Your newpany
An established environmental consultancy is seeking a motivated and experienced Principal Consultant to lead nature-positive solutions for a diverse portfolio of national clients. The organisation specialises in enhancing biodiversity and delivering Environmental Net Gain (ENG) strategies across sectors including development, infrastructure, retail, and non-profits.
Your new role
You’ll join a collaborative team of environmental professionalsmitted to sustainable placemaking. Your role will focus on designing and delivering ENG services that integrate biodiversity, carbon, nutrient neutrality, and woodland creation into land use and development strategies.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Lead the development and implementation of ENG and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) strategies
2. Deliver onsite, offsite, and strategic assessments for biodiversity, carbon, and nutrient neutrality
3. Oversee ecological surveys, impact assessments, and regulatory submissions (, EcIA, HRA, EIA chapters)
4. Produce and reviewplex technical reports to ensure quality andpliance
5. Manage client relationships and project delivery, including budgets and resources
6. Mentor and train junior consultants, supporting career development
What you'll need to succeed
7. 5+ years in ecology consultancy, with 3+ years in a senior role
8. Proven delivery of ENG projects across biodiversity, carbon, water, air, and placemaking
9. Strong leadership and mentoring experience
10. Deep understanding of BNG metrics, field assessments, and strategic land planning
11. Familiarity with environmental planning systems in England (Scotland/Wales a plus)
12. BSc in environmental discipline + professional membership (, CIEEM, IEMA)
What you'll get in return
13. Dedicated training & development budget
14. Health insurance with virtual GP and wellbeing support
15. Professional membership fees covered
16. Flexible hours + annualised TOIL
17. Office location surrounded by nature
18. Seasonal working hours
19. Performance bonus scheme
20. 22 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off
21. Pension scheme