Location:
Leeds
Salary:
£70,000–£75,000 per annum
Job Type:
Permanent | Full-Time
Working Pattern:
Hybrid / Flexible Working
Job Description
We are recruiting for an experienced Associate Director – Ecology to join an established and growing environmental consultancy in Leeds.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious ecology professional looking to take the next step in their career, combining technical leadership, commercial responsibility and team development.
You will play a key role in shaping the direction of the ecology team, overseeing the delivery of complex projects, developing client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the business.
Working alongside experienced environmental specialists, you will have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, mentor talented ecologists and contribute to a varied portfolio of projects across the UK.
The Role
As Associate Director, you will take responsibility for leading and developing ecological services, ensuring high standards of technical delivery while supporting the commercial and strategic objectives of the business.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leading, mentoring and developing a team of ecology professionals.
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Overseeing the delivery of complex ecological assessments and multidisciplinary projects.
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Providing technical direction and quality assurance across EcIA, EIA, HRA and protected species assessments.
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Managing project budgets, commercial performance and resource allocation.
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Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
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Identifying new business opportunities and supporting bids, tenders and proposals.
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Supporting recruitment, team development and succession planning.
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Working collaboratively with senior leadership to drive business growth and strategic development.
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Promoting technical excellence, innovation and best practice across the ecology discipline.
About You
We are looking for an experienced ecological consultant with a strong technical background, proven leadership abilities and a commercially focused approach.
Ideally, you will have:
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Extensive experience within ecological consultancy, ideally at Principal, Associate or Associate Director level.
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A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
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Strong knowledge of UK ecological legislation, planning policy and environmental assessment processes.
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Experience delivering and overseeing EcIA, EIA, HRA and other complex ecological assessments.
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Demonstrable experience managing and developing teams.
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Strong commercial awareness, including project budgeting, financial management and business development.
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Experience building and maintaining relationships with key clients.
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Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
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Full membership of CIEEM (MCIEEM), or equivalent professional standing, would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
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Competitive salary of £70,000–£75,000 per annum.
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A senior leadership position with genuine influence over business direction.
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Opportunities to lead and develop an established ecology team.
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Exposure to high-profile, technically challenging projects.
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Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
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Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression.
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The chance to influence commercial growth, technical standards and the future of ecological consultancy services.
Interested?
If you're an experienced ecology professional looking for an Associate Director opportunity where you can make a genuine impact, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Embankment Group for a confidential discussion.
We welcome enquiries from experienced Principal Ecologists, Associate Ecologists, Ecology Team Leaders and existing Associate Directors considering their next career move.
