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Penguin Recruitment 30000.00 British Pound . GBP Per annum

2024-09-21 15:30:45

Job location Lewes, Sussex, United Kingdom

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Consulting & Corporate Strategy

Job description

Ecologist

Location: Sussex

Salary: From 27,500

A leading independent consultancy specialising in environment, planning, and sustainability is seeking motivated Ecologists to join their team based in Sussex. You'll have the opportunity to work across a variety of sectors, supporting clients with a range of ecology services. Your responsibilities will include conducting protected species surveys, coordinating mitigation projects, advising clients on regulatory requirements, preparing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) reports, and leading a team of ecologists to deliver cost-effective project solutions.

Ecologist Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Flexible working hours and TOIL (time off in lieu) policy to support work-life balance.
  • 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service.
  • Enhanced maternity pay.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Auto-enrolment pension scheme.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • A fun, supportive work environment with regular socials and volunteering days.
  • Dog-friendly office

The Role

  • Lead and deliver complex contracts, working closely with clients and their design teams to find solutions to their challenges.
  • Oversee and mentor junior staff, review technical work, and ensure high-quality report drafting.
  • Play a key role in business development by preparing costings, tendering for projects, and identifying opportunities for growth and diversification.

Ecologist Requirements

  • A relevant degree and 3+ years of professional experience.
  • Strong knowledge of UK and European environmental legislation.
  • Proven experience in fieldwork and report writing
  • Full membership (or eligibility) of CIEEM and a full UK driving licence.
  • Holding a Natural England protected species licence (e.g., Bat Class 2 or GCN Class 1).
  • Experience with Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).

Interested in this or other roles in Ecology? Please do not hesitate to send your CV to Joe at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

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