Senior Ecologist

Hunter Dunning Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their dynamic team in Oxford. This hybrid role offers the chance to lead ecology projects from inception to completion, collaborating with a technically skilled team. The consultancy is recognized for its commitment to delivering practical ecological solutions across various sectors, including land development and conservation. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced ecologist who values autonomy and technical excellence, with a supportive environment that promotes professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Unbegrenzter Jahresurlaub

Flexible Arbeitszeiten

Bonusprogramm

Großzügige Rentenregelung

Unbegrenztes internes und externes CPD/Training

Qualifications

• Spezialisiert auf ökologische Gutachten und Biodiversitätsbewertungen.
• Erfahrung in der Durchführung von geschützten Artenuntersuchungen.

Responsibilities

• Leitung und Durchführung von Ökologieprojekten in verschiedenen Regionen.
• Durchführung von Voruntersuchungen und technischen Berichten.

Skills

Ökologische Fachkenntnisse

GIS Erfahrung (QGIS oder ArcGIS)

Education

Abschluss in Ökologie oder verwandtem Bereich

Job description

Senior Ecologist Job in Oxford

New Senior Ecologist job available with a growing independent consultancy based in Oxford. The role will support the delivery of ecology projects across the home counties, the South, and the Midlands area. This is a hybrid role and offers the opportunity to manage ecology projects from initial enquiry through to completion within a collaborative and technically focused team.

The company is a rapidly growing consultancy known for its technical expertise and commitment to delivering practical, client-focused ecological solutions. With a diverse client base across public and private sectors, the team works on projects in land development, infrastructure, and conservation across the UK. This is a great opportunity for an experienced ecologist looking to take the next step in their career, working within a growing ecology consultancy that values autonomy, technical quality, and a balanced approach to work.

Role & Responsibilities

1. Lead and deliver ecology consultancy projects across the South, Midlands, and Home Counties
2. Carry out Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), habitat condition assessments, and Biodiversity Impact Assessments
3. Undertake protected species surveys and priority species assessments
4. Prepare tenders, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), and technical reporting
5. Design surveys and lead field teams across a variety of project types.

Required Skills & Experience

1. Specialist expertise in one or more key ecological areas
2. Degree or equivalent in ecology or a related field
3. Membership of CIEEM (or working towards membership)
4. GIS experience (QGIS or ArcGIS).

What you get back

£35,000 - £45,000, depending on experience
Paid professional memberships
Unlimited internal and external CPD/training budget
Bonus scheme
Generous pension scheme
Unlimited annual leave
Flexible working hours and hybrid options.

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications, so if you do not hear back within 7 days, consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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