Director of Ecology Natural Capital & BNG Southampton Looking for a role where strategy, leadership and commercial thinking sit at the heart of delivery? Focussing on Natural Capital and BNG youll play a pivotal role in directing and expanding strategic ecology services across rural, planning and development projects, helping clients unlock long term value while balancing environmental and commercial priorities.
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This is a unique opportunity to join a market leader in a developing team at Director level, working at the forefront of environmental policy, biodiversity strategy and land-use decision making.
Whats in it for you? Competitive senior-level salary package Highly competitive performance bonus scheme Car allowance (DOE) Generous annual leave option to purchase extra days Enhanced pension Car allowance Private healthcare Life assurance Sharesave/Share incentive plan Recommend a friend scheme Long service awards/annual leave Market-leading paid Paternity & Maternity leave Cycle to work scheme World-class training opportunities Discount on 1000s of retailers The Role Youll be responsible for directing and expanding the delivery of strategic ecology services across Rural, Planning and Development teams.
Your work will include: Providing strategic ecological advice to rural and urban clients, embedding nature within economic growth Advising on evolving environmental policy, including BNG Driving new business opportunities and improving operational efficiency Leading ecological due diligence across complex projects Peer reviewing ecological documentation, including BNG assessments Overseeing Environmental Statements and Habitat Regulations Assessments Coordinating ecological services delivered by third-party consultants Building strong relationships with stakeholders, environmental NGOs and Local Planning Authorities Youll be helping clients navigate policy change while ensuring ecological delivery remains commercially sound, practical and future-focused.
This role is about leadership, influence and providing commercially astute ecological advice that shapes long-term environmental and development outcomes.
About You Significant experience delivering strategic ecology within consultancy, rural practice or development Strong understanding of BNG and current environmental policy CIEEM and CEnv qualified Proven ability to provide high-level, commercially focused ecological advice Experience reviewing technical documentation and complex assessments Confident engaging with regulators, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams A natural leader who can grow services, develop relationships and drive innovation Whats Next? For an informal discussion, call me, Simon on and we can talk through the role, team and opportunity in more detail.
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What happens after I apply? Youll be contacted by one of our sector specialists wholl talk through your background, interests, and goals.
Well make sure the role is right for you and support you through each stage of the process.
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