At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead ecological projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on impactful sustainability initiatives.
- Company: SLR, a global leader in sustainability solutions with a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical insurance, flexible working, and generous leave options.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusion and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in ecology while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in UK ecological projects and a degree in ecology or related field.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen, within a collaborative, people‑first culture. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join our established Ecology team, delivering high‑profile projects across the Midlands, Wales and the wider UK. Based in Shrewsbury, the role will focus primarily on renewables, infrastructure and residential development, with additional exposure to commercial schemes and occasional UK‑wide project work.
The Role
- You’ll lead and support the delivery of ecological projects from initial appraisal through to detailed reporting and licensing, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
- Managing ecological projects, including resource planning, financial oversight and client communication.
- Producing and overseeing ecological appraisals, EIAs, HRAs, licence applications and EPS licences.
- Mentoring and supporting junior ecologists.
- Carrying out ecological surveys where required, and ensuring survey quality across the team.
- Assisting with fee proposals and contributing to business development activity.
You’ll collaborate with colleagues across Ecology, Environmental & Earth Sciences, Planning, ESIA, Landscape, Arboriculture and Engineering, with opportunities for cross‑regional and cross‑discipline project exposure.
Rewards & Benefits
- Through a structured career framework, regular performance reviews, and full support toward chartership, professional qualifications and licences, we offer outstanding opportunities for long‑term career progression.
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus.
- Company pension.
- Private medical insurance.
- Life, income and travel insurance.
- Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
- Volunteering and Community Giving.
- Flexible, hybrid and agile working.
- 25 days’ annual leave plus flexible public holidays.
- Buy or sell leave options.
- Core working hours.
- Cross‑border remote working and sabbatical opportunities.
- Family life and wellbeing support: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, Employee Assistance Programme, specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause.
About You
- Extensive experience delivering UK ecological projects, ideally including renewables and infrastructure.
- A degree in ecology or a related discipline.
- Experience managing ecological projects to completion, including reporting to planning authorities and statutory bodies.
- Experience preparing PEAs, EcIAs, ES chapters, HRAs and licence applications.
- At least one protected species licence (a bat licence advantageous).
- Knowledge of relevant UK and European legislation, policy and guidance.
- Qualifying Member (or above) of CIEEM.
- Strong technical reporting, communication and problem‑solving skills.
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for site work.
Culture & Inclusion
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks.
Senior Ecologist in Shrewsbury employer: SLR Consulting Ltd
SLR is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and people-first culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a strong focus on sustainability, the company provides numerous benefits including flexible working arrangements, comprehensive health insurance, and structured career progression opportunities, making it an ideal place for professionals in transport planning to thrive and make a meaningful impact in Exeter.
