About AB Heritage
AB Heritage is a professional archaeological and heritage consultancy working across the UK. We support clients in meeting their heritage responsibilities through clear, commercially aware advice, underpinned by high standards and a supportive team culture.
The Opportunity
We’re looking to appoint either a Heritage Consultant or a Senior Heritage Consultant, depending on your experience and skills.
This is a remote, home-based role for applicants based in the South-East or Midlands area of England, with regular site visits and occasional overnight stays required. Attendance at our Jarrow head office is expected a few times per year.
You’ll contribute to a wide range of heritage consultancy projects, including:
- Desk-Based Assessments
- Heritage Statements
- Historic Building Recording reports
- Written Schemes of Investigation
- Cultural Heritage ES Chapters for EIA
Who We’re Looking For
Heritage Consultant
You may be relatively early in your consultancy career (1 – 2 years’ experience) but able to deliver high-quality reports and manage smaller projects. Practical archaeological fieldwork experience, or transferable planning / policy knowledge, is valuable.
Senior Heritage Consultant
You’ll bring at least 3+ years of commercial consultancy experience, with a track record of delivering complex projects, communicating effectively with clients and stakeholders, and supporting junior team members.
Essential Requirements (All Applicants)
- Experience in heritage consultancy or a related sector
- Strong research, writing, and communication skills
- Familiarity with UK planning and heritage legislation
- CIfA membership (PCIfA or above; ACIfA expected for Senior role)
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to travel and work away from home occasionally
Desirable
- IHBC membership (particularly for those with a built heritage focus)
- Experience in Historic Building Recording, HLCA, or Cultural Heritage EIA
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience and role level
- London living allowance for qualifying locations
- Contributory pension scheme (after qualifying period)
- Profit Share Scheme (after qualifying period)
- 29 – 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Subsistence payments for overnight stays
- Full reimbursement of CIfA / IHBC membership fees
- Supportive, professional working environment with flexibility and autonomy
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short covering email to info@abheritage.co.uk by Friday the 18 of July 2025.
Let us know whether you are applying for the Consultant or Senior Consultant position.
AB Heritage is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, disability or any other protected characteristic.