Senior Ecologist

PEBBLE RECRUITMENT LTD; Knowle; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected environmental consultancy in Knowle is seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead ecological surveys and impact assessments. The role involves producing technical documents and mentoring junior staff while fostering client relationships. Ideal candidates should have a degree in ecology and experience with protected species licenses. Flexible working and CPD support are offered.

Benefits

Salary reflective of experience

Flexible working arrangements

Support for ongoing CPD

Varied and interesting workload

Qualifications

• Strong consultancy experience in ecological work.
• Experience with protected species licenses, especially bats or great crested newts.
• Understanding of UK legislation and ecological practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological surveys, impact assessments, and mitigation work.
• Produce technical documents including ecological assessments and reports.
• Mentor less experienced ecologists.

Skills

Ecological assessments

Technical documentation

Client communication

Project management

Education

Degree in ecology or relevant environmental discipline

Job description

Senior Ecologist

A respected environmental consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Ecologist to support the continued growth of its Knowle, Solihull 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
• 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