Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist 45k (DOE)Surrey Looking for a position where ecology, planning and rural land management genuinely work hand in hand?Working within their expanding planning and rural teams, you''ll collaborate closely with surveyors and planners to deliver ecological advice across a diverse portfolio of rural and development projects.With a strong client base that includes farming businesses, private and public landowners, and developers, this role offers the chance to shape biodiversity outcomes across agricultural land and development schemes, particularly where BNG presents significant opportunity.What''s in it for you?Salary up to 45kClear career progressionOpportunity to work across Planning, Rural, Land and New Homes and Estate Agency teamsSupportive, collaborative multi-disciplinary environmentExposure to a broad and loyal client baseLong-term professional development in BNG and rural land strategyThe RoleYou will work across both Planning and Rural teams, delivering ecological services that support planning applications and rural land management strategies.Key responsibilities will include:Undertaking ecological surveys and preparing associated reports, including PEAs, protected species surveys, EcIAs and BNG calculationsApplying and advising on BNGIdentifying and designing optimal enhancement measures, particularly on agricultural land, to deliver off-site BNG solutionsAdvising internal project teams on ecological legislation, planning policy and best practice ..... full job details .....