Job Title: Senior Ecologist
Salary: From £30,000
Location: Sussex
My client, one of the leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies in the UK, who specialise in environment, planning and sustainability, is seeking a Senior Ecologist with extensive experience in the field to join their team in Sussex. This is an excellent chance to join a dynamic team and become part of an innovative, fast-growing company.
Senior Ecologist Benefits
1. A competitive salary based on experience
2. Time off in lieu (TOIL) policy and flexible working hours to support work-life balance
3. 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays) with an additional day added for each year of service, up to 29 days
4. Enhanced maternity pay
5. Opportunities for career growth
6. Auto-enrolment pension scheme available after 3 months of service
7. Cycle to work scheme
8. Social events, game nights, and volunteering opportunities through our staff engagement and development initiative
9. Dog-friendly office
10. Supportive, friendly, and forward-thinking colleagues
11. Comprehensive training opportunities
As a Senior Ecologist in this independent consultancy, you will have the opportunity to lead complex contracts, guide junior colleagues, deliver high-quality reports, and evaluate technical projects. You will also play a key role in assisting clients and their design teams in overcoming obstacles, while actively contributing to the growth of the business.
Senior Ecologist Criteria
12. Relevant degree (Essential)
13. Full UK driving licence (Essential)
14. Eligibility to work within the UK (Essential)
15. Extensive relevant work experience
16. CIEEM membership
17. The ideal candidate will have a protected species licence(s) (Bat class 2 or GCN class 1 are ideal), specialism within botany, and be able to demonstrate excellent fieldwork and report writing skills
18. Familiarity and experience with BNG assessments is desirable