senior ecologist
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- England,Yorkshire and The Humber,West Yorkshire,Leeds
- Full Time, Permanent
- £30,000 - £45,000 per annum
Job Description:
Senior Ecologist - Leeds
Location: Leeds (preferred) / Bolsover (considered)
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 (DOE)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Lead Projects. Drive Quality. Make an Impact. Our client is a growing, close-knit ecological consultancy with a big reputation for delivering high-quality work across the North of England. Founded in 2019, they’re now looking for a Senior Ecologist who’s ready to step straight into project leadership - managing complex surveys, guiding clients, and mentoring junior staff from day one.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with excellent botany and protected species expertise who thrives on autonomy and high standards. You’ll have the freedom to shape projects your way while being part of a supportive and collaborative team.
What You’ll Do * Lead and deliver ecology projects from proposal to completion
* Manage client relationships and ensure top-quality outcomes
* Conduct and oversee habitat, botanical and protected species surveys
* Produce clear, accurate, and professional ecological reports
* Mentor junior ecologists and share your technical expertise
What You’ll Bring * At least 4 years’ ecology consultancy experience, with proven project management skills
* Strong botany and protected species knowledge (botanical ID, habitat assessment, mitigation, etc.)
* Degree in Ecology or related discipline
* CIEEM membership (Associate or Full)
* One or more protected species licences desirable
* Proficiency with QGIS/QField and solid understanding of planning policy and legislation
* Full UK driving licence and flexibility for occasional evening/weekend surveys
Why You’ll Love It Here * Flexible and supportive working environment
* Paid overtime or TOIL
* Funded memberships, licences, and ongoing CPD
* Pension contributions and annual bonus
* Social team culture and Christmas shutdown
If you’re ready to take ownership of your projects and make an immediate impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact: James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment
Location: Leeds (preferred) / Bolsover (considered)
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 (DOE)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Lead Projects. Drive Quality. Make an Impact. Our client is a growing, close-knit ecological consultancy with a big reputation for delivering high-quality work across the North of England. Founded in 2019, they’re now looking for a Senior Ecologist who’s ready to step straight into project leadership - managing complex surveys, guiding clients, and mentoring junior staff from day one.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with excellent botany and protected species expertise who thrives on autonomy and high standards. You’ll have the freedom to shape projects your way while being part of a supportive and collaborative team.
What You’ll Do * Lead and deliver ecology projects from proposal to completion
* Manage client relationships and ensure top-quality outcomes
* Conduct and oversee habitat, botanical and protected species surveys
* Produce clear, accurate, and professional ecological reports
* Mentor junior ecologists and share your technical expertise
What You’ll Bring * At least 4 years’ ecology consultancy experience, with proven project management skills
* Strong botany and protected species knowledge (botanical ID, habitat assessment, mitigation, etc.)
* Degree in Ecology or related discipline
* CIEEM membership (Associate or Full)
* One or more protected species licences desirable
* Proficiency with QGIS/QField and solid understanding of planning policy and legislation
* Full UK driving licence and flexibility for occasional evening/weekend surveys
Why You’ll Love It Here * Flexible and supportive working environment
* Paid overtime or TOIL
* Funded memberships, licences, and ongoing CPD
* Pension contributions and annual bonus
* Social team culture and Christmas shutdown
If you’re ready to take ownership of your projects and make an immediate impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact: James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment
Job number 3079716
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