Senior Ecologist

Enviro Recruitment are working with an Ecological Consultancy based in Greater Manchester who are looking for a candidate who fits their values and vision and will become an invaluable member of the ecology team. They are seeking an ambitious individual looking for further experience undertaking Project Management, client liaison and business operations. You must be able to produce high quality ecological reports to inform planning permission and have good knowledge of UK legislation, planning policy and Biodiversity Net Gain Policy. You must have a proven track record of working and liaising with the Local Planning Authority and high levels of working knowledge of the planning system. Opportunities for further career development will include assistance in the expansion and development of the ecology team, as well as training and mentoring of junior staff members. The role will suit an ecologist with over 3 years' experience working within a consultancy environment, looking for a role with greater responsibility and opportunities to progress their career. The consultancy works on a variety of projects, from householder applications, large scale residential developments, renewable energy, commercial schemes and minerals and waste applications. Job Roles: • Undertake Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and Protected Species Surveys on a range of sites throughout the UK. • Undertake Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments and provide advice regarding the same for clients. • Work closely with colleagues in the Landscape Architecture and Arboricultural team to provide high quality advice on projects. • Produce high quality ecological reports for submission with planning applications. • Manage your own projects under the supervision of the Ecology Director. Client liaison, fee proposals and billing are all key parts of project management. Job Requirements: • A degree or equivalent in an Environmental Science subject, or demonstration of relevant alternative experience. • Must have Natural England Bat Level 1 Licence (or a single reference). • Desirable: Natural England Bat Level 2 Licence and ability to write Bat EPSLs. • Proven and demonstrable experience undertaking PEAs, EcIAs and Protected Species Surveys, and ability to write these reports independently. • Desirable: membership with a relevant professional body such as CIEEM, IES, IEMA (will be paid for by the company annually). • Experience working within an ecological consultancy. • Own car and ability to drive long distances for work. • Ability to stay away from home for short periods (1–2 nights) for work throughout the UK (hotel expenses all paid for). Candidates with successful CVs will be invited for interview. As part of the interview process, you will be asked to produce written work for assessment of skills. You may also be asked to attend a full or half trial day at the office (your time would be paid for) to further assess skills and fit within the team. Salary range £35,000 – £45,000 per annum DOE. Higher salaries can be negotiated based on experience of the individual. Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Additional pay: Bonus scheme Benefits: • Casual dress • Company pension • Enhanced maternity leave • Health & wellbeing programme • Private medical insurance • Discounted or free food • Free fitness classes Schedule: Flexitime, Monday to Friday Experience: Ecological Consultancy: 3 years (required) Licence/Certification: Natural England Bat or GCN Licence (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bolton BL1 2BQ