Senior/Principal
Posted on Jul 14, 2026 by CV-Library
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Consultancy
Immediate Start
£40k - £50k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Ecologist
£40,000 - £50,000
Ipswich
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ecologist to join a well-established, award-winning environmental consultancy through a specialist recruitment partner. With over 35 years of experience, the business delivers expert ecology, landscape architecture, arboriculture and biodiversity services across residential, commercial, infrastructure and public sector projects. The company is recognised for providing innovative, sustainable solutions and investing in the development of its people.
As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead ecological surveys and assessments, produce high-quality technical reports, manage projects from inception to completion, provide ecological advice to clients, support Biodiversity Net Gain delivery and mentor junior ecologists. The successful Senior Ecologist will be based near Ipswich, working on a diverse range of exciting projects throughout the region.
What's on offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible and hybrid working
Ongoing CPD and structured career development
Support towards professional memberships and licences
Varied project portfolio across multiple sectors
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Long-term career progression opportunitiesRequirements:
Experience working as a Senior Ecologist or in a similar consultancy role
Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
Strong knowledge of UK protected species, habitats and planning legislation
Excellent report writing and project management skills
Full UK driving licence
Full right to work in the UK
Living in or within a commutable distance of the Ipswich office
CIEEM membership or protected species licences are advantageousIf you're an ambitious Senior Ecologist looking to take the next step in your career, this Senior Ecologist opportunity offers the chance to join a forward-thinking consultancy where your expertise will make a real impact while working from the Ipswich area
If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
£40,000 - £50,000
Ipswich
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ecologist to join a well-established, award-winning environmental consultancy through a specialist recruitment partner. With over 35 years of experience, the business delivers expert ecology, landscape architecture, arboriculture and biodiversity services across residential, commercial, infrastructure and public sector projects. The company is recognised for providing innovative, sustainable solutions and investing in the development of its people.
As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead ecological surveys and assessments, produce high-quality technical reports, manage projects from inception to completion, provide ecological advice to clients, support Biodiversity Net Gain delivery and mentor junior ecologists. The successful Senior Ecologist will be based near Ipswich, working on a diverse range of exciting projects throughout the region.
What's on offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible and hybrid working
Ongoing CPD and structured career development
Support towards professional memberships and licences
Varied project portfolio across multiple sectors
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Long-term career progression opportunitiesRequirements:
Experience working as a Senior Ecologist or in a similar consultancy role
Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
Strong knowledge of UK protected species, habitats and planning legislation
Excellent report writing and project management skills
Full UK driving licence
Full right to work in the UK
Living in or within a commutable distance of the Ipswich office
CIEEM membership or protected species licences are advantageousIf you're an ambitious Senior Ecologist looking to take the next step in your career, this Senior Ecologist opportunity offers the chance to join a forward-thinking consultancy where your expertise will make a real impact while working from the Ipswich area
If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
Reference: 225370520
https://jobs.careeraddict.com/post/113557978
Senior/Principal
Posted on Jul 14, 2026 by CV-Library
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Consultancy
Immediate Start
£40k - £50k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Ecologist
£40,000 - £50,000
Ipswich
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ecologist to join a well-established, award-winning environmental consultancy through a specialist recruitment partner. With over 35 years of experience, the business delivers expert ecology, landscape architecture, arboriculture and biodiversity services across residential, commercial, infrastructure and public sector projects. The company is recognised for providing innovative, sustainable solutions and investing in the development of its people.
As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead ecological surveys and assessments, produce high-quality technical reports, manage projects from inception to completion, provide ecological advice to clients, support Biodiversity Net Gain delivery and mentor junior ecologists. The successful Senior Ecologist will be based near Ipswich, working on a diverse range of exciting projects throughout the region.
What's on offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible and hybrid working
Ongoing CPD and structured career development
Support towards professional memberships and licences
Varied project portfolio across multiple sectors
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Long-term career progression opportunitiesRequirements:
Experience working as a Senior Ecologist or in a similar consultancy role
Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
Strong knowledge of UK protected species, habitats and planning legislation
Excellent report writing and project management skills
Full UK driving licence
Full right to work in the UK
Living in or within a commutable distance of the Ipswich office
CIEEM membership or protected species licences are advantageousIf you're an ambitious Senior Ecologist looking to take the next step in your career, this Senior Ecologist opportunity offers the chance to join a forward-thinking consultancy where your expertise will make a real impact while working from the Ipswich area
If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
£40,000 - £50,000
Ipswich
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ecologist to join a well-established, award-winning environmental consultancy through a specialist recruitment partner. With over 35 years of experience, the business delivers expert ecology, landscape architecture, arboriculture and biodiversity services across residential, commercial, infrastructure and public sector projects. The company is recognised for providing innovative, sustainable solutions and investing in the development of its people.
As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead ecological surveys and assessments, produce high-quality technical reports, manage projects from inception to completion, provide ecological advice to clients, support Biodiversity Net Gain delivery and mentor junior ecologists. The successful Senior Ecologist will be based near Ipswich, working on a diverse range of exciting projects throughout the region.
What's on offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible and hybrid working
Ongoing CPD and structured career development
Support towards professional memberships and licences
Varied project portfolio across multiple sectors
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Long-term career progression opportunitiesRequirements:
Experience working as a Senior Ecologist or in a similar consultancy role
Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
Strong knowledge of UK protected species, habitats and planning legislation
Excellent report writing and project management skills
Full UK driving licence
Full right to work in the UK
Living in or within a commutable distance of the Ipswich office
CIEEM membership or protected species licences are advantageousIf you're an ambitious Senior Ecologist looking to take the next step in your career, this Senior Ecologist opportunity offers the chance to join a forward-thinking consultancy where your expertise will make a real impact while working from the Ipswich area
If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position
Reference: 225370520
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