Senior Ecological Consultant in Guildford

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 most innovative, pragmatic and fast-growing environmental consultancy. Our ambition is to be the first choice for clients and the employer 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 towards 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:

• 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
• 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 in One 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 friendly, supportive and can-do culture, where nothing is too much trouble. We live and breathe our RISE values - Respect, Integrity, Support and Excellence, and we are constantly evolving, with your voice helping shape our future.

We actively promote a healthy 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 about career 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 lead high-profile, once-in-a-lifetime projects

We also offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• 25 days annual leave
• 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 in charity 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 a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We believe diversity strengthens our team and enhances the work we do.

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