Social Value Consultant; Policy Monitoring & Evaluation

Job Description

WSP’s Intelligent Infrastructure (II) discipline works across a wide range of clients in transport and beyond. This role is part of the II Operations and Safety Group and involves working collaboratively with specialists across WSP to support clients in meeting their Social Value objectives through impact strategy development, supply‑chain data collection, reporting and compliance to ensure positive community, economic, educational and environmental outcomes.

• Development and ownership of a client’s Social Value framework, at a regional or project level, setting priorities and actions.
• Undertake local needs analyses to understand the challenges communities face and how best to address these through project delivery.
• Co‑create bespoke social value plans for projects.
• Work with Project Directors and the wider team to ensure they understand the social value commitments and that there is budget available to deliver them.
• Collaborate with clients and partners to provide expert social value advice, potentially working from various offices.
• Deliver, measure and report on social value against client KPIs.
• Advocate for Social Value within the broader supply chain through communication and dissemination activities.
• Contribute to the growth of the wider Monitoring and Evaluation capability team to support delivery against its ambitions.

• A passion for evidence‑informed decision‑making and championing robust Social Value evidence.
• Experience evaluating and measuring Social Value data.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills (e.g., statistical, economic or social research).
• Experience articulating qualitative and quantitative impact stories through case studies.
• Expertise in fostering successful collaborations and communicating insights to a wide range of audiences, fostering engagement and buy‑in.
• Ideally, a proven track record of working collaboratively and enthusiastically in a multi‑partner environment (major programme, procurement channels, etc.), multi‑tasking as required to meet programme needs.

Hybrid working policy allows you to work from home up to two days per week, with opportunities to collaborate in modern UK offices.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and encourage authentic self‑representation. Employee resource groups promote inclusion.

Thrive programme supports health and wellbeing. Virtual GP service, workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme (up to 40% off gym memberships) and a comprehensive menopause support package are offered.

WSP My Hour allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time later.

Supportive environment investing in growth through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.