Your new companyThis well-established and thriving ecological consultancy are looking to hire a Senior Ecologist. They have offices in Oxford, Cambridge and London that provide an excellent range of Ecological and Biodiversity Net Gain projects. An organisation that prioritises personal development through diverse experiences, support to gain protected species licenses and growth into varying specialisms.Your new roleYou will be involved with a full range of ecological consultancy services across residential, infrastructure, commercial, renewables and projects of cultural importance. Main duties may include…

• Performing site visits
• Leading on ecological surveys from PEAs, BNG assessments, Protected species, HRAs, and ECoW
• Report writing on ecological surveys
• Client liaising to deliver projects
• Business development to win new business

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree in Ecology or related subject
• Proven experience as an Ecologist in a permanent role
• Knowledge of all key environmental legislation
• Excellent written communication skills
• Client liaising skills
• Full clean driving licence
• Skills in GIS
• CIEEM membership at appropriate level (ideal)
• Holder of a Protected species licences (ideal)

What you'll get in return

• £35,000 - £45,000 (Depending on Experience)
• Company pension
• Free onsite car parking and Business mileage
• Flexible working hours and Time Off In Lieu
• Up to 27 days annual leave
• Accidental injury insurance cover
• Generous training scheme
• support to gain CIEEM membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Kitchen and Shower facilities
• Dog-friendly offices

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk