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Senior Ecologist / Environmental Consultant - UK (Hybrid with site travel as required) - Competitive Salary + Membership + Benefits
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Posted 06 October 2025 Salary Competitive Salary + Membership + Benefits LocationBrighton Job type Discipline , ReferenceGH -58955
Job description
Senior Ecologist / Environmental Consultant
Senior Ecologist / Environmental Consultant - UK (Hybrid with site travel as required) - Competitive Salary + Membership + Benefits
The Job:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and expanding environmental consultancy, supporting a wide range of projects across the residential, commercial, renewable energy, infrastructure and land management sectors.
The role combines fieldwork, technical reporting, mentoring junior staff, and client liaison, ensuring high quality, timely project delivery.
The Company:
A forward thinking environmental consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering professional ecological and environmental services across the UK. The business values collaboration, technical excellence and innovation, offering a supportive environment for professional development and progression.
The Candidate:
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
- Proven experience in ecological fieldwork and protected species surveys
- Holder of Natural England survey licences for at least two protected species
- Member (or working towards membership) of CIEEM
- Strong understanding of UK ecological legislation, policy, and best practice
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive, organised, and team-focused, with strong mentoring abilities
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as require
Desirable:
- EPS mitigation licence application experience
- Familiarity with GIS systems (e.g., ArcGIS)
- Previous experience in multi-disciplinary environmental projects
- Interest in business development and client relationship management
The Package:
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- 31 days' annual leave plus birthday leave
- Contributory pension scheme
- Private medical insurance
- CIEEM professional membership fees paid
- Dedicated personal development budget
- Supportive, progressive environment with hybrid working options
Please email your CV to Grace Hartwell, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, GHartwell@agriRS.co.uk.
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