Senior Ecological Consultant in England

Company Description

Join us in shaping a future where nature and business thrive together

At Thomson, our purpose is simple but powerful:to enable nature and business to thrive together .

We’re building a reputation as the UK’s mostinnovative, pragmatic and fast-growing environmental consultancy . Our ambition is to be thefirst choice for clients and theemployer of choice for environmental professionals .

With offices across the UK, our multidisciplinary experts deliver exceptional outcomes across terrestrial and freshwater ecology, hydrology, marine science, GIS, habitat management, arboriculture and environmental impact assessment.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Ecological Consultant to join our growing Guilford based Ecology team.

As a Senior Ecological Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in driving your team’s success by efficiently managing a wide range of varied projects. You will operate in a fast paced, dynamic environment to deliver high-quality work within specified timelines whilst maintaining excellent relationships with your clients and colleagues.

Some of the duties include:

• Lead and manage large, complex projects, ensuring seamless execution from start to finish.
• Handle technically challenging tasks, including EPSL applications, EcIA chapters, and habitat regulation assessments.
• Deliver high-quality reports and outputs for clients, consistently meeting or exceeding project deadlines and budget constraints.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring continued trust and satisfaction.
• Act as a technical lead, coaching and supporting colleagues.
• Document relevant professional experience and leverage it to advance toward obtaining protected species licenses.
• Take ownership of the quality of survey work by providing leadership and direction to the field team.
• Ensure clear and effective communication by keeping project managers and team leads informed of all critical project developments.
• Maintain active membership with CIEEM.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

Essential Experience

• Experience in environmental consultancy
• Strong background in ecology, with an ecological degree or similar
• Track record of building and maintaining client relationships

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of ecological survey techniques, legislation and policy
• Advanced field skills in one or more specialist areas, as well as holding a protected species licence.
• Experience delivering high-quality reports and assessments

Skills

• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach

Essential:

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance

Additional Information

Working at Thomson

At Thomson, we strive to be the very best at what we do—for our clients and for each other.

We believe inOne Thomson : valuing every individual’s unique skills and experiences, and working together to deliver exceptional service.

Our people are our greatest asset. We are proud of ourfriendly, supportive and can-do culture , where nothing is too much trouble. We live and breathe ourRISE values – Respect, Integrity, Support and Excellence —and we are constantly evolving, with your voice helping shape our future.

We actively promote ahealthy work-life balance , offering flexibility and a supportive environment where people can thrive. We embrace new challenges, work collaboratively, and celebrate success together.

We are passionate aboutcareer development . You’ll have access to:

• Industry-accredited external training
• Specialist-led internal training
• Opportunities to work across disciplines
• The chance to contribute to and leadhigh-profile, once-in-a-lifetime projects

We also offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• 25 days annual leave
• Healthcare cash plan
• Enhanced stakeholder pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discounted gym membership
• Paid professional memberships
• Clothing allowance
• Performance-related rewards and long service awards
• Free parking
• Regular social and company events

We are also committed to giving back, with strong involvement incharity fundraising and local community initiatives .

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

As an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the fair and equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.

We are building adiverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We believe diversity strengthens our team and enhances the work we do.

Ready to make a difference?

We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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