Principal Ecologist

Allen & York Ltd; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global environmental consultancy is seeking a Principal Ecologist to join their terrestrial ecology division. The role involves delivering high-profile ecological projects, managing a diverse portfolio, and providing expert ecological advice, alongside mentoring junior staff. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Extensive survey experience, leading protected species surveys.
• Knowledge of EU and UK ecological legislation.
• Experience in managing a terrestrial ecology portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects for high-profile clients across the UK.
• Collaborate with management and team to influence work streams.
• Provide authoritative ecological advice and innovative mitigation solutions.

Skills

Survey experience

Communication

Team leadership

Job description

Allen & York are working with a leading global environmental consultancy that supports clients and regulators worldwide to mitigate environmental impacts.

Our client seeks an enthusiastic Principal Ecologist to join the terrestrial ecology division, delivering projects for high-profile clients across the UK.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the management team and the wider terrestrial ecology team, influencing current work streams and expanding the customer base across the UK.

Requirements include extensive survey experience, including leading protected species surveys and mitigation projects, and a proven track record of managing a terrestrial ecology portfolio within a consultancy setting. Up-to-date knowledge of EU and UK legislation on ecology and environmental issues, Ecological Impact Assessments, and planning regulations is essential. The candidate should have experience providing authoritative ecological advice and innovative mitigation solutions across various sites and schemes.

An excellent communicator who enjoys collaborative work and supporting the development of junior ecologists is preferred.

Experience in leading and motivating teams, along with a proven work-winning record, including preparing bids and tenders and generating new business opportunities, would be advantageous.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for career growth in a company that values its employees.

Interested?
Please click the apply button or email Justine at [e-mail] for more information or to arrange a confidential chat.

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