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Job Title:\n\nSenior / Principal Ecologist\n\nSalary: £(phone number removed)\n\nLocation: UK (flexible - offices across Cambridge and Peterborough)\n\nType: Permanent | Hybrid working available\n\nAbout the Role:\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity for an experienced ecologist to lead and deliver high-quality ecological input across a wide range of projects. You'll take ownership of ecological assessments, habitat design and nature recovery work, collaborating across disciplines to deliver nature-positive outcomes.\n\nAs a senior member of the ecology team, you'll guide projects from inception to completion, provide technical direction, and play a key role in mentoring junior colleagues and maintaining client relationships.\n\nAbout the Client:\n\nOur client is a leading consultancy delivering transformative environmental and infrastructure projects across the UK. Their 130-strong ecology team includes some of the most respected professionals in the industry - from Fellows of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) to its current President.\n\nThey pride themselves on a flexible, inclusive and supportive culture where wellbeing and personal growth are at the heart of every decision.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nLead and undertake ecological assessments and habitat design.\nDevelop innovative, pragmatic mitigation and compensation strategies.\nDeliver high-quality ecological reports and outputs in line with best practice.\nAct as project ecology lead, coordinating multidisciplinary input.\nManage tasks, budgets and timelines effectively.\nMentor and support early-career ecologists.\nEngage with clients and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships.

\n\nWhat Our Client is Looking For:\n\nPassion for ecology and nature-positive design.\nSound knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and ecological policy.\nExperience conducting UKHab surveys, PEAs, EcIAs and BNG assessments.\nExcellent report-writing and communication skills.\nStrong botanical identification skills (FISC Level 3+ or equivalent).\nExperience in protected species survey, mitigation and licensing.\nTrack record of managing ecological deliverables and projects.\nMember of CIEEM (or equivalent).\nFull UK driving licence. \n\nWhat Our Client Offers:\n\nCompetitive salary and tailored benefits package.\nHybrid and flexible working arrangements.\nInclusive, supportive working culture.\nExtensive professional development and training opportunities.\nGenuine focus on wellbeing and work-life balance. \n\nEligibility:\n\nApplicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Some projects may require eligibility for UK security clearance (minimum 5 years' UK ).\n\nOpportunity for Growth:\n\nThis role offers a clear progression pathway into leadership and technical specialism within ecology. You'll have the chance to influence -scale projects, shape environmental policy, and mentor the next of ecologists.\n\nWe are an equal opportunity employer and value in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of , , , , , , age, marital status, veteran status, or status

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