Senior/Principal

Senior Ecologist £40,000 - £55,000 Cambridge An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ecologist to join a respected, award-winning environmental consultancy through a specialist recruitment partner. With over 35 years of experience, the business delivers landscape architecture, ecology, arboriculture and biodiversity services on a wide range of residential, commercial and infrastructure projects. The successful Senior Ecologist will be based in Cambridge, working within a collaborative team that values innovation, sustainability and professional development. As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead ecological projects, undertake surveys, produce technical reports, manage client relationships, mentor junior team members and contribute to delivering high-quality environmental solutions across a diverse project portfolio. What's on offer: • Competitive salary and generous remuneration package • Structured career progression and mentoring • Ongoing CPD and weekly skills training • Support towards chartership and professional qualifications • Flexible working options • Healthcare for senior staff • Supportive, collaborative and inclusive working culture Requirements: • Experience working as a Senior Ecologist or in a similar ecological consultancy role • Strong knowledge of UK protected species, habitats and planning legislation • Excellent report writing and project management skills • Full UK driving licence • Full right to work in the UK • Living in or within a commutable distance of the Cambridge office • Membership of CIEEM or working towards chartership is advantageous If you're a motivated Senior Ecologist looking to progress your career with a forward-thinking environmental consultancy, we'd love to hear from you. This Senior Ecologist opportunity offers the chance to work on meaningful projects while developing your career within a people-focused organisation. If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.