Senior Ecologist

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Senior Ecologist

Location: Leeds (Office-Based with Flexible Working)
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 DOE
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Our client is an established and highly regarded ecological consultancy delivering pragmatic, high-quality environmental solutions across the UK. With a strong presence in the north of England and a growing project portfolio, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Ecologist to join their Leeds-based team.

This role offers the opportunity to lead ecological projects from inception to delivery while playing a key role in mentoring junior staff and supporting the continued growth of the consultancy.

What's On Offer

Competitive salary of £30,000 - £45,000 DOE

Leeds-based role with flexible working arrangements

Varied workload across interesting and meaningful projects

Supportive team culture with clear progression opportunities

Ongoing professional development and training support

The Role

As a Senior Ecologist, you will be responsible for:

Leading and managing a range of ecological projects across development and infrastructure sectors

Undertaking and overseeing a variety of ecological surveys (including Phase 1 / UKHab, protected species where licensed)

Producing and reviewing high-quality technical reports, including PEAs, EcIAs, and method statements

Providing clear, pragmatic ecological advice to clients, planners, and stakeholders

Mentoring and supporting junior ecologists and graduates

Supporting project delivery, programming, and client relationships

Ensuring work is delivered in line with current legislation, best practice, and health & safety requirements

About You

You are likely to have:

A degree (or higher) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline

Proven experience in a consultancy environment at Senior Ecologist level (or ready to step up)

Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy

Experience with UKHab surveys and ecological impact assessment

One or more protected species licences (desirable but not essential)

Membership (or eligibility) of CIEEM

A full UK driving licence

Contact: James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment
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Location:
Leeds
Salary:
£30,000 - £45,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Consulting

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