Senior Ecology Consultant

Ocean to Earth Recruitment is working with a successful and expanding environmental consultancy looking to welcome an experienced Senior Ecologist to its growing team in Manchester or Sheffield.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established, well-respected consultancy that continues to invest in its people, expand its services and create genuine opportunities for career progression.

If you're looking for more responsibility, the chance to develop your technical expertise and a clear pathway towards Principal Ecologist and beyond, this could be an excellent next move.

The Opportunity

You'll join a collaborative ecology team working on a diverse range of projects across the UK, with the support and flexibility to develop your career in the direction that interests you.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading ecological surveys, assessments and technical reporting.

• Managing projects and building strong client relationships.

• Supporting and mentoring junior ecologists.

• Contributing to proposals and multidisciplinary projects.

• Developing your technical specialisms and leadership skills.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working within UK ecological consultancy.

• Strong knowledge of UK habitats, protected species and relevant legislation.

• Experience preparing and reviewing ecological reports.

• Confidence managing projects and supporting colleagues.

• Protected species licences and CIEEM membership would be advantageous.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone enthusiastic about ecology who wants to grow with a successful and ambitious team.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Genuine career progression within an expanding consultancy.

• £35,000 – £40,000 salary plus benefits.

• Hybrid working from Manchester or Sheffield.

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.

• Professional development, mentoring and training.

• Opportunities to develop specialist expertise and move into leadership.

• Supportive colleagues and a positive, collaborative working culture.

• Varied projects making a meaningful contribution to environmental protection and sustainable development.

Interested in Finding Out More?

You don't need to meet every requirement to be considered. If you're an experienced ecologist looking for a supportive employer where you can develop, progress and build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV to vicky@oceantoearth.co.uk for a confidential conversation.

About Ocean to Earth Recruitment

We specialise in connecting environmental professionals with organisations that share their values and career ambitions. We take a personal, considered approach to recruitment, focusing on finding the right long-term fit for both candidates and employers.