Associate Ecologist / Associate Director

Advance TRS Careers; Bristol; 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 workstreams on diverse projects. The role offers hybrid working options and involves managing a team, overseeing assessments, and ensuring project standards. Candidates should have a strong background in ecology and be proactive in mentoring junior staff. Competitive salary offered in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological assessments and habitat design.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

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

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.

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