Principal Ecologist
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Science
Environmental Consulting, Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Compliance & Protection
Principal Ecologist
Location:
Banbury, Oxfordshire, South East, UK (Hybrid Working)
Contract:
Full time
Salary: £46,500 - £50,000 (plus excellent benefits)
Bennett & Game Recruitment are working with a leading multidisciplinary environmental consultancy seeking an experienced Principal Ecologist to join their terrestrial ecology team based in Banbury.
The successful candidate will lead and deliver a varied portfolio of ecological projects, including project planning, field data collection, ecological monitoring, and reporting. They will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, advise clients on ecological design and mitigation, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead ecological project design and execution.
- Manage field data collection and analysis.
- Prepare technical reports and RCPs.
- Engage with stakeholders and provide expert advice.
- Ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
Qualifications and experience:
- Professional qualification (e.g., MSc in Ecology, Conservation Biology).
- Minimum 10 years of relevant ecological experience with senior project leadership.
- Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Demonstrable ability to produce high‑quality technical reports.
We offer competitive salary, benefits including pension, holiday allowance and flexible working arrangements.
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