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Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Posted 16 days ago, valid for 6 days

Basildon, Essex SS16 5UY

Full Time

Life Insurance

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Sonic Summary

An established ecological consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist for their Essex/South East/East Anglia location with hybrid working options.
The salary for this position ranges from £35,000 to £45,000, depending on experience.
Candidates should have approximately 5 years of proven experience in ecological consultancy and possess project management and leadership skills.
The role involves contributing to various projects, including major infrastructure and mitigation schemes, while also providing mentoring and technical delivery.
Benefits include private medical insurance, generous holiday allowance, pension contributions, and flexible benefits.

Senior Ecologist

Essex / South East / East Anglia - Hybrid Working£35,000 - £45,000 + Benefits

An established and forward-thinking ecological consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior Ecologist to join their growing team. You'll contribute to a diverse range of projects, from major infrastructure and mitigation schemes to smaller-scale developments, combining project management, mentoring, and technical delivery.

What's on offer:

£35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working
Birthday Leave
Private Medical Insurance
Generous holiday allowance (20 days + bank holidays, rising to 28)
Pension contributions and Life Assurance
Flexible benefits (option to buy extra holidays, health cash plans, discounted gym memberships)

You'll need:

Proven experience within ecological consultancy (~5 years)
Project management and leadership skills
Strong knowledge of UK ecology and legislation
Experience with protected species licensing
Advanced botanical and habitat assessment skills
Associate or Full CIEEM membership

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