Job Description

Snr or Principal Ecologist – Bat Specialist Focus
Location: Flexible (with offices in Glasgow and Perth) | Hybrid Working Available
Salary: Up to £55k, based on experience

+ £2,000 Placement Bonus via Talent Torch

About the Role
An established and growing environmental consultancy is seeking a passionate Ecologist with a strong focus on bats to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a particular interest in bat ecology to take a lead in designing and delivering projects involving bat surveys, mitigation, and licensing.

You’ll work on a diverse range of projects across infrastructure, renewable energy, and conservation sectors, collaborating with a multi-skilled and supportive team of ecologists, ornithologists, and environmental planners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support bat surveys including emergence/re-entry, transects, and static detector deployment.
• Prepare and review ecological reports including PEAs, EcIAs, and HRA reports, with a bat-specialist lens.
• Licence applications and mitigation plans for bat species.
• Analyse bat data using specialist software (e.g., Analook, Kaleidoscope, BatExplorer).
• Support junior team members and contribute to internal bat training and best practice.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and statutory bodies to guide projects through planning and licensing stages.
• Input into project management, field scheduling, and fee proposals.
  
  

About You
You’ll be a proactive, technically-strong ecologist with a demonstrable interest and skillset in bat ecology. You’re comfortable working independently and as part of a team, and keen to be part of a consultancy that genuinely values innovation, integrity, and ecology-led decision-making.

Essential:

• Relevant degree in Ecology or related subject.
• At least 2 years of UK-based consultancy experience.
• Strong bat identification skills and experience leading bat surveys.
• Experience analysing bat data using specialist software.
• Excellent written communication and report writing skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for fieldwork.
  
  

Desirable:

• NE or SNH Bat Survey Licence (Level 2 or above).
• Experience in mitigation design and licensing for bat species.
• Knowledge of wider ecological survey techniques.
• Membership of CIEEM or working towards it.
  
  

Why Join?

• Collaborative, forward-thinking, and genuinely ecology-first culture
• Exciting range of projects including renewables, infrastructure, and conservation
• Generous TOIL system and flexible hybrid working
• Ongoing CPD and support toward chartership/licensing
• £2,000 placement bonus via Talent Torch
  
  

Apply Now
Ready to take the next step in your ecology career with a company that values your expertise and supports your growth? Apply today or contact Talent Torch in confidence to find out more.

• Email your CV to talent@talent-torch.co.uk
• Apply online at www.talent-torch.co.uk/vacancies

*How the Placement Bonus Works: Earn the stated bonus when you secure this job through Talent Torch. You’ll receive 50% of the bonus within 14 days of employer payment, and the remaining 50% after completing 90 days in the role. Direct applications or jobs secured via other means aren’t eligible. Subject to Terms & Conditions available on our website.