Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist Loughborough / Hybrid Working £45.43 per hour PAYE £60.00 per hour Umbrella inc Holiday Full TimeTemporary Contract 1 Day Office-Based 4 Days Remote

Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority for an experienced Senior Ecologist to join their Environmental and Planning team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ecologist to provide specialist ecological advice and support the authority across planning, development and biodiversity matters. The role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with one day per week based in the Loughborough office and four days working remotely .

• Provide specialist ecological advice to support planning applications, development proposals and other council projects.


• Review ecological surveys, assessments, reports and mitigation strategies.


• Advise on biodiversity, nature conservation and protected species matters.


• Assess the ecological implications of planning proposals and provide clear recommendations.


• Support the delivery of biodiversity net gain and habitat enhancement requirements.


• Liaise with planning officers, developers, consultants, landowners and other internal and external stakeholders.


• Contribute to the development and implementation of ecological policies, guidance and procedures.


• Provide professional advice on relevant environmental legislation, regulations and best practice.


• Help ensure ecological considerations are appropriately incorporated into development and land management decisions.


• Prepare clear written reports, recommendations and technical advice for a range of audiences.

• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Ecology, Environmental Science, Conservation or a related discipline .


• Significant professional experience working as an Ecologist, Senior Ecologist or in a similar environmental role.


• Strong knowledge of UK ecology, biodiversity and nature conservation legislation .


• Experience providing ecological advice within a local authority, planning or development environment .


• Good understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and its application within the planning process.


• Experience reviewing ecological surveys, reports and mitigation proposals.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear professional advice.


• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently in a remote/hybrid environment.


• Membership of CIEEM or working towards membership would be advantageous.