Senior Ecologist

About the role

An established environmental and design consultancy in Brighton is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist to strengthen its ecology team. The role involves working on a varied portfolio of development and planning projects for public and private sector clients, delivering ecological surveys, habitat management, biodiversity advice and impact assessments.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct ecological surveys and assessments for development and planning projects.
• Provide habitat management, biodiversity advice and impact assessments.

Required profile

• Consultancy experience within ecology or environmental planning.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.
• Based in or within commuting distance of Brighton.

Required skills

• Ecological survey, assessment and reporting skills.
• Habitat management and biodiversity advice.
• Impact assessment expertise.

What we offer

• Competitive salary £35,000‑£42,000 per year.
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Support for professional memberships and continued development.
• Supportive team culture with career progression opportunities.