Principal Ecologist - Edinburgh
£45-55k negotiable
Applicants at Technical Director & Associate Director level consider for next salary banding
Permanent, full time
Our key client is seeking a senior ecology leader to join their team in Edinburgh in the Ecology & Biodiversity team!
This role offers flexibility to appoint at either Principal, Associate Director or Technical Director level, depending on experience and the opportunity you seek. If that's to be part of a thriving, expert team with a diverse client, sector and project portfolio, the please apply to discuss!
About the role:
Lead complex ecology projects, mentor junior staff, and help drive business development across Scotland and Northern England. You'll work alongside senior leadership to expand our offering, raise technical standards, and champion a collaborative \"one-team\" culture with clients and colleagues.
What you'll bring:
- BSc/MSc in a relevant field with 6+ years' consultancy experience
- CIEEM Associate or Full Member status
- Expertise in species surveys, biodiversity planning, peatland assessment, or related disciplines
- Solid project management, client care, and report-writing skills
- Leadership qualities and a drive for continuous improvement
Projects range from small to hundreds of thousands to multi-million-pound contracts.
You’ll join a people-focused consultancy with a solid track record in major renewables and infrastructure, committed to quality, innovation, and real-world environmental impact.
Why join us:
- Competitive salary + discretionary performance bonus
- 25 days' leave + flexible benefits (cycle to work, tax-free childcare, EAP)
- Real career progression in a collaborative, supportive environment
- Work on cutting-edge projects shaping the future of sustainable development
What our staff say:
- “The hard work you put in is always recognised, whereas in the past at larger companies it’s easier to go by unnoticed and unappreciated.”
- “I have more of a voice here than I did whilst working at larger consultancies.”
- “I am always encouraged to take my leave and my line manager always reminds me to put personal life and my family first!”
- “I always have a feeling that my thoughts, abilities, etc are trusted and respected.”
Please reach out to Jim Merryfield at CleanTech Talent for a confidential call.
CleanTech Talent are acting as the exclusive employment agency for this position.
Associate Director in Dunfermline employer: CleanTech Talent
As a well-established environmental consultancy, this company prioritises its employees by fostering a people-first culture that encourages innovation and offers genuine career progression. With a collaborative environment and the opportunity to influence significant projects in the low carbon sector, employees can expect a supportive structure that values their contributions and promotes work-life balance through flexible working arrangements.
