Consultant and Senior Ecologist

About the role

A multidisciplinary consultancy combining ecology, arboriculture and landscape design, registered as a CIEEM practice, is recruiting Consultant and Senior Ecologists based in Worthing. The role covers a wide range of ecological consultancy projects for private clients, local authorities and government bodies, with work across London and the Southeast and occasional projects further afield.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and Protected Species Surveys, with a particular focus on bats
• Develop and implement Protected Species Mitigation Schemes and Ecological Enhancement Plans
• Carry out Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments and other ecological consultancy work
• Produce high-quality reports informing planning applications and conservation efforts
• Balance fieldwork and office-based tasks, with seasonal variation in workload
• Support and mentor junior team members (Senior Ecologists)

Required profile

• Experience in UK ecological consultancy with a strong foundation in ecological surveying and reporting
• At least one protected species licence (e.g. bats, great crested newts, dormice)
• Associate Membership of CIEEM (or working towards full membership for Senior Ecologists)
• Full driving licence for site visits
• For Senior Ecologists: minimum two years of UK consultancy experience, Level 2 Bat Licence (highly desirable), and proven experience leading surveys, managing projects and mentoring juniors

Required skills

• Knowledge of British flora and fauna, wildlife legislation and the planning system
• Experience with Biodiversity Net Gain assessments
• Excellent report writing and attention to detail
• Ability to support and review the work of others

What we offer

• Salary of £28,000 - £34,000 for Consultant Ecologists and £35,000 - £45,000 for Senior Ecologists, depending on experience
• 360-degree project experience and clear career development pathways
• A South Coast base with a good work-life balance