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Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Ipswich Full-time GBP 40,000 – 50,000
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Senior Ecologist

£40,000 - £50,000

Ipswich

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ecologist to join a well-established, award-winning environmental consultancy through a specialist recruitment partner. With over 35 years of experience, the business delivers expert ecology, landscape architecture, arboriculture and biodiversity services across residential, commercial, infrastructure and public sector projects. The company is recognised for providing innovative, sustainable solutions and investing in the development of its people.

As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead ecological surveys and assessments, produce high-quality technical reports, manage projects from inception to completion, provide ecological advice to clients, support Biodiversity Net Gain delivery and mentor junior ecologists. The successful Senior Ecologist will be based near Ipswich, working on a diverse range of exciting projects throughout the region.

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

  • Flexible and hybrid working

  • Ongoing CPD and structured career development

  • Support towards professional memberships and licences

  • Varied project portfolio across multiple sectors

  • Collaborative and supportive team environment

  • Long-term career progression opportunities

Requirements:
  • Experience working as a Senior Ecologist or in a similar consultancy role

  • Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline

  • Strong knowledge of UK protected species, habitats and planning legislation

  • Excellent report writing and project management skills

  • Full UK driving licence

  • Full right to work in the UK

  • Living in or within a commutable distance of the Ipswich office

  • CIEEM membership or protected species licences are advantageous

If you're an ambitious Senior Ecologist looking to take the next step in your career, this Senior Ecologist opportunity offers the chance to join a forward-thinking consultancy where your expertise will make a real impact while working from the Ipswich area

If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

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