BNG Senior Ecologist – Lead Biodiversity Assessments (Hybrid UK)

ERM: Environmental Resources Management; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to support Biodiversity Net Gain assessments in the UK. This primarily desk-based role involves advising colleagues and clients, leading projects, and managing ecological inputs for large-scale initiatives. Candidates should possess significant experience in BNG assessments, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of UK legislation. Flexible working conditions, annual leave, and substantial benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

6% employer pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Performance-related bonus

Employee assistance programme

Discounts on gym memberships

Qualifications

• Significant industry experience in BNG assessments.
• Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and manage large-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK legislation and the planning system.

Responsibilities

• Lead as first point of contact for BNG advice.
• Engage in higher-level technical writing for ecology chapters.
• Manage ecological inputs on medium to large-scale projects.

Skills

Biodiversity Net Gain assessments

Terrestrial ecology

Technical writing

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Full membership of a professional body

Job description

A leading sustainability consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to support Biodiversity Net Gain assessments in the UK. This primarily desk-based role involves advising colleagues and clients, leading projects, and managing ecological inputs for large-scale initiatives. Candidates should possess significant experience in BNG assessments, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of UK legislation. Flexible working conditions, annual leave, and substantial benefits are offered.