Senior Ecologist Salary: £50,000-£69,000 * Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Are you an experienced ecologist looking to take the next step into technical leadership, project ownership, and mentoring? An established environmental consultancy in the South East is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their growing team and support the delivery of high-quality ecological services across a diverse portfolio of projects. This role offers the chance to shape meaningful environmental outcomes, guide junior colleagues, and work on a wide range of habitat and species projects - all within a supportive, progressive, and environmentally driven organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver ecological surveys including Phase 1 & 2 habitat surveys and protected species assessments. Produce PEAs, EcIAs, HRAs, BNG assessments, mitigation strategies, licence applications and RAMS. Liaise with local authorities, statutory bodies, landowners, and project stakeholders. Mentor and support junior ecologists, encouraging technical development and best practice. Attend client meetings, contribute to tenders, and support wider project and business development activity. About You Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. Minimum 6 years' professional ecology experience. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel and occasionally stay away. Full membership of a relevant professional bod...