Senior Ecologist

TN United Kingdom; Lewes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy as a Senior Ecologist, where you will lead projects and support junior colleagues in a dynamic environment. This role offers a chance to contribute to sustainability and planning efforts while enjoying flexible working hours and a supportive team. With opportunities for career growth and a dog-friendly office, this position is perfect for those passionate about ecology and environmental impact. Be part of a company that values work-life balance and invests in its employees' development.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

26 Days Annual Leave

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Dog-Friendly Office

Social Events and Game Nights

Pension Scheme

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in ecology with a focus on fieldwork and report writing.
• Membership in CIEEM and relevant protected species licences are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex contracts and guide junior colleagues in ecological assessments.
• Deliver high-quality reports and assist clients in overcoming project obstacles.

Skills

Fieldwork Skills

Report Writing

Botany Specialism

CIEEM Membership

Protected Species Licences

Job description

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My client, one of the leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies in the UK, who specialise in environment, planning and sustainability, is seeking a Senior Ecologist with extensive experience in the field to join their team in Sussex. This is an excellent chance to join a dynamic team and become part of an innovative, fast-growing company.

• A competitive salary based on experience
• Time off in lieu (TOIL) policy and flexible working hours to support work-life balance
• 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays) with an additional day added for each year of service, up to 29 days
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Opportunities for career growth
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme available after 3 months of service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Social events, game nights, and volunteering opportunities through our staff engagement and development initiative
• Dog-friendly office
• Supportive, friendly, and forward-thinking colleagues

As a Senior Ecologist in this independent consultancy, you will have the opportunity to lead complex contracts, guide junior colleagues, deliver high-quality reports, and evaluate technical projects. You will also play a key role in assisting clients and their design teams in overcoming obstacles, while actively contributing to the growth of the business.

Senior Ecologist Criteria

• Full UK driving licence (Essential)
• Eligibility to work within the UK (Essential)
• CIEEM membership
• The ideal candidate will have a protected species licence(s) (Bat class 2 or GCN class 1 are ideal), specialism within botany, and be able to demonstrate excellent fieldwork and report writing skills
• Familiarity and experience with BNG assessments is desirable