Associate Ecologist / Associate Director

Advance TRS; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecological consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Ecologist / Associate Director to lead ecological projects in Bath, UK. The role involves overseeing ecological assessments, habitat design, and mitigation strategies, along with mentoring team members. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000-60,000 and a hybrid working environment. The ideal candidate will ensure projects achieve high ecological standards while fostering team success in a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading ecological projects and teams.
• Strong understanding of ecological standards.
• Ability to innovate in ecological assessments and designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological input on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Undertake and oversee ecological assessments and habitat design.

Skills

Lead ecological workstreams

Ecological assessments

Habitat design

Mitigation strategies

Mentoring

Managing team members

Job description

Job Description

Job Title :

Associate Ecologist / Associate Director

Salary : £50,000-60,000 (dependent on experience)

Location : UK (Bristol office, with flexible / hybrid working)

Type : Permanent | Hybrid working available

About the Role :

This senior position offers an opportunity to lead ecological workstreams on a wide range of development and nature recovery projects. You'll take a hands‑on role in delivering ecological assessments, habitat design, and mitigation strategies, as well as mentoring and managing team members.

You’ll act as a key technical authority, ensuring projects meet the highest ecological standards while supporting the growth and success of the wider ecology team.

About the Client :

Our client is a highly respected consultancy known for delivering large-scale environmental and infrastructure projects across the UK. Their 130‑strong ecology team – including senior members of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) – collaborates across disciplines to create sustainable, nature‑positive outcomes.

They offer a supportive, inclusive and flexible culture where people and wellbeing come first.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead ecological input on multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Undertake and oversee ecological assessments and habitat design.

Develop pragmatic and innovative mitigati...