We hav e an exciting opportunity for an experienced Ecologist to join an established, top AJ100 Consultancy in Wakefield. About the job: This growing consultancy has a strong reputation for deliverability and design, working on projects throughout the UK with a strong presence in the North. They boast a wide range of clients and projects across multiple sectors, and a range of sister companies to enable them to complete the majority of work on all projects. As Senior or Principal Ecologist your role will include leading and managing: Extended phase 1 habitat/UK Habitat surveys Protected species surveys Mitigation proposals and habitat creation schemes Collaboration with the landscape team to support Biodiversity Net Gain Supervising projects under EPS licences for bats and great crested newts Technical reports for planning submission BREEAM Assessments, Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments Involvement with EIA Salary & Benefits: This salary offers a competitive salary circa £32,000 - £45,000 (experience dependent), plus: Flexible / hybrid working 25 days annual leave Annual professional subscriptions paid Workplace pension scheme Generous TOIL scheme Annual tailored training opportunities Excellent employee driven working environment About you: To apply for this role you will need: A degree level qualification in a relevant field, with CIEEM membership Protected species licences (Ideally GCN and Level 2 Bat Licence, or Level 1 and working towards) Substantial habitat and protected species surveying knowledge/experience, with good knowledge of mitigation alongside previous submission of development licences Excellent knowledge of wildlife legislation and the planning process Strong understanding/experience of BNG assessments using Defra metric Experience preparing Ecological Impact Assessments and Ecology chapters used towards EIA (desirable) Competent computer skills including QGIS mapping and bat call analysis software Project Management and fee quoting experience, with strong report writing skills Self motivation, effective communication skills and an ability to manage and lead a team How to apply: For more information, a confidential conversation, or to apply, please click Apply Now or contact Greenbridge Recruitment on: 01638 358 394 or infogreenbridge-recruitment.co.uk You can also find us on Linkedin