Environmental Consultancy Director
30AI EXPOSURE TODAY30
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST72%
NOT A FORECAST72%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£35,000 - £45,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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Environmental Consultancy Director
Environmental consultancy directors play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable practices that protect our planet for future generations. In a world increasingly focused on environmental impact, these leaders guide organizations in navigating complex regulatory landscapes while driving innovative solutions that balance economic growth with ecological integrity.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
This job holds up well against AI
AI exposure today is modest on our index (30), and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Environmental ConsultantAs a Junior Environmental Consultant, you will assist in conducting assessments and data analysis, gaining hands-on experience in environmental projects.£35,000 - £45,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Environmental ConsultantIn this role, you will take on more responsibility, managing projects and liaising with clients while developing your expertise in specific environmental areas.£60,000 - £75,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Environmental Consultancy DirectorAs a Senior Director, you will lead strategic initiatives, manage large teams, and influence policy decisions, making a significant impact on environmental practices.£100,000+
The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Astronautics and Space EngineeringThe University of Surrey · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£41,500 median
🎓Electrical & Electronic EngineeringColeg Sir Gar · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Electronic Engineering with a Year in IndustryRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£35,000 median
🎓Mechanical and Offshore EngineeringRobert Gordon University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Mechanical EngineeringThe University of Bath · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
Music TechnologyLeeds Beckett University · DegreeAstronautics and Space EngineeringThe University of Surrey · DegreeElectrical & Electronic EngineeringColeg Sir Gar · DegreeElectronic Engineering with a Year in IndustryRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · DegreeMechanical and Offshore EngineeringRobert Gordon University · DegreeMechanical EngineeringThe University of Bath · Degree