Senior or Principal Ecologist

Embankment ·embankmentgroup.co.uk

Location Tetbury, United Kingdom
Work type Hybrid
Salary GBP 34,000 - 55,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Principal
Source Shazamme
Ecology
Apply direct
 

Senior / Principal Consultant Ecologist – Tetbury

Salary: £34,000 – £55,000 DOE
Location: Tetbury, Gloucestershire (Hybrid Working)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Job Reference: 57146
Closing Date: 13th December 2026

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting for an established environmental consultancy looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Consultant Ecologist to join its growing team in Gloucestershire.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on meaningful conservation, habitat restoration and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) projects, within a supportive consultancy that combines the close-knit culture of a smaller business with the stability and resources of a larger environmental group.

The role offers a varied mix of ecological consultancy, project management, technical leadership and mentoring, with opportunities to contribute to nature recovery projects across the UK.

What's on Offer?

  • Salary of £34,000 – £55,000, depending on experience.

  • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements.

  • Paid professional memberships, including CIEEM.

  • Life assurance and confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

  • Enhanced family-friendly policies.

  • Ongoing professional training and career development.

  • Regular performance and progression reviews.

  • Cycle to Work Scheme.

  • Supportive, inclusive working environment with regular team events.

  • Opportunities to work on rewarding conservation, habitat restoration and BNG projects.

The Role

  • Lead ecological surveys, assessments and consultancy projects.

  • Prepare and review technical reports, including EcIA, HRA and BNG assessments.

  • Manage project budgets, programmes and client relationships.

  • Develop ecological mitigation and habitat management strategies.

  • Support fee proposals and business development.

  • Mentor junior ecologists and provide technical guidance.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary environmental teams.

About You

We're keen to speak with experienced Senior or Principal Ecologists who have:

  • A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline.

  • Associate membership of CIEEM (ACIEEM) or equivalent professional membership.

  • Strong ecological consultancy experience, including surveys and technical reporting.

  • Experience managing projects, budgets and client relationships.

  • Knowledge of ecological legislation, planning policy and BNG.

  • Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.

  • A genuine interest in conservation and nature recovery.

 

 

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Senior or Principal Ecologist role?
Embankment is hiring for the Senior or Principal Ecologist position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Senior or Principal Ecologist job located?
The Senior or Principal Ecologist role with Embankment is based in Tetbury, GB. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Senior or Principal Ecologist role remote?
Yes — the Senior or Principal Ecologist position at Embankment is hybrid. Candidates based in GB are preferred.
What does the Senior or Principal Ecologist role pay?
Embankment lists the Senior or Principal Ecologist role at GBP 34,000–55,000 per year.
Is the Senior or Principal Ecologist role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Embankment.
What experience level is the Senior or Principal Ecologist role?
The Senior or Principal Ecologist position is aimed at principal-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Senior or Principal Ecologist role at Embankment?
Apply directly on Embankment's career page via the Apply button on this listing. ZammeJobs links straight through to the employer's ATS — no third-party form, no resume database.
Apply direct