Senior Ecologist - Bio Net Gain

Penguin Recruitment; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consultancy is seeking a skilled Senior Ecologist specialized in Biodiversity Net Gain. This hybrid position in Stonehouse involves leading ecological assessments, providing technical advice, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates have a degree in Ecology or a related field, strong knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain principles, and a valid UK driving licence. Competitive salary and ongoing professional development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid and flexible working options

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• Strong technical knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain principles.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
• Provide technical advice on habitat creation and offsetting.
• Oversee ecological surveys and habitat management planning.

Skills

Technical knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain principles

Ecological survey management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Postgraduate qualification (ideally)

Job description

Senior Ecologist - Biodiversity Net Gain Specialist

Location: Stonehouse (Hybrid Working)

Sector: Environmental Consultancy

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy dedicated to delivering sustainable environmental solutions across the UK. They are seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist with specialist expertise in Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) to join their growing ecology team based in Stonehouse.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and strategies for a variety of public and private sector projects.
• Provide technical advice on habitat creation, enhancement, and offsetting to achieve measurable ecological improvements.
• Oversee ecological surveys, impact assessments, and habitat management planning.
• Mentor and support junior ecologists, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure ecological objectives are clearly understood and met.
• Contribute to proposals, bids, and business development activities related to biodiversity and natural capital services.

About You

• Degree (and ideally postgraduate qualification) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• Membership (or eligibility) of CIEEM.
• Strong technical knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain principles, including use of the Defra Metric and habitat condition assessments.
• Proven experience managing ecological inputs to development projects and working with planning frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as required.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Ongoing professional development and support with chartership.
• The opportunity to work with a supportive, forward-thinking team delivering projects that make a genuine difference for biodiversity.

Join our client in delivering a nature-positive future.