Senior Ecologist - Leading Independent Consultancy

Would you like to work for an organisation that prides itself on being unique to all other consultancies? How does unlimited leave, complete flexibility, and the opportunity to work on diverse range of exciting projects sound?

To continue with their successful journey, my client is looking to recruit a Senior Ecologist to join their expanding team.

Set up just 5 years ago, my client has enjoyed consistent growth ever since. Striving to employ the best and brightest, they reward hard work and dedication. My client provides ecology consultancy services to a wide range of clients. Priding themselves in technical excellence and providing an innovative, pragmatic, client-friendly service.

Building on their success, they have an excellent opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to join their team.

As a young business they are seeking people who are passionate about ecology, strive for excellence and are excited by being part of a young business.

This role would be perfect for someone wanting to take the next step on the career ladder and challenge themselves in a supportive environment.

My client works across the UK with the majority of our projects across the Home Counties, South and Midlands.

Oxfordshire

You will be joining an established team working on a huge variety of exciting projects.

Your role will be varied and consist of both office and field-based responsibilities.

The role will offer you the chance to be involved in every facet of the life cycle of the project.

You will be able to mentor junior staff as well as support the director on bids and work generation.

You will be expected to produce work of the highest standard to ensure desirable outcomes for clients and stakeholders.

• Genuine and demonstrable enthusiasm for ecology and the environment
• Experience of phase 1 habitat surveys and protected species surveys
• Survey licence for at least one protected species e.g. bats
• Ability to lead field teams and manage projects
• Willingness to be flexible as required by a new business
• Excellent report writing skills
• Motivated to work both independently and as part of a team, often in remote locations and sometimes during unsociable hours
• Good communication skills both with colleagues, clients and third parties
• Experience of writing or securing European Protected Species Mitigation licences (EPSM) for at least one protected species
• Comfortable designing surveys and quoting for work
• Full driving licence and use of a car
• The project-based nature of our work means the candidate must be willing to undertake travel and work away from home with overnight stays

• Advanced skills in one or more specialist ecological area e.g. bats
• Member of CIEEM (or eligible if not currently held)
• Degree or equivalent in an ecology related discipline
• Experience of using QGIS or ArcGIS
• Experience of line managing and mentoring junior members of staff
• Comfortable generating new work and networking
• Secured European Protected Species Mitigation (EPSM) licences for protected species e.g. great crested newt or bats

• Apple computer and iPhone
• Competitive salary
• Professional memberships paid for
• In-house training and unlimited external training budget
• Colleague awarded bonus scheme
• Generous pension
• Unlimited annual leave and flexible approach to work time, balancing a healthy work life balance
• New perks added frequently, reflecting being part of an exciting and innovative young business

Candidates will ideally live within commuting distance to the Oxford area or be willing to relocate.

However, there is significant flexibility for a mix of working from home and the office.

Being part of a young company offers excellent opportunities to be a part of a growing SME with clear strategic direction and opportunities to grow with the business.

Our client offers a highly competitive salary along with a range of exciting benefits. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an ambitious business with significant growth plans ahead. My client offers a lot of training as well as great scope for progression and reward. You will have significant input into the growth and development of the business.

Even if you are cautiously looking, I would recommend a discreet conversation to find out more about the firm and the role.