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Lead Offshore Consents Manager required for a major offshore wind developer based in Scotland

Responsibilities

Management and execution of the consent strategy and project management for all offshore elements required to achieve development consent for the Project.
Reporting to the Consents Team Manager.
Leading and supporting the development of the Offshore Consent Manager.
Management of consultants and liaison with the wider consents and project team.
Providing consenting advice and managing offshore consenting risk for complex workstreams.
Lead engagement with key external stakeholders.Requirements

A background and knowledge in offshore wind and/or offshore/marine ecology.
Direct experience of consenting and preferably experience of NSIP/DCO and Marine Licensing processes.
Excellent problem-solving skills and an innovative approach when addressing consenting issues coupled with a solution minded outset.
Skills to build productive relationships and communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
A commercial approach to work, challenging colleagues, stakeholders and contractors to manage risk, achieve viable solutions to consenting issues and support overall project objectives.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to produce high quality work to deadlines and work flexibly to respond to changing priorities.
Work effectively both independently, and as part of the team, deputising for senior colleagues and engaging in strategic discussions on complex technical and environmental issues