Senior Ecologist

Our client, an award-winning environmental consultancy specialising in landscape architecture, planning, ecology, and environmental assessment, is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to multidisciplinary projects across the UK while helping to shape and strengthen the company’s expanding service offering.

About the role:

• Project management and client liaison
• Preliminary Ecology Appraisals
• Ecological Impact Assessments
• Habitats Regulations Assessments
• Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments
• Protected Species Surveys and Reporting
• Protected Species Licensing and Mitigation Strategies

About you:

You should be adept at scoping, designing, and leading ecological surveys. Be comfortable forging strong bonds with our clients to win work for the team and yourself, to build a standout client and site portfolio. You will be keen to make a strong contribution to our ecology team and who will enjoy mentoring our budding consultants and assistants.

• Top academic qualifications in ecology or biological sciences
• To be a CIEEM member, ideally working towards Chartership
• In-depth understanding of the legislative and planning policy framework
• Excellent survey skills including UK Habitat Classification and specialised species surveys
• To be a holder of one or more Protected Species Licences (desirable).
• Experience liaising with clients, statutory bodies and local planning authorities.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clarity for both clients and peers
• Robust and precise report writing and reviewing capabilities
• Exceptional project management skills: leading, mentoring, and making sure projects are delivered on time and within budget, all while exceeding client expectations
• A proven track record in business development and securing your own projects
• An approach that resonates with our client's values and fosters collaborative working across disciplines
• A full UK driving license

What’s on offer:

• 4-day working week with 100% salary (80% time for full pay)
• Competitive salary of £39,390 – £46,590, dependent on experience
• Hybrid working model with flexibility (2 days per week in the office, including site visits)
• Opportunity to work on diverse, high-quality projects across the UK
• Supportive culture with an emphasis on wellbeing, reflection, and work–life balance