Lead Ecologist & Associate Director — Hybrid

Electus Recruitment Solutions; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist ecological recruitment company is seeking an experienced ecological consultant in Bristol, offering up to £90,000 and a hybrid working pattern. The role involves ecological assessments and habitat design for development and nature recovery projects, requiring strong botanical skills and experience in protected species surveys. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and manage ecology tasks while enjoying a tailored benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Experience managing ecology deliverables from bidding to completion.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake ecological assessment and habitat design for projects.
• Deliver high-quality ecological reports in line with current guidance.
• Lead ecology tasks and projects, including mentoring.

Skills

Strong botanical skills

Protected species survey and licensing

Ecological assessment expertise

Report writing and quality assurance skills

Education

Membership of CIEEM or equivalent with Chartership

Job description

A specialist ecological recruitment company is seeking an experienced ecological consultant in Bristol, offering up to £90,000 and a hybrid working pattern. The role involves ecological assessments and habitat design for development and nature recovery projects, requiring strong botanical skills and experience in protected species surveys. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and manage ecology tasks while enjoying a tailored benefits package.