Job Title: Principal Ecologist

Location: Near Exeter, Devon

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time (negotiable)

Are you a seasoned Ecologist looking to step into a pivotal role within a thriving company? We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Ecologist to join a dynamic and respected ecological consultancy near Exeter, Devon.

About the Role:

This is your chance to become a key player in a consultancy known for its excellence, innovation, and passion for the environment. As Principal Ecologist, you'll be at the forefront of delivering complex and fascinating projects while leading a team of dedicated ecologists. You'll build and nurture client relationships across various sectors, contributing to our long-standing reputation for high-quality ecological outcomes.

Principal Ecologist Benefits:

Competitive Salary and Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, a robust pension plan, and profit-sharing through our Employee Ownership Trust.
Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible working arrangements split between office, home, and on-site work.
Community Engagement: Three paid days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
Professional Development: Receive first-class training, support, and mentoring to help you grow in your career.
Diverse and Engaging Projects: Work on an exciting and diverse portfolio of projects across various sectors.

To be successful in this role as Principal Ecologist, you'll need:

A relevant degree in Ecology or a related field.
Extensive professional experience, ideally at the Senior Ecologist level.
Strong communication skills to engage effectively with clients, design teams, planners, and regulators.
Proven expertise in preparing technical reports, including EcIAs, HRAs, BNG assessments, and more.
Commercial awareness and a knack for business development.
Full Membership of CIEEM (Chartered Ecologist/Environmentalist status is a plus).
A Full UK driving licence.

Interested in this or other roles in Ecology? Please do not hesitate to send your CV to Joe at or call . We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.