Description

In this role you will coordinate and deliver assigned ecological projects, managing desk‑based studies, data requests from UK record centres, and species analyses that guide field survey targeting. Responsibilities include conducting high‑level environmental constraints assessments, MAGIC searches, collating data for preliminary ecological appraisals, and supporting the preparation of biodiversity strategies, licence applications, and mitigation monitoring plans. You will also contribute to bid production, develop and implement team training plans, and oversee budgets and progress for medium‑size or complex tasks.

• Conduct environmental constraints studies, MAGIC searches, and produce preliminary ecological appraisals.
• Assist with licence applications, mitigation, and monitoring plans.
• Lead development of team training plans and upskill colleagues.
• Oversee budgets and monitor progress for medium‑size or complex projects.

Requirements

The successful candidate must hold at least a Master’s degree in Zoology, Ecology, Conservation Biology or a related environmental discipline, with a Ph.D. regarded as advantageous. Membership of a professional body such as CIEEM is desirable. Ten to fifteen years of relevant professional experience, including ecological report writing, EIA and biodiversity net‑gain documentation, is required. Proven knowledge of environmental legislation, species identification across common habitat types, and prior involvement in ecological and habitat surveys are essential. Experience with UK or European bat species, UK EIA and town‑planning regulations, and a strong record of adhering to bio‑security and health‑and‑safety protocols are also expected.

The position offers the opportunity to work within a diverse portfolio of projects alongside a UK‑based team, requiring effective remote communication and flexibility across time zones. The company supports personal development through mentorship from industry‑recognised technical leaders and provides training to enhance technical knowledge. Additional assets include advanced ArcGIS or bat‑analysis software skills and proficiency in a foreign language, which can further strengthen your contribution.

• Minimum Master’s in Zoology, Ecology, Conservation Biology or related field; Ph.D. preferred.
• Membership in professional bodies (e.g., CIEEM) desirable.
• 10–15 years of ecological consultancy or conservation experience.
• Proven ability to write ecological reports, EIA scoping/baseline sections, and biodiversity net‑gain documentation.
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU environmental legislation, policy, and species identification across habitats.
• Experience with ecological and habitat surveys; familiarity with UK or European bat species.
• Capability to manage desk studies, data requests, species analysis, and guide field survey targeting.
• Advanced ArcGIS or bat‑analysis software skills and foreign language proficiency are advantageous.
• Ability to work remotely with UK team, managing time‑zone differences.

Benefits

• Access to mentorship, personal development, and training from industry‑recognised technical leaders.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance