Senior Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Career progression

Team culture

CPD support

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd are seeking a Senior Ecologist to join a growing, conservation-led consultancy near Salisbury. You will lead surveys, oversee projects and deliver high-quality reports across protected species, habitats and biodiversity initiatives.

The role offers a hybrid and flexible working pattern, strong CPD support, clear progression opportunities and a collaborative team culture, with opportunities to contribute to tender writing and client liaison.

Qualifications

• Strong survey, reporting, and project management skills.
• Protected species experience desirable.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Must live in or near the Salisbury office.

Responsibilities

• Lead surveys and manage projects across biodiversity initiatives.
• Produce high-quality technical reports and licence applications.
• Mentor junior team members and liaise with clients.
• Support business development through tender writing and client liaison.

Job description

Senior Ecologist

£35,000 - £44,000

Salisbury

A leading independent ecological consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their growing team near Salisbury. This well-established business delivers innovative, conservation-led solutions, supporting clients through the planning process while protecting and enhancing biodiversity across a wide range of projects.

As a Senior Ecologist, you will oversee projects, manage surveys, and produce high-quality technical reports, including protected species licence applications. The Senior Ecologist will also contribute to business development through tender writing, client liaison, and project management, while mentoring junior team members and ensuring clear communication of ecological advice.

Benefits of the Senior Ecologist position:

• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £44,000
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Clear progression opportunities
• Supportive team culture
• Strong CPD support and paid memberships

As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead surveys, manage projects, and produce high-quality reports. The Senior Ecologist will also mentor junior team members, liaise with clients, and support work across protected species, habitat assessments, and biodiversity initiatives.

Requirements:

• Strong survey, reporting, and project management skills
• Protected species experience desirable
• Full right to work in the UK
• Full UK driving licence
• Must live in or near the Salisbury office

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ecologist looking to further develop their career.

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