My client are seeking seasoned ecology experts with significant consulting backgrounds to lead technically and mentor their talented team. You'll need a strong history in consultancy, including bringing in business, managing clients and projects, and deep technical knowledge. Working with our directors, you'll be key in growing our ecology services and maintaining our high standards.
We need someone who has several years field experience.
Ideally, you're a Chartered Ecologist with full CIEEM membership. You've managed ecology teams before. This means guiding and giving feedback, helping people grow professionally, and making sure everyone's safe and well.
You're a pro at project management. We want someone who can help us win new work and expand our team and services in the area.
You really know your stuff when it comes to UK and EU environmental laws and planning rules. You're good at reviewing technical reports and helping the team improve. You've created and checked high-quality technical reports. You have a strong, current understanding of things like Biodiversity Net Gain, impact assessments, survey methods, and the DEFRA calculators. You'll take the lead in hiring, evaluating performance, and recommending deserving team members for raises and promotions. You'll spot talent and help it advance.
You'll be the go-to person for clear communication and expert advice for clients, stakeholders, and environmental authorities. You gather information and give helpful feedback to help everyone improve. You'll bridge the gap between leadership and the team, helping set our direction and reinforcing our company values. You'll champion the team's professional growth, working with senior staff to track progress and meet industry standards. You'll build connections across different fields and promote the wider services of our company, working together to find the best solutions. You'll help us find, bid for, and win new projects, working closely with directors and operations.