Senior Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in a variety of ecological projects, where your expertise in wildlife legislation and ecological surveys will be invaluable. With a strong emphasis on career development, this position not only provides a competitive salary but also flexible and hybrid working options, excellent benefits, and a brilliant training budget. If you are passionate about ecology and looking to advance your career in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Hybrid working options

Excellent benefits scheme

Training budget

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of wildlife legislation and ecological consultancy experience.
• Possession of a protected species licence, preferably for bats.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological surveys for protected species.
• Complete scientific reports and provide technical support.

Skills

Wildlife Legislation

Ecological Surveys

Scientific Reporting

Technical Support

Education

Degree in Ecology or related field

Job description

Senior Ecologist

Leeds £33,000-£43,000

I am pleased to announce that we are looking for a Senior Ecologist to join a successful team in Leeds! The team have an exciting opportunity for an experienced ecologist to join their expanding team to work on a range of upcoming projects.

Benefits include;

• Flexible and hybrid working available.
• Excellent benefits scheme.
• Brilliant training budget and opportunity for progression.

Responsibilities for this role include;

• Undertaking ecological surveys for a range of protected species.
• Completing scientific reports.
• Providing technical support to junior team members and seasonal ecologists.

Requirements include;

• A strong understanding of wildlife legislation.
• Experience of working within an ecological consultancy at Ecologist level or above.
• A protected species licence (preferably bat).

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to build on your existing knowledge and skillsets with career development opportunities! If you are interested in this role, please send your CV to [e-mail] and call Hannah Parker on 01792 963138.