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Opportunity:
Are you a budding new Ecologist looking to take that next key step in their ecology career? Or maybe you're an established consultant looking to take on more responsibilities as a senior ecologist? Perhaps you're already a well-established senior consultant ecologist aiming to develop your team leadership and mentoring skills as a principal or associate consultant? If any of these apply to you, take a look at this exciting new opportunity with a renowned leading consultancy firm based out in Essex. Currently undergoing an expansion, our client is looking to bring in ecologists at all levels including consultant, senior, principal and associate. No matter the level, you'll be working on interesting new developments across a range of sectors in the UK, all while encouraging the all-important nature-positive approach to your ecology work. You'll have the chance to make a difference nationally with major multinational clients as well as supporting the community around the Essex area, working with home and landowners on small-scale needs.
Responsibility:
Responsibilities will vary depending on whether you're a consultant, senior, principal or associate ecologist however some responsibilities will cross between roles. Consultant and seniors will both be expected to be able to undertake ecological surveys & field studies such as Protected Species Surveys, UKHabs and botany surveys as well as technical reports such as PEAs, BNG assessments and HRAs. Principal and associate consultants will take on more leadership and strategy roles, being responsible for the ecology team's professional development via mentoring and training. They will also take on more client facing roles, liaising with new and existing clients to develop and drive new business for the company. Alongside their senior counterparts, principals and associates will be responsible for ensuring proper policy and compliance is followed, ensuring best practice whilst adhering to strict timelines.
Requirements:
As with the responsibilities, the role requirements will differ based on whether you are a consultant, senior, principal or associate. Consultant ecologists will have ideally at least 2 years' experience in a consultancy setting and possess a strong understanding of standard surveying and reporting techniques. You would also need a good understanding of UK policy framework, legislation and licensing processes. As a senior, you would have at least 4-5 years of experience and be a member of CIEEM or planning to be a full member in the near future. You'll need an in-depth understanding of advanced surveying techniques alongside a detailed understanding of ecological processes, with a particular focus on management of species and habitats and experience with the licensing process and advising clients on mitigation strategies. At principal and associate consultant levels, we would be looking for 7+ years of experience, with a focus around leadership, line & project management, strategy and business development. Ideally you're a chartered CIEEM member with a very strong working understanding of the licensing and compliance processes. You'll have gained significant amounts of ecological surveying and reporting experience, able to review both you and your colleagues technical writing. Experience with BNG assessments and protected species licenses (particularly Bat licenses) are highly desirable and a full, UK drivers license will be a necessity also.
Company Benefits:
Why work for our client? Employee health and wellbeing is a top priority for this company, investing strongly into their benefits and continued professional development. The benefits include:
- Pension contributions
- Access to life insurance plan
- Private medical insurance
- Discounted gym membership
- Holiday purchase options
If this role looks like the job for you, click 'Apply' below to submit your CV for review. If you have any questions about this or other roles, please contact Euan McLeod on (phone number removed).
