Principal Ecologist
Quick answer
EMEC Ecology, a subsidiary of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, is hiring a senior Principal Ecologist in Nottingham for a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of £50,000 - £60,000.
- Role
- Principal Ecologist
- Organization
- EMEC Ecology (subsidiary of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust)
- Location
- Nottingham
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £50,000 - £60,000 dependent upon experience
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Lead the Ecology department and take overall responsibility for its performance, quality, capacity and development. Line manage and develop Senior Ecologists, support professional development, and contribute to the direction and management of EMEC.
What you'll do
- Lead the Ecology department and take overall responsibility for its performance, quality, capacity and development.
- Line manage and develop our Senior Ecologists, supporting them to lead people and areas of technical expertise within the wider team.
- Lead the professional development of the Ecology team, ensuring people have clear development plans and access to training and experience, while building the skills and capability EMEC needs for the future.
- Set clear priorities and expectations for the team and create an environment in which people can perform well and develop professionally.
- Monitor and report on the performance of the department through appropriate operational, commercial and people KPIs.
What it takes
- Substantial experience in ecological consultancy and a strong breadth of ecological knowledge
- Experience leading and developing ecologists and creating effective, high-performing teams
- Strong technical judgement and experience reviewing and assuring complex ecological work
- Experience managing a portfolio of projects, resources and competing priorities
- Good commercial awareness, including project performance, budgets, forecasting and resource utilisation
- Experience working with clients and contributing to significant tenders and new opportunities
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Flexible working options, Generous employer pension contribution, Health payment plan, Personalised development programme
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Nottingham, UK.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is £50,000 - £60,000 dependent upon experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include substantial experience in ecological consultancy, experience leading and developing ecologists, strong technical judgement, experience managing a portfolio of projects, good commercial awareness, and experience working with clients.
How do I apply?
Submit a 2 page CV and 1 page cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements as detailed in the advert.
When are interviews scheduled?
Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 26th October and 2nd November.
How to apply
Apply directly on EMEC Ecology (subsidiary of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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