Ecology Team Lead — Shape Growth & Delivery (Birmingham)

Bennett And Game Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day week

Company benefits

Job summary

Bennett And Game Recruitment is seeking an experienced Ecology Team Lead in Birmingham to manage and develop the regional ecology team within an established environmental consultancy. The role combines team leadership, project oversight and client development, with strategic input into growth and delivery of ecological projects.

The position suits a Principal or Associate-level ecologist looking for greater responsibility, with a four-day working week while maintaining a full-time salary and

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Biological Sciences or Environmental Science.
• Experience in UK ecological consultancy.
• Experience managing or leading ecology professionals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of ecology professionals within the Birmingham region.
• Oversee workloads, project priorities and resource requirements.
• Support the successful commercial and technical delivery of ecology projects.
• Provide senior project management input across larger or more complex commissions.
• Mentor and support Project Managers and other members of the ecology team.
• Identify recruitment requirements and support the continued growth of the team.
• Maintain and develop relationships with key clients.
• Contribute to new business opportunities and the growth of the regional ecology workload.
• Monitor upcoming projects and ensure appropriate resources are available.
• Work collaboratively with ecology colleagues and specialists across the wider business.
• Help maintain high standards across technical reporting and project delivery.

Skills

Team leadership

Ecology knowledge

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Ecology or related field

Job description

Bennett And Game Recruitment is seeking an experienced Ecology Team Lead in Birmingham to manage and develop the regional ecology team within an established environmental consultancy. The role combines team leadership, project oversight and client development, with strategic input into growth and delivery of ecological projects.

The position suits a Principal or Associate-level ecologist looking for greater responsibility, with a four-day working week while maintaining a full-time salary and