Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist

Location: Dorking
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 DOE
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Our client, a leading environmental consultancy, is looking for a Senior Ecologist to join their growing team in Dorking. This role offers the chance to take a leading position on a range of ecological projects, providing expertise and guidance across a diverse portfolio of clients.

As a Senior Ecologist, you will play a key role in shaping ecological strategies, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high-quality ecological advice and reporting.

• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £40,000 DOE
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Supportive, collaborative, and multidisciplinary work environment
• Exposure to high-profile and diverse ecological projects

• Lead and coordinate ecological surveys and assessments, including protected species and habitat surveys
• Prepare ecological reports, Environmental Impact Assessments, and planning documents
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies and biodiversity enhancement plans
• Manage projects, budgets, and client relationships, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery
• Mentor and support junior ecologists, sharing expertise and fostering professional development
• Ensure all work complies with UK wildlife legislation, planning policy, and industry best practice

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
• Significant experience in an ecological consultancy or similar role
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, planning policy, and survey methodologies
• Proven experience managing projects and supervising staff
• Excellent report-writing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Full UK driving licence

For more information, call James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment.