Senior Ecologist

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our Manchester/Preston team with Agile Working. The package includes a salary of £40,000–£45,000 plus Benefits and the chance to work on an exciting portfolio across diverse sectors.

You will work alongside experienced professionals, leading projects, and contributing to the growth of a dynamic ecology team while delivering high quality ecological services.

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological assessments and protected species surveys.
• Ability to deliver projects on time within a consultancy setting.
• Proactive client engagement and collaboration with senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of ecological projects from inception to delivery.
• Provide technical expertise and guide junior ecologists on assignments.
• Contribute to business growth and client relationship management.

Skills

Ecology expertise

Project management

Client engagement

Protected species surveys

Field surveys

Tools

GIS

Job description

Senior Ecologist

Manchester / Preston | Agile Working

£40,000 £45,000 + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ecologist to join a growing and highly regarded environmental consultancy with an established reputation for delivering high‑quality ecological services across a diverse range of sectors.

Our client is a growing, agile consultancy with a strong market presence, an impressive portfolio of clients and ambitious plans for continued development.

Working alongside experienced and respected industry professionals, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a varied portfolio of interesting projects, working with leading industry names across multiple sectors.

The Opportunity

This appointment offers the opportunity to join an established and supportive consultancy at an exciting stage in its development.

The successful candidate will be encouraged to take ownership of projects, contribute technical expertise and play an important role in supporting the continued growth of the ecology team.

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

• Interesting and varied projects Exposure to a broad range of ecological consultancy assignments across multiple sectors.
• Agile working A flexible and collaborative working environment.
• Professional development Genuine investment in training, technical development and career progression.
• Experienced leadership The opportunity to work alongside respected and knowledgeable environmental professionals.
• Career opportunities Join an ambitious, growing business where your contribution will be recognised and where opportunities exist to develop your career.

The Ideal Candidate

We are interested in speaking with experienced ecological professionals who have developed a strong technical background and are looking for an opportunity to further develop their careers within a progressive consultancy environment.

You will ideally have experience in ecological assessments, protected species surveys, project delivery and client engagement, together with the confidence to manage assignments and contribute to a collaborative team.