Environmental manager : Salary and conditions

Range of typical starting salaries: £18,000 - £30,000, depending on experience.
Range of typical salaries at senior level and/or with experience (e.g. after 10-15 years in the role): £30,000 - £50,000.
Salaries vary considerably according to the geographical location, sector and size and nature of the employing organisation, with salaries around 15% higher in London. The level of pay will vary depending on professional background.
Working hours vary according to the industry. The public sector typically has working hours of nine to five, Monday to Friday. Flexitime and other benefits, including a final salary pension scheme, health insurance and an option to work from home, are sometimes available. In the private sectors, hours are more likely to vary, with some weekend work.
The work can involve both office-based activities and field work, which can be conducted outside in all weathers. A reasonable level of fitness and mobility is required.
There may be considerable travel within a working day for which mileage for site visits may be payable.
Self-employment and freelance work are possible in environmental consultancy. Part-time work or career breaks may be possible in some organisations.
Work is mostly regional, although opportunities exist throughout the UK. In some organisations, there are opportunities to travel and work oversees.

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March 2011