Technical Director, Ecology - South West Regional Lead

Lead and grow a thriving ecology team across the South West. SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen within a collaborative, people‑first culture. We are seeking an experienced Ecology professional to join us as Ecology and Biodiversity Regional Manager – South West, sitting at our Principal or Technical Director grade. Reporting to the Operations Director and working closely with the European Practice Lead for Ecology & Biodiversity, you will play a key leadership role in the day‑to‑day management and strategic direction of the South West region.

This position can be based from our Cardiff, Bristol, Bradford on Avon or Exeter offices. This opportunity has arisen as part of a planned leadership transition. You’ll benefit from a comprehensive handover from the current Regional Manager, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience and a strong platform for future success. You will work closely with regional and national leadership teams while supporting the delivery of complex and high‑profile projects across a diverse client base.

• Lead and develop a team of ecology professionals through mentoring, performance management, and recruitment.
• Oversee regional financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning.
• Support project resourcing and provide regional operational updates.
• Guide Project Managers and Project Directors on the successful delivery of complex and high‑value projects.
• Coordinate regional strategy to align local priorities with wider business objectives.
• Build relationships across the business and represent SLR at industry events and professional networks.
• Collaborate with Ecology & Biodiversity leaders across the UK and Europe to drive consistency and best practice.

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus.
• Company pension.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life, income, and travel insurance.
• Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
• Volunteering and Community Giving.
• Flexible, hybrid and agile working.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus flexible public holidays.
• Buy or sell leave options.
• Core working hours.
• Cross‑border remote working and sabbatical opportunities.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay.
• Workplace nursery benefit.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause.

• Substantial experience in ecology, ideally gained within an environmental consultancy environment, working across multiple sectors.
• A relevant degree and appropriate membership of CIEEM or an equivalent professional body.
• Significant people leadership, mentoring and team management experience.
• Extensive project management experience, including delivery of complex, high‑value projects.
• Commercial awareness, including experience of resource planning and financial management.
• A passion for delivering high‑quality ecological work and supporting the development of others.
• A driving licence that permits you to legally drive in the UK.

Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.