Senior Ecologist | 10 mins from Brighton (Hybrid) | Full Time (Flexible/Hybrid) | £35,000–£45,000 DOE What's in it for you? Join a friendly, professional, and growing team of around 20 people in a relaxed, supportive environment. Based in the stunning South Downs, you'll enjoy a diverse and autonomous workload alongside excellent opportunities for career development. We offer: Competitive salary (£35k–£45k, DOE) starting bonus for direct applicants Flexible and hybrid working (typically 1–2 WFH days/week, 1-2 on-site, 1-2 in the office) Established TOIL system for evening/night survey work Private medical insurance Contributory pension Payment of CIEEM membership/professional subscriptions professional development budget 31 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, plus your birthday off Access to a car club / daily rental account Travel expenses covered A friendly, collaborative culture where your wellbeing is prioritised A varied workload across residential, commercial, education, renewable energy, transport and planning sectors Are you the right person for the job? We're seeking a well-rounded, confident Senior Ecologist who can work with a high level of independence and produce excellent technical outputs with minimal supervision. You must have: A relevant degree (BSc/MSc preferred – lived experience considered) Strong botanical ID skills (minimum FISC Level 3) A solid working knowledge of UK ecological legislation Experience delivering high-quality ecological reports Natural England survey licence(s) for at least one protected species/group Membership or Chartership with CIEEM (non-negotiable) Full UK driving licence and use of your own vehicle (hire available if needed) Flexibility for travel and occasional overnight stays Ability to communicate clearly with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders Highly desirable: EPSM licence experience or experience drafting EPSM applications EcIA/HRA contributions GIS experience (ArcGIS) What will your role look like? This is a mixed, varied role combining technical fieldwork, ecological appraisal, reporting, and client engagement. Typical responsibilities include: Leading ecological surveys, including botanical and protected species work Managing and delivering preliminary ecological appraisals end-to-end Producing high-quality ecological reports, mitigation plans, and recommendations Managing your own portfolio of projects and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery Acting as day-to-day client contact and representing the team professionally Supporting, guiding, and mentoring junior ecologists Identifying opportunities and contributing to bids Working Style & Travel Projects are primarily located across the South East Travel to various sites is required; occasional overnight stays Workload varies seasonally Typical week: mix of office, site, and home-working days (1–2 each) Some night-time survey work (supported by TOIL) What's next? It's easy! Click “APPLY” now! We can't wait to hear from you! Your data will be handled in line with GDPR