Principal Ecologist

Elevate your career as a Principal Consultant at Southern Ecological Solutions (SES), part of the RSK Group. This full‑time, permanent, hybrid role is open to experienced ecological professionals who are ready to lead, grow a team and shape the future of ecological consulting.

Your Role

• Lead and inspire a team of ecologists, fostering excellence and professional growth, ensuring delivery of high‑quality work that aligns with SES’s standards.
• Drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, securing contracts and expanding our client base; build and maintain strong client relationships and provide tailored ecological solutions.
• Provide high‑level oversight on a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery to the highest standards; lead complex ecological assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Represent SES in the wider industry, sharing insights and contributing to the development of best practices.
• Ensure all projects comply with legislation and best‑practice guidelines, upholding the reputation of SES through rigorous quality control.
• Work closely with other departments within SES and the wider RSK Group to deliver integrated solutions that meet client needs.

What We’re Looking For

• Advanced qualifications: degree in ecology or related field with substantial experience in professional ecological consultancy.
• Proven leadership: experience in leading, mentoring and supporting a team, managing high‑profile projects and driving business development.
• Ecological expertise: deep knowledge of ecological principles, legislation, survey techniques, habitat management and protected species.
• Strategic vision: ability to develop and execute strategic plans and to understand the broader environmental and planning sectors.
• Licensing and compliance mastery: adept at navigating protected‑species licensing and advising on successful mitigation strategies.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £45,000–£55,000 based on experience and qualifications.
• Birthday leave – a day off for your birthday.
• Life assurance plan.
• Pension contributions.
• Generous holiday allowance: 20 days plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 28 days.
• Private medical insurance.
• Flexible benefits programme – options to buy additional holidays, health cash plans or discounted gym memberships.

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations and those with disabilities. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

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