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BNG Senior Ecologist – Lead Biodiversity Assessments (Hybrid UK)

ERM: Environmental Resources Management

City of Edinburgh

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

3 days ago
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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.
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