Senior Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

CPD and training budget

Paid professional memberships

TOIL system

28 days annual leave + Christmas close

Birthday leave

Social and team-building events

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead ecological surveys, manage projects from inception to completion, and deliver high-quality technical reports in Devon. You will mentor junior team members and contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain assessments while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role offers hybrid working, a generous CPD and training budget, paid memberships, TOIL, and extensive annual leave, with clear opportunities for career progression within a

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' ecological consultancy experience.
• Full or Associate CIEEM membership (or working towards Full Membership).
• Experience managing protected species surveys and ecological projects.
• Strong report writing skills, including EcIA and BNG assessments.
• Knowledge of UK planning policy and wildlife legislation.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Living in or near the Devon office.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological surveys and manage projects from inception to completion.
• Prepare and review technical reports and provide expert advice to clients.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
• Maintain excellent client relationships.

Skills

Ecology consultancy

Report writing

Project management

Client liaison

Education

CIEEM membership (Full/Associate)

Job description

Senior Ecologist

£40,000 - £50,000

Devon

As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead ecological surveys, manage projects from inception to completion, prepare and review technical reports, and provide expert advice to clients. The Senior Ecologist will also mentor junior team members, contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, and play a key role in maintaining excellent client relationships. This Senior Ecologist role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step within a collaborative consultancy in Devon.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Generous CPD and training budget
• Paid professional memberships
• TOIL system
• 28 days annual leave plus Christmas closure
• Additional birthday leave
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Regular social and team-building events
• Excellent career progression opportunities

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years' ecological consultancy experience
• Full or Associate CIEEM membership (or working towards Full Membership)
• Experience managing protected species surveys and ecological projects
• Strong report writing skills, including EcIA and BNG assessments
• Knowledge of UK planning policy and wildlife legislation
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Living in or near the Devon office

This is a permanent role.