Principal / Associate Ecologist - Bristol

Greenbridge Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking consultancy in Bristol is seeking an experienced Principal / Associate Ecologist. This role offers a chance to work on impactful biodiversity projects and join an employee-owned culture. Successful candidates will have over 6 years of experience in ecology, strong knowledge of UK nature conservation legislation, and excellent project management skills. The position allows for flexible working arrangements and provides a competitive salary within the range of £39,000 to £60,000, along with various benefits supporting well-being and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Profit-share bonus scheme

Health and self-care benefits

Life insurance

Income protection insurance

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience working as an Ecologist in the UK.
• Strong understanding of UK nature conservation legislation.
• Experience in preliminary ecological appraisals and Ecological Impact Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to impactful biodiversity projects.
• Manage clients and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Experience in habitat and protected species surveys

Project management

Client and stakeholder engagement

Mentoring junior colleagues

Job description

Bristol, United Kingdom

£ 39,000.00 - 60,000.00 (British Pound Sterling)

About the job Principal / Associate Ecologist - Bristol

Are you an experienced Ecologist looking for a new challenge that aligns with both your professional expertise and your passion for our natural world? Do you want to be part of a consultancy that genuinely cares about creating opportunities for wildlife and communities to thrive together? If you're driven by purpose and ready to bring your skills to impactful projects, this could be the perfect opportunity!

With ongoing success across the country, our forward-thinking client is expanding its Bristol ecology team to take on new challenges and make a real difference in responding to biodiversity and climate crises.

What's to love about this role?

Shared values: You'll get to join a consultancy that lives and breathes its values, and empowers you to do the same. This company is committed to positive impact, environmental sustainability, and fostering a collaborative workplace.

Impactful, inspiring projects: Take pride in projects that make a difference; from energy generation to historic building restoration, regenerative agriculture to strategic biodiversity enhancement plans - your work contributes to a sustainable and greener future.

Employee-owned culture: Have you ever been part of an employee-owned organisation? You'll be supported to thrive in a positive and inclusive environment where your contributions matter – to the company, to communities, to the planet, and to your pocket.

Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility to shape your work-life balance. WFH up to three days a week, with flexible/core hours, and even part-time options to explore.

Rewards: Your dedication deserves recognition. With a salary range between £39,000 - £60,000, annual salary reviews, and a fair profit-share bonus scheme, your hard work is valued and rewarded.

Well-being: Join a consultancy that truly cares for your well-being, with access to health and self-care benefits, employee assistance, home-working and fieldwork allowances, and financial/practical support for professional development. Your loved ones are also taken care of, with life insurance (4x annual salary), and income protection insurance.

About you:

• 6+ years experience working as an Ecologist in the UK
• Strong understanding of UK nature conservation legislation and policy, and development management processes in England and Wales.
• Strong, broad experience in habitat and protected species surveys and reports, preliminary ecological appraisals, and Ecological Impact Assessments
• Experience in
  • Project management
  • Clients and stakeholder engagement
  • Line managing / mentoring junior colleagues (desirable)
  • Tendering and fee proposing (desirable)
  • Business development (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence with a willingness to work away / across antisocial hours during relevant seasons
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK

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