Senior Ecologist

PEBBLE RECRUITMENT LTD; Claverdon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected environmental consultancy in Claverdon seeks a Senior Ecologist to lead ecological surveys and impact assessments. You will produce technical documents, mentor junior ecologists, and collaborate with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a degree in ecology, consultancy experience, and knowledge of UK legislation. The role offers salary reflective of experience, flexible working arrangements, and support for professional development.

Benefits

Salary reflective of experience

Flexible working arrangements

Support for ongoing CPD

Varied workload across the region

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology or another relevant environmental discipline.
• Strong consultancy experience delivering ecological work.
• Holding or progressing towards protected species licenses.
• Solid understanding of UK legislation and ecological practice.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological surveys and impact assessments.
• Produce technical documents and reports.
• Mentor less experienced ecologists.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders for project delivery.
• Manage fieldwork, timelines, and budgets.
• Generate new work opportunities.

Skills

Ecological surveys

Technical report writing

Client communication

Project management

Education

Degree in ecology or related field

Job description

Senior Ecologist

A respected environmental consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Ecologist to support the continued growth of its Claverdon, Warwickshire office. The team works on an extensive mix of environmental, habitat and species-related projects throughout the Midlands. This position offers the chance to play a key role in delivering positive ecological outcomes while developing your skills within a friendly and supportive team.

Role responsibilities

• Take the lead on a variety of ecological surveys, impact assessments and mitigation work around Claverdon, Warwickshire and surrounding Midlands area
• Produce clear, well-structured technical documents, including preliminary ecological assessments, habitat and species reports, and EcIAs
• Offer technical oversight and mentoring to less experienced ecologists
• Work closely with clients, planning authorities and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery
• Manage fieldwork planning, project timelines and budgets
• Assist with generating new work opportunities and strengthening client relationships

What we're looking for

• A degree in ecology or another relevant environmental discipline
• Strong consultancy experience with a proven background in delivering ecological work
• Holding, or actively progressing towards, protected species licences - particularly for bats or great crested newts
• A solid understanding of UK legislation, planning frameworks and current ecological practice
• Confident communication, report-writing and organisational skills
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel for survey work

What's on offer

• Salary reflective of experience
• Flexible working arrangements and a positive team culture
• Support for ongoing CPD and opportunities to work towards chartered status
• Exposure to a varied and interesting workload across the region

For more information, please get in touch with Tim Joannides at Pebble Recruitment