Reporting to: Managing Director, Europe<\/p>\n
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Isle is a UK-headquartered global consultancy working to\u00a0derisk<\/strong>\u00a0y\u00a0accelerate<\/strong>\u00a0the adoption of technologies that support the\u00a0water environmental transition<\/strong>. We\u2019re looking for a\u00a0Principal Consultant\u00a0with strong technical credibility, consulting experience, and leadership capability to help clients solve complex challenges across the water and environmental sectors to join our European team based in the Netherlands<\/strong>.<\/p>\n We are seeking an experienced water and environmental professional with at least 15\u00a0 years’ relevant experience in consulting and on the ground in industry.. The successful candidate will lead and deliver complex technical consulting projects for our industrial and utility clients, shape robust methodologies, drive business development, support proposal development, and mentor junior colleagues. This is an autonomous role requiring excellent judgement, strong client engagement skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a matrixed global organisation while consistently delivering high-quality outputs.<\/p>\n ABOUT ISLE<\/strong><\/p>\n We combine engineering, scientific and commercial experience to help clients make practical, informed decisions, not just about what could work but what will.\u00a0<\/span>We support technology companies in navigating European and International markets, including market entry, positioning, and scale-up, and work with funding bodies and industry to understand where innovation is delivering real impact across different regulatory and operating contexts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Across industrial sectors including F&B, mining, chemicals, semiconductors, and textiles, we help clients identify water optimization opportunities, implement best practices, and deploy solutions that meet operational and sustainability goals, both within Europe and in global operations.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n PURPOSE<\/strong><\/p>\n To lead and deliver high-value consulting work that helps clients navigate the water environmental transition, while contributing to business growth, technical excellence, and the development of colleagues.<\/p>\n PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES<\/strong><\/p>\n The key accountabilities in the role include, but are not limited to:<\/p>\n Key Performance Indicators<\/strong> \u2013 TBC but expected to include:<\/p>\n PERSON SPECIFICATION<\/strong><\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent knowledge of water and\/or wastewater processes.<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Site experience.<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Good understanding of global challenges related to water\/wastewater and the direct implications for industries.<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Familiarity with environmental technology applicable for water, utilities and wastewater treatment.<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Strong technical expertise in one or more relevant subject areas, with the ability to synthesise sector insights and apply knowledge creatively and pragmatically.<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Experience leading projects, managing client relationships, and delivering work under minimal supervision.<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Experience contributing to proposals, pricing, and commercial discussions.<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Comfortable using digital tools, CRM platforms, analytics, and automation tools to support efficient delivery and growth.<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent oral and written English skills<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Other languages (e.g. French, Spanish, Dutch, and\/or Italian) will be considered an asset<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Team player and energiser.<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A motivated self-starter with strong leadership skills and sound judgement<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 A strategic and creative thinker with strong problem-solving ability<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Commercially aware, with a clear understanding of scope, fees, deadlines, and client value<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Committed to quality, ethical standards, and ongoing professional development<\/p>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Positive, collaborative, and supportive in the development of others<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n Remote working is part of Isle\u2019s offering.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us, and we will talk to you about how we can assist.<\/p>\n Todos los nombramientos se har\u00e1n en funci\u00f3n de los m\u00e9ritos. Estaremos encantados de hablar sobre el trabajo flexible.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n
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\n Cualificaciones<\/td>\n Preferably Master degree in Environmental engineering, chemical engineering or sanitary engineering and perhaps other related sciences\u00a0 with a relevance to water\/wastewater.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Knowledge \/ Experience<\/td>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Minimum of 15 years’ experience in consulting or applicable business operations, must be within the water, environmental, or related industrial sectors.<\/p>\n \n You will be:<\/td>\n \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 An excellent communicator – presenting, writing, speaking, and listening effectively<\/p>\n \n Base:<\/td>\n The Netherlands, office location in Utrecht.<\/p>\n