Senior Ecologist (Desk based)

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Our client is a growing environmental consultancy looking to recruit a Senior Ecologist. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced ecology professional seeking a predominantly office-based role focused on project management, technical reporting and client delivery, rather than field survey work.
Joining a highly respected consultancy with a strong and expanding portfolio of infrastructure, renewable energy and land development projects, you will play a key role in coordinating ecological projects from inception through to completion while delivering high-quality technical outputs to clients across the UK.This position would suit a Senior Ecologist looking to utilise their technical knowledge and project management experience within a flexible, supportive and rapidly growing organisation.
Your new role
As a Senior Ecologist, you will be responsible for leading and managing ecological projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and producing high-quality ecological reports to support planning and development projects.The role is primarily desk-based, focusing on project delivery, report writing, technical review and client liaison rather than undertaking ecological field surveys.
Key Responsibilities

• Managing ecological projects from proposal stage through to final delivery.
• Producing and reviewing a range of technical reports, including Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), Habitat Regulations Assessments (HRA) and protected species reports.
• Coordinating ecological survey data and ensuring high-quality technical outputs.
• Managing project budgets, programmes and resource allocation.
• Liaising directly with clients, planning authorities and project stakeholders.
• Supporting the preparation of fee proposals and tender submissions.
• Providing ecological advice to project teams across a diverse range of developments.
• Supporting ecological inputs into Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) where required.
• Contributing to Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and strategies.
• Assisting with protected species licencing applications and mitigation strategies.
• Mentoring junior consultants and assisting with their professional development.
• Supporting quality assurance processes and maintaining technical standards across projects.

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree qualified in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related subject.
• Several years' experience in ecological consultancy.
• Strong report writing and technical review skills.
• Experience managing ecological projects, budgets and client relationships.
• Knowledge of UK ecological legislation, planning policy and industry guidance.
• Experience producing EcIA, PEA and protected species reports.
• Understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• CIEEM membership or progress towards membership would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Life Assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Paid professional memberships.
• Ongoing internal and external training opportunities.
• Regular performance and development reviews.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Community volunteering opportunities.
• Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Opportunities to work alongside a wider network of environmental and professional services specialists.

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