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Job summary
A mission-driven Consultancy seeks an experienced Senior Biodiversity Ecologist to lead ecology projects, engage clients, and enhance biodiversity outcomes. The role requires expertise in ecological consultancy, strong project management skills, and knowledge of UK biodiversity policy. Offering a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and career progression opportunities. Connect with us for a confidential discussion.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Strong experience in ecology consultancy with project and client management.
- Proficiency in ecological survey methodologies and protected species licensing.
- Knowledge of UK biodiversity policy and natural capital principles.
Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver ecology projects while ensuring high-quality outputs.
- Conduct ecological surveys, including UKHab and PEA.
- Prepare technical reports and conduct BNG calculations.
- Liaise with clients and stakeholders providing expert ecological advice.
Skills
Education
Join a mission-led Ecology & Sustainability Consultancy committed to enhancing biodiversity beyond policy and legislative requirements. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Biodiversity Ecologist to lead projects, engage with clients, and drive positive biodiversity outcomes.
Location: London, Flexible Home Working Arrangements Available
- Project Management: Lead and deliver ecology projects from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality outputs and meeting fee targets.
- Fieldwork & Surveys: Undertake and lead ecological surveys, including UKHab, Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), and bat surveys.
- Reporting & Assessments: Prepare technical reports, including PEAs, BIAs, BREEAM Ecology Credit Assessments, EcIAs, HRAs, and protected species reports.
- Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG): Conduct BNG calculations using Defra Metric 4.0 and contribute to biodiversity enhancement strategies.
- Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with clients, consultants, and external stakeholders to provide expert ecological advice.
- Business Development: Contribute to tender production, client liaison, and commercial growth activities.
- Team Support & Leadership: Provide mentoring and support to junior team members and collaborate on larger projects.
- Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field (MSc desirable).
- CIEEM membership (Associate, working towards Full Membership).
- Strong experience in ecological consultancy, including project and client management.
- Proficiency in ecological survey methodologies and protected species licensing.
- Strong report writing skills and ability to interpret ecological data.
- Knowledge of UK biodiversity policy, legislation, and natural capital principles.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Competitive salary & benefits package.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Career progression opportunities within a growing consultancy.
- Training and CPD support.
- Engaging, purpose-driven work environment.
If you're looking to take the next step in your ecology career and work on meaningful projects that drive biodiversity enhancement, we'd love to hear from you! Contact [Jeremy Money – jeremy@jsm-associates.co.uk | 01934 312 155] for a confidential discussion
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