Opportunity: An expanding environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join its dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled ecologist to lead fieldwork programs, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the growth and development of a busy consultancy. The organisation works across sectors including residential, commercial, education, renewable energy, transport infrastructure, and local development planning. The role offers exposure to a wide range of projects, opportunities for leadership development, and involvement in client liaison and business development activities. Responsibilities: * Lead the implementation of fieldwork schedules, including habitat and protected species surveys. * Produce high-quality technical outputs, including Phase 1 reports, Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), protected species survey reports, and ecological mitigation/enhancement plans. * Review technical content prepared by junior staff and provide guidance and mentoring. * Manage a portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery within agreed timeframes and budgets. * Liaise with clients and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery. * Contribute to bid preparation and business development opportunities. * Provide technical support and guidance to junior team members. Requirements: Essential * Degree-level qualification in ecology or a related discipline. * Membership or chartership with CIEEM or a similar professional institute. * Extensive experience in ecological surveys, including habitat surveys and protected species surveys. * Experience producing high-quality technical reports and outputs. * Natural England survey licences for at least two species/groups. * Excellent communication skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders. * Valid UK driving licence and flexibility to work on-site as required. Desirable * MSc or PhD in ecology or a related discipline. * Experience obtaining European Protected Species Mitigation (EPSM) licences and drafting EPSM applications. * Experience contributing to Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs) and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRAs). * Experience using GIS software, particularly ArcGIS. * Experience working with other environmental disciplines. * Business development experience in the ecological sector, including bid preparation and sales. Benefits: * Opportunities to develop leadership and business development skills. * Dedicated professional development budget and CIEEM membership support. * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Contributory pension and private medical insurance. * 31 days annual leave, plus your birthday off. If you think you have the required experience to fit this role, please click ‘Apply’ below to submit your cv for review. If you have any questions about this or other roles, contact Euan McLeod on 02079602552. We also offer �250 for successfully placed referrals, so if you have any friends/colleagues that are looking for work, put them in touch!