Principal / Associate Ecologist - Cardiff

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

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy based in Cardiff seeks a Principal/Associate Ecologist. This role requires over 6 years of experience and a strong understanding of UK conservation policies. You'll manage impactful projects, engage with stakeholders, and mentor junior staff. The position offers a salary between £39,000 and £60,000, annual reviews, and flexibility for remote work. The company is committed to sustainability and employee well-being, providing various perks to support your professional development.

Benefits

Annual salary reviews

Profit-share bonus scheme

Health and self-care benefits

Flexible work-from-home options

Life insurance (4× annual salary)

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience working as an Ecologist in the UK.
• Strong understanding of UK nature conservation legislation and policy.
• Experience in habitat and protected species surveys.

Responsibilities

• Work on impactful projects for energy generation and biodiversity enhancement.
• Manage projects and engage with clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to business development.

Skills

Experience as an Ecologist

Strong understanding of UK nature conservation legislation

Project management

Client and stakeholder engagement

Mentoring junior colleagues

Job description

Cardiff, United Kingdom - £39,000 to £60,000 (British Pound Sterling)

About the job: Principal / Associate Ecologist – Cardiff

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!

What's to love about this role?

• Shared values: Join a consultancy that lives and breathes its values and empowers you to do the same. The company is committed to positive impact, environmental sustainability, and 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: You will 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. Work from home up to three days a week, with flexible core hours and part‑time options.
• Rewards: Salary range £39,000‑£60,000, annual salary reviews, and a fair profit‑share bonus scheme.
• Well‑being: Access to health and self‑care benefits, employee assistance, home‑working and fieldwork allowances, and financial and practical support for professional development. Life insurance (4 × annual salary) and income protection insurance are also provided.

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 willingness to work away / across the country during relevant seasons
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK

How to apply: For more information or to apply for this role, click 'Apply' or email your CV to [e-mail].