Senior Ecologist

A well-established multi-disciplinary company are looking for an experienced Senior Ecologist to join their talented team in London. This role offers an exciting chance to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, contributing to a variety of inspiring projects alongside a friendly, multi-disciplinary team. The position provides hybrid working arrangements, requiring a minimum of three days in the office with the option for remote work by agreement. Full training and mentoring will be available to support career progression.

As a Senior Ecologist, you will play a crucial role, which includes:

• Conducting Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA) and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA).
• Leading protected species surveys and designing effective mitigation strategies.
• Managing species translocation projects and preparing comprehensive management plans.
• Performing Habitats Regulations Assessments and Biodiversity Net Gain calculations.
• Collaborating with various disciplines, such as Landscape Architecture and Arboriculture, on planning-led projects.
• Taking ownership of projects, managing them end-to-end, and preparing fee proposals for major, multi-disciplinary initiatives.
• Leading on protected species mitigation and licensing efforts.
• Expanding knowledge of planning, legal, and regulatory frameworks.
• Developing and pursuing marketing activities to grow ecology work in the East Midlands, London, and the South-East.
• Conducting fieldwork, including evening, night, and early morning surveys, during peak ecological survey seasons.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent).
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
• Experience with European Protected Species (EPS) mitigation licences and/or possession of at least one survey licence (e.g., bats, dormouse, great crested newts, crayfish).
• Strong knowledge of UK species and habitat legislation.
• Botanical identification skills and the capability to recognize lowland UK habitat types.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to a car (highly desirable).
• The legal right to work in the UK.

Typical Day-to-Day Duties:

• Managing and delivering ecological projects from inception to completion.
• Conducting field surveys, including early morning or evening work during peak times.
• Preparing high-quality ecological reports and assessments.
• Collaborating with internal teams across disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.
• Offering expert ecological advice to clients and stakeholders.
• Undertaking risk assessments and maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Participating in training and continuing professional development (CPD) to remain at the forefront of the field.

This role comes with an attractive benefits package, including:

• A competitive salary.
• Comprehensive training and opportunities for professional growth.
• A safe, enjoyable, and inclusive working environment.
• Access to a voluntary workplace pension scheme.
• The option to join the Cyclescheme.
• 25 days of annual leave, in addition to bank holidays.
• Coverage of professional memberships.

If you’re an ambitious and skilled ecologist ready for the next step in your career, this is an opportunity to contribute significantly to ecological projects across the UK while growing your expertise in a professional and welcoming environment.