Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist - YorkAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ecologist to join a respected environmental consultancy based in York. This role offers the chance to work across a diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from local conservation initiatives and habitat restoration schemes to large-scale infrastructure and development projects.The consultancy is committed to supporting its employees through excellent professional development opportunities, including mentoring programmes, paid volunteering days, funded professional memberships, and a competitive bonus scheme. What You''ll Need;Experience working within ecological consultancy or a related environmental roleA degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline (a postgraduate qualification would be advantageous)Strong ecological survey, data analysis, and report-writing skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilitiesSound knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, planning policy, and current ecological best practiceThe ability to manage projects and work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary teamKey Responsibilities;Leading ecological assessments, habitat surveys, and Ecological Impact Assessments across a range of development projectsPlanning, undertaking, and overseeing field surveys, including protected species surveys, habitat assessments, and ecological monitoring programmesProducing high-quality technical reports, impact assessments, and ..... full job details .....