Lead Principal Ecologist | Hybrid Work & Impact

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and environmental consultancy based in Leeds is seeking a Principal Ecologist to join their team. The role involves leading complex ecological assessments and preparing technical reports. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Ecology or a related field and extensive consultancy experience. The position offers a salary between £45,000 - £50,000 per annum, along with benefits such as hybrid working, generous holiday allowance, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

5% pension match

Life assurance

25 days' holiday

Hybrid working

Healthcare cash plan

Qualifications

• Extensive consultancy experience leading ecological projects from bid to delivery.
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.
• Competency with protected species survey licenses.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex ecological assessments and prepare high-quality technical reports.
• Provide senior technical leadership across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Design and implement mitigation and enhancement strategies for protected species.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Project management

Strong GIS capability

Education

Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biological Sciences, or related discipline

Tools

QGIS

ArcGIS

Job description

A leading engineering and environmental consultancy based in Leeds is seeking a Principal Ecologist to join their team. The role involves leading complex ecological assessments and preparing technical reports. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Ecology or a related field and extensive consultancy experience. The position offers a salary between £45,000 - £50,000 per annum, along with benefits such as hybrid working, generous holiday allowance, and a supportive team environment.