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Senior Ecologist

Hunter Dunning

Oxford

Hybrid

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

12 days ago

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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.
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