Principal ecologist

PRINCIPAL ECOLOGIST Principal Ecologist North East, England £46731 A leading local authority is seeking an experienced ecologist to head its ecology team, delivering expert advice on planning, conservation, and biodiversity. This strategic role is key to shaping sustainable development and supporting the city's environmental objectives. The role involves managing a professional ecology service, guiding a skilled team, and working closely with planners, elected members, and partners. The successful candidate will lead ecological projects, contribute to city-wide strategies, and ensure compliance with environmental legislation. They will provide sound ecological advice on planning matters, oversee biodiversity data and evidence, and support the council's goals around climate resilience and nature recovery. Applicants must have a strong background in ecology or a related field, significant relevant experience, and chartered membership of a professional body. Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills are essential, along with the ability to build partnerships and secure external funding. This is a unique chance to lead meaningful ecological work with wide-reaching impact. 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