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Senior Ecologist – Boutique Environmental Planning Consultancy. London / hybrid

JS Money Limited

Greater London

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 45,000

Full time

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Job summary

A respected boutique environmental planning consultancy in London seeks a Senior Ecologist to lead projects and deliver high-quality ecological input. This role offers a chance to work on nature-positive initiatives in a supportive team environment. Candidates should have proven consultancy experience and field skills, with a passion for mentoring. The company values work-life balance and offers career progression opportunities, making it an exciting time to join as growth is anticipated over the next year.

Benefits

Flexible working
Training & development opportunities
Supportive team culture

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in ecological consultancy or similar.
  • Strong field skills and experience with Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and Protected Species Risk Assessments (PRAs).
  • Confident in report writing and communicating with planners, clients, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and undertake Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs).
  • Manage and coordinate field surveys, site work, and reporting.
  • Provide robust ecological advice and input to planning teams and clients.

Skills

Ecological consultancy experience
Field skills
Report writing
Project management
Mentoring
Job description

Are you a passionate ecologist looking for a new challenge in a collaborative and ambitious team? Join a respected boutique environmental planning consultancy based in London that’s making a real impact through nature-positive projects across the South East.

With a headcount close to fifty with an ecology team of three. my client has exciting plans to double in size over the next 12 months, this is a fantastic time to join and help shape the future of the ecology function.

Why this role could be for you!
  • 🌱 Nature-enhancing projects across urban and rural landscapes
  • 🤝 Tight-knit, supportive team culture with strong values
  • 🚀 Career progression opportunities as the team grows
  • 🧘♂️ Flexible, life-friendly working and genuine work-life balance
  • 📚 Continued training & development tailored to your goals
  • 🏙️ Involvement in diverse planning and EIA projects
The Role

As Senior Ecologist, you’ll play a leading role in delivering high-quality ecological input across a variety of projects, from initial site surveys to planning submissions and beyond.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Leading and undertaking Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs)
  • Managing and coordinating field surveys, site work and reporting
  • Providing robust ecological advice and input to planning teams and clients
  • Mentoring and supporting junior ecologists in the field and on project work
  • Supporting the integration of ecology into EIA and multi-disciplinary projects
About You
  • Proven experience in ecological consultancy or similar
  • Strong field skills and experience with PEAs and PRAs
  • Confident in report writing and communicating with planners, clients and stakeholders
  • Ability to manage and deliver projects independently
  • A passion for mentoring and supporting junior team members
  • Full driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the South East
  • Bonus Skills (Desirable, Not Essential):
    • Protected species licence(s)
    • Experience contributing to EIA chapters or biodiversity net gain assessments

Be Part of Something Meaningful. This is a rare opportunity to join a small, growing team where your voice will be heard, your expertise valued, and your career truly supported.

📩 Interested? Apply today or contact us for a confidential chat.

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