Senior/Principal Ecologist: Lead Biodiversity Solutions

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecological consultancy is seeking a Senior / Principal Ecologist in the UK. Candidates must have a degree in Ecology and CIEEM membership (or working towards). The role includes overseeing ecological strategies, delivering reports, and engaging with stakeholders. This position offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development pathways

Inclusive team environment

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK ecology and wildlife legislation.
• Experience preparing fee proposals and managing budgets.
• Familiarity with UKHab classification and Defra BNG Metric.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and oversee ecological mitigation strategies.
• Lead and prepare technical ecological reports.
• Manage and coordinate ecological field surveys.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Ecological project delivery

Strategic thinking

Education

Degree in Ecology, Conservation, Earth Sciences

CIEEM membership (or working towards)

Job description

A leading ecological consultancy is seeking a Senior / Principal Ecologist in the UK. Candidates must have a degree in Ecology and CIEEM membership (or working towards). The role includes overseeing ecological strategies, delivering reports, and engaging with stakeholders. This position offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment.