Principal Planning Ecologist — Shape Policy (Hybrid)

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT; Malpas; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous pension

Job summary

Cheshire Wildlife Trust is seeking a Principal Planning Ecologist to lead ecological input on planning, policy and infrastructure proposals. You will analyse risks to nature, turn complex evidence into clear action, and produce robust consultation responses and technical reports.

The role offers a hybrid working pattern with on-site and home-based days, with a salary band of £39,040–£44,689 per year and up to 7.5% employer pension contribution. Closing date 4 October 2026.

Responsibilities

• Analyze planning, policy and infrastructure proposals to identify risks to nature
• Produce bold consultation responses, briefings and technical reports
• Collaborate with planners, regulators, experts and partners to push for nature-positive outcomes
• Support Biodiversity Net Gain, Environmental Impact Assessments and Local Nature Recovery Strategies

Job description

Cheshire Wildlife Trust is seeking a Principal Planning Ecologist to lead ecological input on planning, policy and infrastructure proposals. You will analyse risks to nature, turn complex evidence into clear action, and produce robust consultation responses and technical reports.

The role offers a hybrid working pattern with on-site and home-based days, with a salary band of £39,040–£44,689 per year and up to 7.5% employer pension contribution. Closing date 4 October 2026.