Senior Ecologist

Job Description:

Senior Ecologist

BNG

£50k (DOE)

Leicestershire

Looking to lead projects, develop an Ecology portfolio and grow a team?

As Senior Ecologist you'll deliver ecology services taking projects from start to finish, providing tailored solutions to Developers, Commercial business and Residential clients. This is an exciting opportunity to make the ecology department your own, with an established portfolio, within a business that is in a significant growth phase.

What's in it for you?

• Salary up to £50k (DOE)
• Car allowance (DOE)
• Generous annual leave - 26 days + Bank Holidays & your Birthday off!
• Enhanced paid Paternity & Maternity leave
• Flexible Hybrid working
• Regular pay reviews
• CPD budget and opportunities to upskill

The Role

You'll be responsible for the delivery of strategic ecology services across projects with the main base of works in Leicestershire.

Your work will include:

• Take the lead on ecological surveys including BNG, PEA, protected species and EcIAs
• Start to finish project management, quotation, budget control, invoicing & scheduling.
• Providing strategic ecological advice to clients
• Develop and implement strategies to minimise ecological impacts and deliver BNG
• Ecological due diligence and advising on BNG opportunities
• Prepare technical documents, BNG calculations and ecological reports

This role is about delivering small and medium sized projects and providing commercially astute, honest and clear ecological advice that shapes long-term relationships and leads growth within the business.

About You

• Significant experience delivering strategic ecology within consultancy, rural practice or development
• Strong understanding of BNG, PEA & EcIAs
• CIEEM / CEnv / Ecology Degree - Desirable
• FISC Level 3 or above
• Proven ability to provide guidance and advice on ecological matters
• Extensive knowledge of UK habitat & protective species legislation
• UK Drivers Licence
• Experience preparing ecological reports and technical documents
• Confident engaging with regulators, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams

What's Next?

For an informal discussion, call me, Simon on (phone number removed) and we can talk through the role, team and opportunity in more detail.

Don't worry if your CV isn't fully up to date, just send what you have, and we'll take it from there.

What happens after I apply?

You'll be contacted by one of our sector specialists who'll talk through your background, interests, and goals.

We'll make sure the role is right for you and support you through each stage of the process.

Will someone guide me through the interview process?

Yes. Your consultant will brief you fully before interviews, provide insight into the company culture, and help you prepare so you can feel confident and well-informed.