Senior Ecologist – Hybrid Role, Lead Biodiversity Projects

Vella Recruitment; Dorking; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consultancy seeks a Senior Ecologist for their Dorking office. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in ecology and a relevant degree, conducting ecological surveys and managing projects. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and is part of a team known for balancing environmental responsibility with commercial needs. Candidates with protected species licenses and CIEEM membership are preferred. Salary ranges from £26,000 to £36,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Ecology.
• Experience in EcIAs, EIAs, and HRAs.
• Desirable: protected species licences.
• Membership or eligibility of CIEEM.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and lead on ecological surveys, habitat assessments, and biodiversity audits.
• Project management within ecology projects.

Skills

Ecological surveys

Habitat assessments

Biodiversity audits

Project management

Education

Ecology degree or related field

Job description

An environmental consultancy seeks a Senior Ecologist for their Dorking office. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in ecology and a relevant degree, conducting ecological surveys and managing projects. The role offers hybrid working arrangements and is part of a team known for balancing environmental responsibility with commercial needs. Candidates with protected species licenses and CIEEM membership are preferred. Salary ranges from £26,000 to £36,000 depending on experience.