Director of Ecology

One of the UK’s leading multi-disciplinary environmental consultancies are seeking a Director of Ecology, to lead team on projects throughout the UK. Having recently adopted a new, exciting 5-year Strategic Plan, the addition of a new Director of Ecology is required to cover projects that offer the greatest opportunity to create better futures for people, nature and place.

This role would suit a highly experienced ecological consultants with broad-ranging technical, commercial and leadership experience.

The Role:

* Contribution to team-wide strategy and resource development.
* Further development and delivery of Ecology services in London and the south east, with support from Board Director for Ecology and other senior members of the London team.
* Working alongside the Ecology Leadership Team to inspire, motivate and lead our existing team of enthusiastic ecologists and ornithologists.
* Development and implementation of operational and scientific best practice in relation to ecological survey and assessment and team management.
* Delivery of a wide range of ecological consultancy projects, with full accountability for resourcing, delivery and financial performance.
* Representing the business externally at industry and best practice events.

Qualifications / Requirements:

* Significant experience on UK Ecological surveying, specifically in leadership positions
* Demonstrable business development experience and capability
* Expert understanding on UK Ecological surveying techniques, assessment methods and policies.
* Experience working alongside both public and private sector clientele (advantageous)
* Strong understanding of ecological legislation and policy, and the development planning process in the UK.
* Knowledge of English Nature Conservation legislation and policy
* Understanding of English development management process.

Benefits:

* WFH Setup allowance
* 25 days annual leave
* Paid leave for volunteering
* Group life cover (4 x salary)
* Income protection insurance for long term illness
* Profit share (employee-owned business!)
* Professional memberships / qualifications financial support
* Cycle to work scheme and railcards.
* Healthcare benefits
* Field wear allowance
* Support for healthcare – flu jabs / eye tests etc

To apply, please follow the link on this page and submit an up-to-date CV. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding the opportunity, contact Damon Gormley on 0207 960 2586.