Senior​/Principal Archaeologist

SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen within a collaborative, people‑first culture. SLR is seeking Senior Archaeologists (Project Supervisors) and Principal Archaeologists (Project Officers) for full‑time permanent (37.5hrs/week) positions in Bolton, with fieldwork nationwide. The role requires overseeing small to large teams and leading projects of varying complexity.

• Senior Archaeologist (Project Supervisor) – minimum 2years experience, including at least 1year of supervisory experience.
• Principal Archaeologist (Project Officer) – minimum 5years experience, including at least 1year of supervisory experience.

• Supervise teams and manage project delivery from fieldwork to post‑excavation analysis.
• Write and support report production, including smaller scale reports and larger scale reporting.
• Interpret findings on site and deliver findings to clients.
• Use GIS recording and GPS equipment for site documentation.

• Excellent report‑writing skills and willingness to develop further.
• Proficiency in GIS recording and GPS use.
• Full, clean driving licence and 4x4 or van driving experience with access to a car.
• Preferred: CIfA membership at PCIfA or ACIfA level.

• Permanent staff will attend an archaeological office on a hybrid basis; casual or temporary staff remain site‑based.
• Travel is required across the UK, with travel time compensated as paid overtime or TOIL subject to annual limits.
• Employees are offered an excellent subsistence package, travel allowance and accommodation when working away.

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus.
• Company pension.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life, income and travel insurance.
• Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes.

• Flexible, hybrid and agile working.
• 25 days annual leave plus flexible public holidays.
• Buy or sell leave options.
• Core working hours.
• Cross‑border remote working and sabbatical opportunities.

• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.