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Senior Ecologist

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Brindle & Green Ltd

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United Kingdom , Derby

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Salary:

33000.00 - 40000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Ecologist to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ecologist with at least 4 years of professional experience to take a leading role in delivering high-quality ecological services across a range of projects. You will be involved in all aspects of project delivery, from initial scoping and fieldwork through to complex report writing and client liaison.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead and deliver complex ecological reports, including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments
  • Support and manage the development and submission of European Protected Species Mitigation (EPSM) licences and other relevant permits
  • Manage strategic ecological input on a range of projects, including multi-disciplinary schemes alongside our inhouse team of Landscape architects, Arboricultural, Drainage and Heritage consultants
  • Undertake and oversee ecological surveys, data analysis, and interpretation
  • Mentor and support junior staff, leading a small team of consultants within the wider Ecology department
  • Contribute to quoting, tendering, and proposal writing
  • Maintain strong working knowledge of UK and European wildlife legislation and planning policy
  • Liaise with clients, statutory bodies, and stakeholders to ensure high standards of service and compliance

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 4 years’ professional experience in ecological consultancy or a related field
  • Proven ability in technical report writing, including BNG and mitigation licensing
  • Demonstrated project management experience, with a focus on client liaison
  • Hold at least one protected species survey licence (e.g., bat, great crested newt, dormouse)
  • Associate or Full membership of CIEEM – or working towards this
  • Strong knowledge of UK ecology, legislation, and planning policy

Nice to have:

  • Staff management or mentoring experience
  • Proficiency in GIS or other mapping software
  • Full UK (manual) driving licence and willingness to travel for fieldwork as required
What we offer:
  • TOIL
  • extended holiday and company bank holidays
  • Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
  • strong existing management structure to support career development
  • Length of service reward package including private healthcare, additional leave and personalised gifts
  • A welcoming office in a stunning rural location in the Derbyshire countryside
  • access to a fleet of brand-new company cars provided

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 06, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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