Senior Ecologist

We're working with a forward-thinking environmental consultancy that’s looking to welcome a Senior Ecologist to their team. If you’re someone who enjoys getting stuck into meaningful work, leading with purpose, and mentoring others along the way — this could be the role for you.

Why this role?

This isn’t your typical 9-5 consultancy setup. You’ll be joining a business that genuinely values balance, offers a 4-day working week (on full pay), and encourages honest conversations, collaboration, and career growth.

You’ll be a key figure in a well-established ecology team — working closely with colleagues in landscape and arboriculture — delivering exciting, varied projects that make a real difference on the ground.

What you'll be doing day-to-day:

• Managing and delivering ecological projects across a range of sectors

• Building trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders

• Carrying out Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and Ecological Impact Assessments

• Leading on Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and Habitat Regulations Assessments

• Designing, managing and reviewing protected species surveys and mitigation strategies

• Supporting junior team members with mentoring and development

• Contributing to business development and winning new work

It’s a varied role where no two days are the same — you might be out on site one day and collaborating on strategy or mentoring junior ecologists the next.

What we’re looking for:

• A strong background in ecology or biological sciences

• Membership of CIEEM (ideally working toward Chartership)

• Solid understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy

• Strong technical skills in habitat and species surveys, particularly UKHab

• One or more protected species licences would be a bonus

• A confident communicator — written and spoken — with experience dealing with clients and planning authorities

• Someone who’s comfortable managing projects from start to finish, including timelines and budgets

• A team player who enjoys lifting others up and working across disciplines

• A full UK driving licence

What’s in it for you?

• 4-day working week on a 5-day salary (yes, really)

• A culture that values people, not just productivity

• A team that celebrates wins and supports each other when it matters

• Freedom to grow your own client base and shape your own role

• Interesting, impactful projects that keep you on your toes

If you're a Senior Ecologist ready for your next step — somewhere you can lead, grow, and still have time to breathe — we’d love to hear from you.