Senior / Principal Ecologist
Posted Today by Hays
£50,000 Per year
Undetermined
Remote
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Summary: A well-established ecological consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead projects and mentor junior team members in a fully remote capacity. The role involves conducting ecological surveys, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in ecological consultancy and strong communication skills. This position offers flexible working hours and a comprehensive benefits package.
Key Responsibilities:
- Mentoring and managing junior ecologists
- Leading ecological surveys and assessments (e.g., UKHab, protected species, EcIA)
- Providing ecological advice across internal teams and to external clients
- Managing projects and producing technical reports and ecological management plans
- Liaising with stakeholders and regulatory bodies
- Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice
Key Skills:
- Minimum 5 years' experience in ecological consultancy
- At least one protected species licence
- Full membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM - desirable)
- Strong skills in habitat and protected species surveys (PEA, UKHab, BNG, bats, badger, water vole, etc.)
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills
- Experience preparing fee proposals and risk assessments
- Ability to manage and analyse ecological data
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Salary (Rate): £50,000.00 yearly
City: Edinburgh
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Other
Your new company A well-established, fully remote ecological consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join their growing team. Operating across a wide geographic region, the team works on a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from small private developments to large-scale infrastructure and housing schemes.
Your new role As a Senior Ecologist, you'll take on a leadership role within the consultancy, supporting both clients and junior team members.
- Mentoring and managing junior ecologists
- Leading ecological surveys and assessments (e.g., UKHab, protected species, EcIA)
- Providing ecological advice across internal teams and to external clients
- Managing projects and producing technical reports and ecological management plans
- Liaising with stakeholders and regulatory bodies
- Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice
What you'll need to succeed Minimum 5 years' experience in ecological consultancy At least one protected species licence Full membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM - desirable) Strong skills in habitat and protected species surveys (PEA, UKHab, BNG, bats, badger, water vole, etc.) Excellent communication and report-writing skills Experience preparing fee proposals and risk assessments Ability to manage and analyse ecological data Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
What you'll get in return Fully remote working Flexible hours and TOIL system 28 days annual leave Private health insurance Pension scheme Annual team events and functions
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