Principal Ecologist
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Environment BankEcology, Environmental
England, United KingdomFull-TimePrincipal
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in ecology, environmental science, biology or a related discipline (minimum requirement), with a postgraduate qualification desirable.
- Full or Associate CIEEM membership.
- FISC Level 3 (ideally Level 4) or equivalent botanical competency.
- Proven experience leading ecological surveys and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, including complex sites, with strong technical expertise in UK habitat classification, species identification, conservation priorities, and use of the Statutory Biodiversity Metric and GIS software.
- Strong analytical and project leadership experience, delivering feasibility assessments, site approvals and habitat planning across multiple projects.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including producing high‑quality landowner-facing documents, presenting technical information clearly, and building effective working relationships.
- Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites across the country.
Responsibilities
- Lead on the identification, appraisal and progression of multiple Habitat Bank projects, including complex sites, from initial enquiry through to commercial offer, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and objectives.
- Undertake ecological surveys, including site walkovers, UK Habitat Classification, and habitat condition assessments (ranging from simple to complex habitats), alongside early-stage feasibility assessments, evaluating ecological potential, constraints, BNG suitability and deliverability, and recommending whether sites should progress to offer.
- Manage and prioritise a pipeline of opportunities, assessing ecological value, strategic fit and commercial viability.
- Analyse ecological data and complete Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments using the Statutory Biodiversity Metric, determining baseline units and uplift potential.
- Develop concept Habitat Bank designs, setting out habitat creation and enhancement opportunities for a range of sites, including complex projects.
- Produce high-quality written outputs, GIS mapping and commercial offer materials, clearly communicating site potential and supporting landowner engagement. Lead on the development of internal documents, alongside the Head of Offers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners and stakeholders, acting as a key technical contact and supporting client visits alongside the internal sales team.
- Mentor and support colleagues, contribute to team development, and stay current with ecological research and BNG/Natural Capital best practice to improve delivery and decision‑making.
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