Senior Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking a talented Senior Ecologist to join its team in Bristol. You will lead ecological surveys, design mitigation strategies, and provide mentorship to junior ecologists. Candidates should have a degree in Ecology, relevant experience, and strong field skills. This role offers competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Annual training and CPD allowance

Clear career development pathway

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological consultancy as an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist.
• Strong technical field skills and ideally one protected species licence.
• In-depth knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological field surveys and assessments.
• Design and implement mitigation strategies for protected species.
• Provide mentoring to junior ecologists.

Skills

Leading ecological field surveys

Designing mitigation strategies

Client liaison

Technical support to junior ecologists

High-quality report production

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

Overview

Senior Ecologist - Bristol. A leading environmental consultancy is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Ecologist to join its growing team in Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to play a key role in delivering high-quality ecological services across a wide range of projects including renewables, solar and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Leading ecological field surveys and assessments
• Designing and implementing mitigation strategies for protected species and habitats
• Providing mentoring and technical support to junior ecologists
• Liaising with clients, regulatory bodies, and planning consultants
• Producing high-quality reports and documentation for planning submissions
• Contributing to business development and tender preparation

Qualifications

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Experience in ecological consultancy as an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist
• Strong technical field skills and ideally one protected species licence (e.g. bats, great crested newts)
• In-depth knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy is advantageous
• Experience managing multidisciplinary projects / teams
• A full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Annual training and CPD allowance
• Clear career development pathway
• A supportive and dynamic team culture

Whether you're an experienced consultant or looking to grow within the environmental sector, this role offers diverse project exposure, ongoing professional development, and the chance to work alongside industry leaders.

Interested in this Senior Ecologist vacancy? To discuss this vacancy or any other roles, please contact Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment.