We are working with an established environmental consultancy looking to appoint a Senior Ecologist to join its growing team in Brighton.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Ecologist looking to take on greater responsibility, work on a varied portfolio of projects and continue developing their technical and project management skills.
The successful candidate will be involved in a mixture of development, infrastructure and environmental projects, with opportunities to contribute to ecological assessments, biodiversity improvements and long-term habitat management.
The Role
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Manage ecological projects from initial surveys through to reporting, planning and mitigation.
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Prepare and review technical reports, including PEAs, EcIAs and ecological inputs to Environmental Statements.
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Coordinate ecological surveys and oversee fieldwork programmes.
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Provide ecological advice to clients, planners and wider project teams.
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Support Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and habitat enhancement schemes.
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Assist with protected species licensing and mitigation strategies.
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Manage project budgets, timescales and client relationships.
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Support and mentor junior members of the ecology team.
About You
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Previous experience working within an ecological consultancy.
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Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, planning requirements and ecological assessment processes.
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Experience delivering PEAs, EcIAs and protected species surveys.
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Good understanding of UKHab and Biodiversity Net Gain.
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Comfortable managing projects and communicating directly with clients.
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CIEEM membership or working towards membership.
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A protected species licence would be advantageous but is not essential.
What's on Offer?
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Salary of £38,000 – £46,000, depending on experience.
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Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
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Annual bonus opportunities.
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Generous annual leave allowance.
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Enhanced pension contributions.
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Private healthcare and additional wellbeing benefits.
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Paid professional memberships and ongoing training.
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Clear opportunities for career progression.
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A supportive team with access to a varied and interesting project portfolio.
This position would suit an established Senior Ecologist or an experienced Ecologist ready to progress into a more senior role.
Interested in finding out more?
Contact Embankment Group for a confidential discussion about the opportunity.
