.
About You
We are seeking graduates who:
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills, passion for people and planet, and enthusiasm for solving real-world challenges in the built environment.
- Have a background in social sciences, business, engineering, digital, data science, or strategy.
- Are eager to learn and grow, embracing both technical and people-cantered perspectives.
Essential Skills And Competencies
- Honesty, integrity, and a thirst for knowledge.
- Strong research and analytical capabilities.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to convince and influence stakeholders.
- Adaptability, resilience, and a collaborative mindset.
Desirable Qualifications
- A 2:1 degree or above in a relevant discipline.
- Previous experience or placements in a related field.
- Familiarity with tools like Python, MATLAB, AutoCad or other programming/data tools is advantageous.
Why Work For Us?
At Hoare Lea, we prioritize collaboration, innovation, and career growth:
- Gain exposure to exciting, forward-thinking projects across diverse sectors.
- Access continuous professional development, mentoring, and career progression opportunities.
- Join a supportive workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We also offer competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
How To Apply
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We are unlikely to progress applications where sponsorship is required to obtain a Tier 2 (general) visa as we expect to be able to fill all our roles with candidates who have the right to work in place.
Adjustments and accommodations
If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to ensure you can participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.
Flexible working
We are committed to enabling a healthy work-life balance for all employees. So, we welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements to suit their particular needs and lifestyle, including part-time, term-time-only, and remote working.
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