Your new company
This is a well-established ecological consultancy operating across the UK, providing expert advice and practical solutions for a wide range of projects; from small-scale developments to major infrastructure schemes. The team combines deep ecological expertise with a commercially minded approach, helping clients navigate planning requirements and achieve sustainable outcomes.
They have offices in Devon, the North West and East Midlands.
You'll be part of a passionate, collaborative team that values professional development. They boast a friendly and laid-back culture that will provide you with a lot of autonomy in your role.
Your new role
You'll work from their Devon-based office, leading a small team of junior members of staff. Eventually, you'll have input on recruitment to further grow the Devon Team. Some key responsibilities include…
* Leading a diverse range of habitat and protected species surveys
* Producing high-quality reports, including PEAs, EcIAs, and management plans
* Providing planning, mitigation, and licencing advice to clients
* Mentoring junior consultants and contributing to team development
* Working with purpose-led clients across sectors such as infrastructure, energy and residential
* Driving innovation in biodiversity net gain, nature-based solutions, and ecological strategy
What you'll need to succeed
* Proven confidence and experience in environmental consultancy
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team, sometimes in remote locations
* The ability to plan, manage and deliver ecological surveys / projects
* Full UK driving licence and use of a car.
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Experience preparing fee proposals.
* Experience undertaking risk assessments.
* Be able to manage and analyse data.
* Experience using GIS Mapping (ideal)
* Holder of a protected species licence (ideal)
What you'll get in return
* Annual salary of £35,000 - £50,000 (Depending on your level of experience)
* Full travel reimbursement
* Flexibility and Hybrid working
* Generous holiday allowance (a minimum of 25 days exclusive of Bank Holidays and Christmas closure).
* Unlimited learning and career development opportunities.
* Work on a wide variety of exciting projects
* Cycle to work scheme
* Great culture with frequent office social events
What you need to do now
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