Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited
Ecologist
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Ecologist
Bennett and Game are representing a growing environmental consultancy in Salford seeking a Senior or Principal Ecologist. The role involves leading ecology projects, managing technical delivery, mentoring junior staff and supporting team growth. The company offers strong progression opportunities within a collaborative business experiencing continued growth and increasing client demand.
Senior / Principal Ecologist Salary & Benefits
- Salary range: £40,000 - £50,000, dependent on experience and licensing
- 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays), rising to 30 with long service
- Hybrid working - flexible arrangements dependent on project demands
- 5% employer pension contribution
- Paid professional subscription (1 per year)
- Access to company fleet vehicles for site travel
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Techscheme
- Eyecare scheme
- Season ticket cash advance available
- 1 volunteering day per year
- Regular staff events and a collaborative, low-hierarchy team culture
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Senior / Principal Ecologist Job Overview
- Lead and manage multiple ecology projects from inception through to final delivery
- Conduct site-based habitat and protected species surveys.
- Take ownership of technical report writing, EcIA delivery, EPS licensing, and biodiversity net gain assessments
- Mentor and support junior ecologists, offering guidance, technical checks, and development planning
- Act as point of contact for clients, consultants, and planning authorities
- Oversee health and safety compliance, fieldwork logistics, and seasonal team resourcing
- Play a key role in team development and supporting the wider ecology business plan
Senior / Principal Ecologist Job Requirements
- Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or any related subject
- Minimum 3 years' consultancy experience
- Full Member of CIEEM (essential)
- Deep understanding of UK/EC wildlife legislation and planning policy
- Demonstrable project management skills, including commercial oversight and delivery against deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Licences for bats and/or great crested newts (desirable)
- Full UK driving licence
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Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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