Principal Ecologist

Principal Ecologist
Location: East England (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Are you an experienced ecologist ready to lead and inspire a team? This is your opportunity to take on a Principal Ecologist role with a well-established and highly respected consultancy based in Essex. Contribute to the region's most ambitious projects while enjoying hybrid working and exceptional professional development opportunities.

• Impactful Leadership: Guide major ecological and environmental outcomes.
• Expert Team: Lead and collaborate with a talented group of ecologists.
• Flexible Working: Manage a blend of fieldwork, office tasks, and remote working.

• Project Leadership: Oversee complex ecological projects from inception to completion.
• Technical Expertise: Provide advanced ecological guidance and quality assurance.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships, offering expert advice.
• Team Development: Mentor and support junior ecologists, fostering growth and excellence.
• Regulatory Oversight: Ensure compliance with ecological legislation and best practices.

• Qualifications: A degree in ecology or a related field (postgraduate preferred).
• Experience: Extensive background in ecological consultancy, including protected species surveys and mitigation.
• Licences: Protected species licence(s).
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage projects and guide teams effectively.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of UK ecological legislation and planning policy.
• Ambition: A drive to deliver innovative solutions and lead by example.

• Competitive Salary: £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience.
• Exceptional Benefits: Private medical insurance, a generous pension, and more.
• Time Off: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, birthday leave, and increasing allowance with tenure.
• Flexibility: Hybrid working options tailored to your needs.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to shape the direction of the consultancy and your career.

Join a forward-thinking consultancy where your leadership and passion for ecology will make a lasting difference.

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