Aspect Ecology Ltd.
Senior Ecologist
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Senior Ecologist - Banbury
Are you an experienced ecologist looking to take a leading role across a diverse portfolio of projects? Do you enjoy balancing technical delivery, project management and client relationships? Are you keen to join an established team where you can help shape project outcomes and support the development of others?
We’re looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our Banbury team, supporting projects across Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire and the surrounding region. You'll become part of an established team of terrestrial ecology specialists delivering work across residential, commercial, renewable energy and mixed-use developments. As part of the APEM Group, you'll also have the opportunity to collaborate with a wide network of environmental specialists and contribute to multidisciplinary projects.
Responsibilities
In this role, you'll:
- Lead ecological surveys
- Manage projects
- Produce high-quality technical reports, including PEAs, EcIAs and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments
- Work closely with clients
- Support junior colleagues
- Help deliver successful outcomes across a diverse project portfolio
- Play an important role in maintaining high technical standards
- Mentor colleagues
- Contribute to the continued growth and reputation of our ecology team
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Requirements
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
- Proven experience in ecological consultancy (typically 3+ years)
- Strong terrestrial field survey skills, including UKHab / Phase 1 and protected species surveys
- Experience producing high-quality ecological reports, including PEAs, EcIAs, ES Chapters and BNG assessments
- Good working knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
- Experience managing fieldwork and small to medium-sized projects
- A degree in a relevant subject
- Full or Associate CIEEM membership (or eligibility)
- A full UK driving licence
Benefits
- The chance to work on a variety of projects, many of which have been of personal interest to our employees
- Commitment to continuous development and learning to support your career
- Benefits to look after you, including private medical insurance, access to mental health first aiders, comprehensive income protection, and superb flexible working options
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Next Steps
We are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive team. If you can’t tick every box on our job description, then we are still keen to hear from you and are open to supporting your development. That may be working part time or supporting you to gain experience in a specific area – we are a growing company and are able to adapt roles to reflect individual skills.
If you think you have what it takes to join our fast-growing business, then please apply immediately on our website. All we need is some basic information and your CV; we will review all applications quickly and will respond to all applications.
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