Principal Ecologist

Keystone Ecology; Tetbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Ecology is seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead ecological projects and mentor a growing team. You will deliver high-quality consultancy, provide technical leadership, and develop strong client relationships while supporting business development.

The role requires senior-level experience, aDegree in Ecology or related field, and MCIEEM membership or equivalent. Excellent communication and commercial awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Full MCIEEM membership (or equivalent chartered body).
• Degree in Ecology, Biological Sciences, Environmental Studies or related field.
• Demonstrable ecological consultancy experience across a range of sectors and project scales.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality ecological consultancy services.
• Provide technical leadership on projects.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Support growth and reputation of the practice.

Skills

Technical leadership

Client relationships

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Ecology, Biological Sciences, Environmental Studies or related

Job description

As a CIEEM Registered Practice, we are committed to delivering high standards of professional practice, ethics and quality. The Principal Ecologist plays a key role in maintaining these standards while contributing to the continued growth and reputation of the business and the wider profession.

This is a senior technical and leadership role, responsible for managing ecological projects and supporting the development of a high-performing team. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality ecological consultancy services, provide technical leadership, build strong client relationships and contribute to business development. Excellent communication skills, sound ecological knowledge and commercial awareness are essential.

Prerequisites

• Full Member of CIEEM (MCIEEM) or an equivalent chartered professional body.
• Degree in Ecology, Biological Sciences, Environmental Studies or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable ecological consultancy experience across a range of sectors and project scales.