Senior Ecologist

Ecologists - are you looking for a role that gets you hands-on with habitats? And where you can feel part of the fabric of a close-knot, sociable team - not just another name on a report?

We're recruiting for a Senior Ecologist to join a small consultancy in the Huddlesfield area, specialising in habitat creation, restoration and management, alongside a broad range of ecological consultancy work across the region.

You'll be second-in-command, working closely with the Team Leader, and your arrival will unlock the next phase of growth for the business - including hiring and supporting the next junior ecologists, so you get to see and feel your impact beyond your own workload.

If you have a passion for botany, this role will really suit you, as you'll be heavily involved in some exciting, ongoing projects with Natural England.

You'll be supported by a knowledgeable, collaborative team who actively encourage and support your development - including work towards additional licences and certifications.

And as part of a smaller consultancy, you'll be known, listened to, and trusted.

• Lead and undertake botanical, habitat and protected species surveys
• Prepare PEAs, habitat & species assessments, and EIA contributions
• Carry out BNG assessments and produce HMMPs
• Have the opportunity to get hands-on with habitat delivery works, including:
  • Tree planting
  • Badger sett creation
  • GCN pond creation
  • River restoration
  and everything in between! (Habitat delivery isn't the bread and butter - but it's a real opportunity to lean into that work if it interests you, as much or as little as you like!)

• Salary: £36,500 - £41,500 DOE + benefits
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Solid TOIL policy
• Hybrid working - typically 2-3 office days (flexible based on your location and needs)
• Flexible hours / part-time options also welcomed

• 4-5+ years' ecological consultancy experience with the ability to lead and support others
• FISC Level 3+ (or demonstrably strong botany s)
• Excellent report writing
• Protected species licence(s), plus BNG & HMMP experience (highly desirable)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

For more information, or a confidential chat about whether this could be the right move for you, get in touch –