Senior Ecologist

Economy and Planning Department

£41,771 - £45,091 - 37 hours per week

Are you passionate about protecting and enhancing the natural environment—while also helping shape the future of a growing, dynamic place? If so, this is an excellent opportunity to join Wrexham’s friendly and forward‑thinking Planning Policy team as our new Senior Ecologist.

Wrexham is a vibrant place to work right now. As Wales’ newest city, it is an ambitious and well-connected city with a global profile and many significant investment projects, a vibrant culture, rich built heritage, and natural environment including internationally designated sites and areas within the wider Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

As Senior Ecologist, you’ll have the chance to make a real difference. Your expertise will directly influence major development proposals, regeneration projects, and our long‑term planning policies. With Wrexham’s Investment Zone opportunities, you’ll also have the freedom to explore innovative, creative ways of solving ecological and planning challenges, helping us deliver sustainable growth without compromising environmental value.

In this role you will be advising Development Management Officers about developments affecting ecology and supporting the preparation of planning policy and guidance. The role will also involve consultation and liaison with other Council departments, applicants, agents and other external organisations.

To be considered for the role, you must have a recognised qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent experience as well as hold a valid driving license. Experience in planning is essential.

This role allows for a combination of home and office working. You will also be required to undertake site visits.

We welcome applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both Welsh and English.

For an informal discussion contact Chris Smith, Interim Head of Service, Planning Policy on or by email:

The Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age.

Closing date: 25 March 2026.

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