Senior Ecologist

Hunter Dunning; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing independent consultancy in Oxford seeks an experienced Ecologist to manage projects from initial enquiry to completion. This hybrid role includes conducting ecological assessments and leading field teams within a collaborative team focused on delivering client-oriented solutions.

Benefits

Paid professional memberships

Unlimited internal and external CPD/training budget

Unlimited annual leave

Flexible working hours and hybrid options

Qualifications

• Specialist expertise in one or more key ecological areas.
• Membership of CIEEM (or working towards membership).

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver ecology consultancy projects across the South, Midlands, and Home Counties.
• Carry out Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and Biodiversity Impact Assessments.
• Design surveys and lead field teams across various project types.

Skills

Ecological expertise

GIS experience

Education

Degree in ecology or related field

Job description

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New 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

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

Required Skills & Experience

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

What you get back

• Paid professional memberships
• Unlimited internal and external CPD/training budget
• Unlimited annual leave
• Flexible working hours and hybrid options.