Senior Ecologist – Worthing, West Sussex
We are a growing firm in Lizard Landscape Design & Ecology, seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our Worthing office on the Sussex coast. You’ll work with landscape architects, planners and arboricultural specialists on diverse projects across multiple sectors.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Leading surveys, technical reports and licence applications.
* Preparing mitigation strategies and reviewing ecological work.
* Liaising confidently with clients and project teams.
* Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues.
* Contributing to varied and meaningful projects across the region.
Qualifications
* Full (or eligible) CIEEM membership.
* At least one protected species licence, ideally bat and/or dormouse.
* Experience with PEA, EcIA, BNG calculations and UKHab assessments.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
* EPS licence experience (desirable but not essential).
Benefits and Working Environment
* Hybrid working and a brand-new office with coastal and South Downs views.
* Salary sacrifice electric car scheme.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Free flu jabs.
* 24 days holiday + bank holidays.
* Enhanced pension scheme.
* Quarterly socials, and a warm, collaborative team.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re passionate about ecology and looking for a role where you can grow, collaborate, and enjoy your work, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV to recruitment@lizardlandscape.co.uk and help us shape healthier landscapes and better ecological outcomes.
We’re proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and are committed to creating a friendly, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you have the skills and passion, we’d genuinely love to hear from you. We’re not able to offer sponsorship at this time, so you’ll need the right to work in the UK for this role.
No agencies please.
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