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Senior Ecologist

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 DOE
Location: UK-based (hybrid working available)

Our client is an ambitious and well-regarded environmental consultancy delivering ecology, sustainability and environmental planning services to some of the UK's most interesting development and infrastructure projects. With continued growth across their ecology team, they are now looking for a Senior Ecologist who wants more than just another consultancy role.

This position offers the chance to step into a trusted technical and project-leading role, where your expertise will directly influence project outcomes and the direction of the ecology team.

Why this role stands out

You won't just be running surveys and writing reports. You'll be working alongside planners, engineers and environmental specialists to shape developments in a way that genuinely benefits biodiversity. You'll have the freedom to bring your ideas to the table, improve processes and help mentor the next generation of ecologists.

What you'll be doing

Taking ownership of ecological projects from initial survey through to final delivery

Leading habitat and protected species surveys across a wide variety of sites

Producing and reviewing technical reports, including PEAs and EcIAs

Advising clients and project teams on ecological risk, constraints and opportunities

Supporting and guiding junior staff in the field and in the office

What our client is looking for

A degree in Ecology or a closely related subject

Solid experience in ecological consultancy

Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy

Confidence in managing projects and dealing directly with clients

Protected species licences (bats, GCN or similar)

A full UK driving licence

What's on offer

£30,000 - £40,000 DOE

Flexible and hybrid working

Support with licences, CPD and career progression

A friendly, knowledgeable and collaborative team

The chance to work on varied and genuinely interesting projects

Please contact James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment