Are you passionate about making a real difference to biodiversity and natural capital in one of the UK’s most dynamic landscapes? Do you have experience working with local authorities or conservation organisations and want to take your career to the next level? If so, a Council in East Anglia want YOU to join their team as Principal Ecologist and help shape the future of their local natural environment!
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive Hourly Pay
- Hybrid Working: Flexibility to balance home and office working for that perfect work-life harmony.
- Contract: Initial 3-month contract with potential for extension – we’re looking for long-term collaborators to drive real impact!
What They’re Looking For:
- Experience: At least 3 years of post-graduate experience with a local authority or conservation organisation, with expertise in biodiversity and green infrastructure planning.
- Passion: A deep understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and its application in real-world projects.
- Knowledge: A solid understanding of UK and EU environmental legislation, planning policy, and wildlife legislation.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in GIS and other ICT tools for ecological assessments, plus experience in ecosystem services and natural capital.
- Qualification: Relevant degree or equivalent experience in ecology or a closely related field.
- Drive: A full driving license and access to a vehicle to support field-based tasks.
Your Role:
As Principal Ecologist, you will be at the forefront of protecting and enhancing biodiversity across the local area, working closely with the Council and a range of partners. You’ll lead on impactful ecological projects, provide expert advice, and ensure the Council’s processes align with the latest environmental standards, including the Environment Act and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead efforts to manage and increase biodiversity and natural capital.
- Drive strategic advice, influencing local and regional plans with partnered organisations.
- Review and enhance internal processes to ensure effective responses to environmental legislation.
- Provide expert ecological guidance through the planning process, from development management to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects.
- Assess, review, and provide recommendations on biodiversity mitigation, BNG plans, and environmental impact strategies.
- Represent the Council at meetings with developers, planning committees, and appeals – be the voice of nature in decision-making!
Why East Anglia?
This Council offers a unique opportunity to work in one of the most important and ecologically rich landscapes in the UK. Your work will directly influence the way local and national infrastructure projects are developed with respect for nature, creating a lasting impact on the environment and the communities that depend on it.
Join them in this exciting journey to drive real change – we can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish together! 🌳
We would like to attract talent from all corners of the Property world for this role. Our commitment is to an equitable recruitment process so feel free to apply in any way that suits you, via WhatsApp, video message, CV, the more creative the better.
You can find my contact details below.
Mobile Number: 07378546945
Email: laura.haynes@oysterpartnership.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/laurahaynes12066
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