Senior​/Principal Ecologist

Position: Senior / Principal Ecologist
Reference: 4717490

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Closing date:

Location:

Scotland Salary: 35,000 - 55,000 (DOE) (per annum)
Job type:
Permanent Working pattern:
Full time Industry: Construction / Corporate Sustainability Company:
Hays Consultant:
Ethan Taylor Hays office:
Leicester — 1st & 2nd Floor, 2 Colton Square Phone:
Email: ethan.taylor

Your new companyA well-established, fully remote ecological consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their growing team. Operating across a wide geographic region, the team works on a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from small private developments to large-scale infrastructure and housing schemes. Your new role

As a Senior Ecologist, you’ll take on a leadership role within the consultancy, supporting both clients and junior team members.

Key responsibilities include:

Mentoring and managing junior ecologists

Leading ecological surveys and assessments (e.g., UKHab, protected species, EcIA)
Providing ecological advice across internal teams and to external clients

Managing projects and producing technical reports and ecological management plans

Liaising with stakeholders and regulatory bodies

Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice

What you'll need to succeed

Minimum 5 years’ experience in ecological consultancy

At least one protected species licence

Full membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM – desirable)
Strong skills in habitat and protected species surveys (PEA, UKHab, BNG, bats, badger, water vole, etc.)Excellent communication and report-writing skills

Experience preparing fee proposals and risk assessments

Ability to manage and analyse ecological data

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

What you'll get in return

Fully remote working

Flexible hours and TOIL system
28 days annual leave

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Annual team events and functions

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4717490 - Ethan Taylor