Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Senior Ecologist
£41,000 – £50,000
Northampton
We're working with an established environmental consultancy seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to join their expanding team based near Northampton. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a respected business that delivers ecological expertise on a wide variety of development and infrastructure projects throughout the UK. As a Senior Ecologist, you'll have the opportunity to lead projects, support junior team members and work closely with clients to deliver practical ecological solutions.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with regular reviews
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Paid professional memberships and CPD support
- Private healthcare package
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Diverse and interesting project portfolio
The role:
- Plan and undertake ecological surveys and site assessments
- Prepare high-quality technical reports and ecological documentation
- Manage projects, budgets and client relationships
- Provide ecological advice throughout the planning process
- Mentor junior ecologists and contribute to team development
Requirements:
- Experience working as a Senior Ecologist or at a similar level within consultancy
- Excellent report writing and project management skills
- CIEEM membership or eligibility to join
- Protected species survey licences are advantageous
- Full UK driving licence
- Full right to work in the UK
- Must live in or within a reasonable commute of the Northampton office
- Comfortable travelling to sites as required
If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
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