About the role
Looking for a consultancy where your ecology career can really progress?
Ocean to Earth Recruitment is working with a highly respected, established and growing environmental consultancy looking to appoint a Senior Ecologist to join its expanding team in Manchester or Sheffield.
With over 30 years of experience in the environmental sector, our client has developed an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality ecological and environmental consultancy services across the UK. Originally established in Sheffield, the business has grown into a multidisciplinary organisation with a national presence, supporting clients across development, infrastructure, land management and environmental projects.
The consultancy continues to invest in its people, technical capabilities and services, creating exciting opportunities for ecologists who want to develop their expertise, take on greater responsibility and progress into more senior positions.
This is an opportunity to join a successful business with ambitious plans for continued growth, while benefiting from the support, training and collaborative culture of an established team.
The Role
As a Senior Ecologist, you'll work alongside experienced environmental professionals, delivering a varied portfolio of projects from initial ecological surveys through to assessment, reporting and environmental advice.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and coordinating ecological surveys and assessments.
Preparing and reviewing PEAs, EcIAs and other technical reports.
Managing ecological projects, budgets and programmes.
Providing technical guidance and mentoring junior ecologists.
Working collaboratively with colleagues across environmental disciplines.
Developing client relationships and contributing to proposals.
Supporting the continued growth and development of the ecology team.
You'll have the opportunity to develop your own technical interests while gaining valuable project management, client-facing and leadership experience.
About You
We're interested in speaking with ecologists who have experience within UK consultancy and are ready to develop their careers further.
Ideally, you'll bring:
A relevant degree in ecology or a related environmental discipline.
Experience undertaking habitat and protected species surveys.
Strong ecological report writing and technical assessment skills.
Good knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning processes.
Experience managing projects and supporting junior colleagues.
Protected species survey or mitigation licences, advantageous.
CIEEM membership, ideally at Full Member level.
You may already be working as a Senior Ecologist or be an experienced Consultant Ecologist looking for the opportunity to step up.
Why Join This Consultancy?
Career progression and professional development
Our client places considerable emphasis on developing its people, with access to mentoring, training and opportunities to progress towards Principal Ecologist, technical specialist or management positions.
An established business that's continuing to grow
You'll be joining a successful consultancy with a strong reputation, an expanding national presence and opportunities to contribute to the future development of its ecology services.
A genuinely multidisciplinary environment
Work alongside specialists from other environmental disciplines, gaining exposure to varied projects and broadening your technical knowledge.
A supportive and collaborative culture
The organisation is recognised as a Great Place to Work® certified employer, reflecting its commitment to employee experience, professional development and wellbeing.
A varied and rewarding workload
From ecological assessments and protected species work to larger multidisciplinary projects, you'll have opportunities to develop your experience while contributing to positive environmental outcomes.
Salary and Benefits
£35,000 – £40,000 salary.
Hybrid working from Manchester or Sheffield.
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
Company pension.
Ongoing professional development and mentoring.
Clear opportunities for career progression.
Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives.
Social events and volunteering opportunities.
Supportive working environment with experienced colleagues.
Ready for Your Next Step?
If you're an ecologist looking for more than just another job, and want to build a long-term career with a growing, successful and supportive environmental consultancy, we'd be delighted to speak with you.
You don't need to meet every requirement. We're particularly interested in hearing from ecologists who demonstrate strong technical ability, enthusiasm and the ambition to develop.
For a confidential discussion, contact Vicky Kenrick at Ocean to Earth Recruitment.
About Ocean to Earth Recruitment
Ocean to Earth Recruitment specialises in ecology, environmental consultancy, sustainability and the wider natural and built environment sectors. We work closely with candidates to understand their experience, ambitions and values, helping them find opportunities where they can make a meaningful contribution and enjoy long-term career progression.