Senior to Associate Ecologist

Senior to Associate Ecologist

Ready for your next step in Ecology – and fancy a 4-day working week on 5-day pay?

I’m working with a fantastic, forward-thinking environmental consultancy in Birmingham that is looking to strengthen its Ecology team with experienced Senior to Associate-level Ecologists.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants more than just another consultancy role. You’ll join a collaborative, people-focused business where you can take real ownership of projects, develop client relationships, mentor others and progress your career – while genuinely having more time outside of work.

The opportunity will involve:

• Leading and managing a varied portfolio of ecological projects.
• PEAs, EcIAs, HRAs and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
• Protected species surveys, licensing and mitigation strategies.
• Managing projects, budgets and client relationships.
• Reviewing technical reports and ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Supporting and mentoring junior Ecologists.
• Working closely with Landscape, Arboriculture and other environmental specialists.
• At Principal/Associate level, helping develop client relationships, win work and shape the growth of the team.

What they’re looking for:

• Consultancy experience within UK Ecology.
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.
• Experience managing ecological projects and producing/reviewing technical reports.
• Strong survey skills, ideally including UKHab and protected species.
• CIEEM membership, ideally working towards Chartership.
• Protected species licence(s) would be advantageous.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills.
• An interest in mentoring, leadership and business development as you progress.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• 4-day working week – 80% of the time for 100% of the pay.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working – typically around 2 days per week office/site based.
• Excellent progression from Senior through to Principal and Associate.
• Genuine opportunity to take on leadership responsibility.
• Varied and interesting project portfolio.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture.
• Birmingham-based opportunity.

If you’re an experienced Ecologist in the Midlands who feels ready for more responsibility, better progression and a working week that gives you some of your life back, I’d love to have a confidential chat.

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