Overview
Join to apply for the Senior Ecologist role at Southern Ecological Solutions (SES). This full-time, permanent position offers a hybrid working model, based at our Essex office. SES is a forward-thinking member of the RSK Group, delivering ecological consultancy with a focus on sustainable outcomes.
Your Role
Are you an experienced ecologist eager to lead and innovate? SES is looking for a skilled Senior Ecologists to join our expanding team. You will lead and mentor colleagues, manage complex projects, and deliver high-quality ecological services that support planning and development projects.
Responsibilities
* Leadership & Mentorship: Lead and mentor junior ecologists, fostering professional growth and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
* Advanced Ecological Surveys: Conduct and oversee a variety of complex field surveys, providing expert guidance and ensuring adherence to project timelines.
* Strategic Project Management: Manage a portfolio of projects, from large-scale developments to intricate mitigation strategies, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction.
* Client Relations: Cultivate strong relationships with clients, understand their needs, and provide bespoke ecological solutions that exceed expectations.
* Compliance & Reporting: Ensure all projects comply with current legislation and best practice guidelines, producing detailed reports to support planning applications and development projects.
* Team Collaboration: Engage with the wider SES team, promoting collaboration and maintaining SES standards.
Qualifications & Experience
* Relevant Degree: Degree in ecology or related field, or significant experience in professional ecological consultancy.
* Chartership: Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
* Proven Experience: Track record in managing multiple or complex projects and delivering high-quality ecological surveys.
* Ecological Expertise: In-depth understanding of ecology, legislation and advanced survey techniques, with a focus on protected species and habitat management.
* Botanical & Habitat Skills: Enhanced botanical identification and habitat assessment skills, with ability to assist and develop complex ecological surveys.
* Strategic Planning Knowledge: Understanding of planning policies and their implications for development projects.
* Licensing Proficiency: Experience navigating protected species licensing processes and advising clients on mitigation strategies.
What We Offer
* Competitive Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
* Birthday Leave: A day off to celebrate your birthday.
* Life Assurance: Life assurance coverage.
* Pension Contributions: Pension plan contributions.
* Generous Holiday Allowance: 20 days plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year to a maximum of 28 days.
* Private Medical Insurance: Private medical insurance coverage.
* Flexible Benefits Programme: Options to buy additional holidays, health cash plans, and discounted gym memberships.
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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