Senior Ecology Director — Lead High-Impact Projects

Cobalt Recruitment; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Flexible working options

Ongoing training and career development

Supportive culture within an employee-owned business

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Exeter is seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead complex ecological projects and manage a talented team. The role involves providing strategic leadership, overseeing technical outputs, and fostering client relations. Ideal candidates should have extensive consultancy experience and a relevant degree. This position offers flexibility, ongoing training, and the opportunity to impact meaningful environmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• Extensive consultancy experience at senior level.
• Proven staff management and leadership skills.
• Full membership of CIEEM (Chartered status desirable).

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership as part of the senior management team.
• Lead complex ecological projects, from inception through to delivery.
• Manage and mentor a team of ecologists, supporting professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Ecological project management

Client relations

Technical report preparation

Commercial awareness

Education

Relevant degree in ecology or related subject

Job description

A leading environmental consultancy in Exeter is seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead complex ecological projects and manage a talented team. The role involves providing strategic leadership, overseeing technical outputs, and fostering client relations. Ideal candidates should have extensive consultancy experience and a relevant degree. This position offers flexibility, ongoing training, and the opportunity to impact meaningful environmental initiatives.