I'm currently working with a forward-thinking environmental consultancy that's looking to strengthen its Ecology & Biodiversity team with the addition of a Principal Consultant or Associate Director. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced ecologist who's ready to take on a strategic leadership role while continuing to make a real-world impact on projects across Scotland. This organisation takes pride in delivering pragmatic, client-focused advice that balances commercial priorities with meaningful benefits to biodiversity. If you're looking for a role where your leadership and technical skills will be truly valued, this could be the right fit.
Location: Flexible, with the ability to attend the Grangemouth office at least once a week.
Qualifications:
· A BSc and/or MSc in Ecology or a related field
· Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM)
Essential Experience & Skills:
· Proven experience in line management or leading technical teams
· Confident reviewing tenders, fee proposals, and technical reports
· Strong client communication skills – particularly explaining complex ecological issues in plain language
· A sound understanding of the Scottish planning system
· Experience managing budgets and contributing to project success
· Ability to build client relationships through reliability and delivery
· A natural mentor who enjoys supporting junior team members
Desirable (but not essential):
· Holders of protected species licences (e.g., bats, badger, otter, great crested newt, Schedule 1 birds)
· Ornithological survey and mitigation experience
· Experience liaising with statutory stakeholders (e.g., NatureScot, SEPA, local planning authorities)
· A creative mindset for solving novel ecological challenges
What's on offer:
Alongside a competitive salary package based on experience, this role comes with a suite of attractive benefits including:
· Professional membership subscriptions covered
· Bespoke internal and external training and CPD
·33 days holiday (including public holidays) with options to buy or sell days
· Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
· Volunteer day allowance for a cause you care about
· Flexible parental leave options
· Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
· Employee referral incentives