Job Description

Senior Ecologist + £1,500 Placement Bonus

Location: Cambridge (Hybrid Working – 1–2 days WFH)
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000
£1,500 Placement Bonus*

Join a thriving environmental consultancy making a real impact in sustainable development across the UK.

About the Company

My client is a respected environmental consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality ecological and environmental solutions across multiple sectors — including infrastructure, renewables, residential, industrial, and transport.

With a growing Cambridge team, they pride themselves on collaboration, professional development, and creating an environment where every team member can thrive. You’ll be supported by experienced ecologists and given opportunities to lead projects, mentor others, and continue building your technical expertise.

The Role

We’re seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Ecologist with around 4–5 years’ experience to join the Cambridge office.

You’ll lead and deliver a broad range of ecological projects, manage survey programmes, support junior team members, and play an active role in client liaison and business development.

If you meet 80% or more of what’s listed, we still want to hear from you — transferable skills and enthusiasm are just as valuable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead team members and manage aspects of team delivery
  
  
• Plan and resource ecological surveys
  
  
• Undertake a full range of surveys, including specialist work
  
  
• Produce high-quality ecological reports (including EIA and specialist assessments)
  
  
• Provide input to tenders, budgets, and project timelines
  
  
• Liaise directly with clients and address technical queries confidently
  
  
• Mentor junior colleagues and support their development
  
  
• Ensure all work complies with health & safety requirements
  
  
• Contribute to business development and client engagement
  
  

About You

Qualifications:

• BSc in Ecology or similar (MSc desirable)
  
  
• Associate member of CIEEM (progressing to Full Member)
  
  

Technical Skills & Experience:

• Proficient in PEA/UK Habitat Survey (including complex and rare habitats)
  
  
• Competent in a full range of protected species surveys
  
  
• Hold protected species licences (e.g. GCN, Dormouse, Bat)
  
  
• Excellent report writing and data analysis skills
  
  
• Good GIS or equivalent mapping ability
  
  
• Strong knowledge of UK/EU wildlife legislation and planning policy
  
  
• Experience across varied sectors (e.g. quarry, road, energy, industrial)
  
  
• Ability to review reports, guide junior staff, and contribute to template design
  
  

What’s on Offer

• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays
  
  
• Option to buy 5 extra days’ leave or take 5 unpaid
  
  
• Private Healthcare
  
  
• Life Insurance
  
  
• Royal London Pension (5% employer contribution)
  
  
• Drive Electric car scheme
  
  
• Paid professional subscriptions (up to £750/year)
  
  
• Wider Wallet Benefits scheme
  
  
• Free eye tests & winter flu jab
  
  
• Employee referral scheme
  
  
• Long service award
  
  

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced ecologist looking for your next challenge with a forward-thinking consultancy, get in touch today.

Apply via Talent Torch or email ben@talenttorch.co.uk
£1,500 Placement Bonus applies if you secure this role through Talent Torch.

How the Placement Bonus Works

Secure this role through Talent Torch and earn a £1,500 bonus.

• 50% paid within 14 days of employer payment.
• 50% paid after completing 90 days in the role.
• Direct applications or jobs secured via other means aren’t eligible.
• Full Terms & Conditions available on our website.