Senior Ecologist — Inverness Salary: £40,000–£45,000 + excellent benefitsLocation: Inverness (hybrid / flexible)Hours: 40 hrs/week Start: Jan 2026Role OverviewJoin a mission‑driven environmental consultancy of 10–15 staff as a Senior Ecologist. You’ll help lead a small team, shape your own workload, and deliver diverse fieldwork and technical reporting across peatland restoration, bats, woodland creation, and renewable energy projects throughout Scotland.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and deliver ecological surveys and technical reports (bats, habitats, peatland, GWDTE)Provide occasional ECoW cover (training available)Mentor and manage a team of 2–3 ecologistsBuild and maintain client relationships, contributing to project delivery across wind, housing, and woodland schemesTravel to remote sites including Skye and the Western Isles (air travel provided)Candidate ProfileExperience in ecological consultancy or a related fieldStrong skills in survey methods, data handling, and high‑quality report writingConfident leading teams and mentoring junior staffKnowledge of UK wildlife legislation, planning, and survey standardsFull UK driving licence, with willingness to travel regularly (including air travel to islands)Experience in renewables, housing, or habitat creation is an advantageBenefits & HighlightsCompetitive salary with annual review and target‑linked uplift25 days holiday + 9 statutory holidaysPaid mileage Hybrid working and flexible arrangementsUnique staff development: funded study trips after years 1–3 (Europe, Americas, Asia)Small team culture with genuine influence over projects and company directionApply NowTo apply confidentially, please send your CV and a brief covering note. Applications are reviewed upon receipt.