Principal Ecologist - Manchester

TieTalent; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SME in Manchester is seeking a Principal Ecologist to join their team. This role offers autonomy and the opportunity for career development within a supportive environment. You will lead projects, manage contracts, and engage with clients while contributing to sustainable solutions. The position includes a competitive salary, flexible working, and various benefits.

Benefits

26+ days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced maternity pay

Health care

Cycle-to-work scheme

Social events

Qualifications

• Expertise in UK and European environmental legislation.
• Strong fieldwork and reporting skills.
• Project management experience including fee proposals and bid writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Manchester team delivering ecological solutions.
• Manage contracts and support staff.
• Contribute to business growth through tendering and client engagement.

Skills

Project management

Fieldwork skills

Stakeholder engagement

Ecological management

Environmental legislation

Education

CIEEM membership

EPS/conservation licence

Job description

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About

Principal Ecologist Manchester

£50-60k doe + great benefits & progression

Hybrid

We are Webber Hughes Ltd, a team of family-orientated, ethical recruiters with experience honed over 30 years. For further details on this role contact steve.jackson(AT) or call.

Interested in working for a leading SME offering autonomy, flexibility, and work-life balance? Looking for real career development tailored to you? Want to play a pivotal part in a growing B Corp that truly values its employees? We are looking for a Principal Ecologist to lead and develop our Manchester team, delivering ecologically smart and commercially efficient solutions for our clients. You will manage contracts, support staff, review technical work, and contribute to business growth through tendering and client engagement. In return, you can expect an engaged team, a supportive environment, and a genuine route into an Associate Director position.

What We're Looking For:

• A genuine sense of care for the environment and sustainability, someone who wants to effect change and play a pivotal role in driving the business forward
• Expertise in UK and European environmental legislation
• Strong fieldwork and reporting skills (protected species, EPSM applications, ecological management plans)
• Project management experience including fee proposals and bid writing, stakeholder engagement, budget and resources management, and staff development
• EPS/conservation licence(s) and CIEEM membership preferred
• Specialisms in botany (FISC Level 4+) or high-level reptile mitigation would be advantageous

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary & strong career development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid working & TOIL policy
• 26+ days annual leave + bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Health care
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Social events & more

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Location

Manchester, England

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet

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