Environmental Consultant (London Area)

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in London seeks an Environmental Consultant to manage and deliver high-impact biodiversity projects. This role involves a blend of ecology, sustainability, and strategic project delivery, making a real-world impact on environmental challenges while engaging with various stakeholders in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working environment

Opportunities for growth and innovation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in ecological consultancy or environmental advisory.
• Strong working knowledge of international biodiversity frameworks.
• Ability to produce high-quality written deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver biodiversity and environmental advisory projects.
• Produce robust technical reports and stakeholder updates.
• Shape new business opportunities through client engagement.

Skills

Communication

Project Delivery

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Tools

Geospatial Data Tools

Biodiversity Monitoring Tech

Job description

Environmental Consultant – Biodiversity & Nature Projects

London / Hybrid

Up to £55,000 (DOE) + Benefits

Full-Time, Permanent

Are you an environmental specialist / scientist with experience in shaping bids, tenders, and biodiversity projects? Interested in shaping the future of nature-based consultancy? We’re working with an innovative consultancy delivering data-led environmental projects across the UK and internationally – and they’re looking for a passionate

Principal

Ecologist

to join their team.

The Opportunity:

This is a unique role for someone who thrives at the intersection of ecology, sustainability, and project delivery. You’ll lead strategic nature and biodiversity projects, from early design through to delivery, helping clients meet regulatory goals while supporting ecological outcomes on the ground. The role is varied, collaborative, and ideal for someone with a consultancy background seeking real-world impact.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead and deliver a range of high-impact biodiversity and environmental advisory projects

Develop practical frameworks and field survey designs to support monitoring and compliance

Guide multidisciplinary teams and external partners through all phases of project lifecycles

Produce robust technical reports, stakeholder updates, and strategic insights

Shape new business opportunities through client engagement and proposal development

Keep abreast of evolving environmental policy and regulatory frameworks (UK & global)

Support internal project performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For:

Proven experience within ecological consultancy or environmental advisory

Track record in project delivery across biodiversity, natural capital, or ecological impact areas

Strong working knowledge of /international regulatory and voluntary biodiversity frameworks (e.g. biodiversity net gain, PS6, TNFD, etc.)

Excellent communicator with experience producing high-quality written deliverables

Ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders, including private sector, NGOs, and research bodies

Familiarity with digital tools, geospatial data, or biodiversity monitoring tech is an advantage

Relevant academic background in ecology, environmental science, or a related field

Why Apply?

Join a purpose-driven team working across some of the world’s most urgent environmental challenges

Play a lead role in shaping projects that blend ecology, data, and sustainability

Flexible, inclusive working environment with scope for growth and innovation

Competitive salary and long-term progression opportunities

Please hit apply for immediate consideration and one of the specialist team here at Bright Purple will be in touch to discuss your application.

Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer and we are proud to work with customers who share our values.