Head of Ecology Services

JR United Kingdom; Watford; Remote; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity is seeking a passionate Head of Ecology Services to lead a dedicated team focused on reversing biodiversity loss. This role involves managing land management efforts, developing an advisory hub, and supporting income generation to benefit UK landscapes for butterflies and other species.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK Lepidoptera ecology.
• Proven experience in habitat management for nature outcomes.
• Experience in managing grants, contracts, and land agreements.

Responsibilities

• Managing land management work and overseeing nature reserves.
• Developing an external advisory hub for ecology and land services.
• Leading and inspiring the Ecology Services team.

Skills

Knowledge of UK Lepidoptera ecology

Project management

Budget management

Education

Degree in biological, environmental, forestry, or rural land use science

Tools

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Word

Excel

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Head of Ecology Services, watford, hertfordshire

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Client:

Butterfly Conservation

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a passionate ecological leader ready to make a real impact? Do you dream of playing a key role in reversing biodiversity loss and shaping the future of UK landscapes for butterflies, moths, and people? ??

Practicus are partnering with Butterfly Conservation in their search for an inspiring Head of Ecology Services to lead their dedicated team in delivering expert land management advice, overseeing their nature reserves, and developing an innovative new advisory hub for external partners. ?

? What you’ll be doing:

• Managing their land management work, including on BC’s own nature reserves

• Developing an exciting new external advisory hub for ecology and land services

• Leading and inspiring the Ecology Services team

• Supporting income generation through sustainable chargeable services

• Representing BC in national partnerships and championing their impact

? Required Experience:

• A degree in biological, environmental, forestry, or rural land use science—or equivalent experience
• Strong knowledge of UK Lepidoptera ecology and habitat needs
• Proven experience in habitat management for nature outcomes
• Track record of developing high-value partnerships and delivering projects/contracts
• Confident using digital tools like Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel and more
• Skilled in budget management and financial oversight
• Strong project management abilities
• Experience in applying for and managing grants, contracts and land agreements
• Location - remote with occasional travel required to the office in Dorset
• Salary - £38,366 to £44,427 per annum
• Contract - Full-time and permanent
• Closing date for applications - Friday 23rd May.

? If you’re passionate about creating a wilder, more connected countryside—and want to work with Europe's largest insect charity — then we want to hear from you!

? Please contact Marcus Latham at Practicus or apply now and help restore landscapes for butterflies, moths, and future generations!