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Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB21, England, UK
Listed on 2026-06-12
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Penguin Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
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Management
Environmental Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Head of Ecology
£70,000 - £75,000
Cambridge
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Ecology to join a well-established, multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy in Cambridge. With over 35 years of experience delivering sustainable solutions across ecology, landscape architecture, biodiversity net gain, arboriculture and planning, this award-winning consultancy has built a strong reputation for innovation, technical excellence and client service.
As Head of Ecology, you will lead and develop a growing ecology team, oversee project delivery, drive business growth and maintain the highest technical standards. The Head of Ecology will work closely with clients, stakeholders and internal teams to deliver practical ecological solutions that support both biodiversity and development objectives. This Head of Ecology role offers genuine influence within the business, making it an ideal opportunity for a senior professional ready to take the next step.
The successful Head of Ecology will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the ecology division from the Cambridge office.
What's on offer:
Salary of £70,000 - £75,000 DOE
* Annual bonus scheme
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Generous holiday allowance
* Pension contribution
* Ongoing training, mentoring and career progression
* Supportive and collaborative company culture
* Professional memberships paid
* Opportunity to lead and grow a successful ecology team Requirements:
Significant ecological consultancy experience at Senior or Principal level
* Strong leadership and team management skills
* Proven project and client management experience
* Excellent knowledge of UK ecological legislation and planning policy
* Full UK driving licence
* Full right to work in the UK
* Ability to commute to and work from the Cambridge office regularly
* Living in or within a reasonable distance of the office
* Membership of CIEEM, with chartership desirable
If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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