Principal Ecologist – Remote

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Bury St Edmunds; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Ecologist for a fully remote role that emphasizes technical expertise over extensive travel. This position allows you to lead ecological assessments across various projects, ensuring high-quality reporting and regulatory compliance while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. With opportunities for career progression in an award-winning consultancy, this role is perfect for seasoned ecological consultants looking to focus on delivering impactful strategies without the demands of frequent site visits. If you're ready to step into a leadership role with a strong technical focus, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Fully remote working

Flexible hours

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Experienced Principal Ecologist with expertise in EIAs, HRAs, and BNG assessments.
• Strong technical skills focused on reporting and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological assessments for diverse projects with high-quality reporting.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and provide client advisory services.

Skills

Ecological Impact Assessments (EIAs)

Habitat Regulations Assessments (HRAs)

Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs)

Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs)

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments

Job description

Principal Ecologist – Fully Remote

Location: Remote (UK-based, with occasional visits to Suffolk office) | Salary: Competitive

Are you an experienced Principal Ecologist looking for a fully remote role where you can focus on high-level technical work without extensive travel? This is an opportunity to take the lead on ecological assessments for diverse projects while enjoying complete flexibility.

The Role

As a key member of the team, you will apply your expertise in EIAs, HRAs, EcIAs, PEAs, and BNG assessments, ensuring high-quality reporting, regulatory compliance, and client advisory. This position is ideal for an ecologist with strong technical skills who wants to focus on delivering reports and strategy, rather than frequent site visits.

What’s on Offer?

• Fully remote working with flexible hours, with occasional meetings at the Suffolk office
• A technical-focused role with minimal fieldwork
• Career progression opportunities within an award-winning consultancy
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional development support

If you are a seasoned ecological consultant looking for a leadership role with a strong technical focus, this is your chance to step up without the demands of frequent site work.

Interested? Send your CV to [e-mail] to find out more.

Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy.