Senior Ecologist - Remote North West

Allen & York Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK seeks a Senior Ecology Consultant to join their Ecology team. This hybrid role involves planning ecological surveys, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Ecology or a related field, alongside experience in ecological consulting. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered to support your career development.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Membership of CIEEM is required.
• Comprehensive experience in ecological consulting is needed.
• Full UK driving licence needed for the role.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage ecological surveys and mitigation strategies.
• Prepare technical reports following CIEEM guidelines.
• Guide and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Ecological legislation knowledge

Strong communication

Field skills in habitats

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Tools

Natural England licences

Job description

Overview

Senior Ecology Consultant

Competitive salary

North West, UK - hybrid/remote working

Allen & York are excited to be working with a highly regarded, purpose-driven consultancy, committed to protecting people and the planet. Predominately working in the private sector, our client provides risk mitigation services through inspection, assessment and advisory services, collaborating on interesting projects in a variety of different sectors, to include logistics, education and renewable energy.

Our client is looking for a commercially aware Senior Ecology Consultant to join the successful and growing Ecology team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage ecological surveys and mitigation strategies from start to finish.
• Demonstrate strong field skills across a range of habitats and protected species.
• Prepare concise, technical reports in line with CIEEM guidelines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues; guide and mentor junior team members.
• Manage client relationships, liaising effectively with clients, contractors, statutory consultees and the public.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of ecological legislation and planning policy; experience with BNG and BREEAM.

Qualifications

• Membership of CIEEM.
• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related field.
• Comprehensive experience in ecological consulting.
• Strong communication and reporting skills with ability to convey technical information clearly.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for the role.
• A level 1 or above Bat and/or GCN Natural England licences would be advantageous.

Benefits

In return for your specialist skills and experience, you will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package, with the opportunity to develop your career, working with a team of like-minded individuals with a shared set of values and a clear purpose.

About us

Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all. Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. Let\'s help build a better world, together.