Principal Ecologist - Ipswich

Are you an experienced Ecologist looking to join a company that supports its employees’ long-term careers and offers hybrid working?

If so, we have just the position for you! We are excited to be working alongside a well-established and successful practice, who have considerable experience in environmental design and planning across a vast range of sectors. And due to an increase in work are currently looking for a Principal Ecologist to join their team on a hybrid working basis.

Ideally, they are looking for an ambitious and knowledgeable individual to play a key role in the mentoring and development of the ecology team, working on a wide range of project types. 

This position is also open upto the Associate Director level, depending on the individual. 

Working hours:

  • Hybrid working 
  • Full-time or Part-time basis

The successful Principal Ecologist will be offered:

  • Upto £70,000 (depending on experience) 
  • Increased annual leave with longevity 
  • Pension
  • Enjoyable working environment
  • Professional memberships paid
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Training and career progression
  • Expenses

Principal Ecologist requirements:

  • Relevant degree and Full Member of CIEEM
  • FISC level 3 minimum
  • Survey and mitigation licences held (bats mitigation licencing preferred)
  • UK Driving license and access to own car
  • Ability to mentor and manage a team 
  • good understanding of all levels of the planning system
  • Strong communicator with good interpersonal and negotiating skills
  • Able to work effectively with multi-disciplinary teams and liaise with clients / stakeholders at a professional level
  • experience of preparing technical reports and ability to present and communicate findings in a clear and concise manner
  • Beneficial, not essential - experience in business development and examination in Public / Public Inquiry
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