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Central London, London 109 The Print Rooms London SE1 0LH Mattinson Partnership Principal Ecologist Apply Now

Reference #: 23135_1761299705
Location: Central London, London
Salary: £50000 - £65000 per annum
Benefits: generous benefits
Sector: Environment & Water
Type: Permanent
Posted On: 24/10/2025

Principal Ecologist - Environmental Consultancy | Renewable Energy & Biodiversity

Location: Flexible - any of our client's offices across England / Hybrid.
Sector: Ecology | Environmental Consultancy | Renewable Energy

About the Role
Our client, a leading UK environmental consultancy, is looking for a Principal Ecologist to lead and deliver complex ecological projects across renewable energy, infrastructure, commercial, and residential sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of sustainable development and contribute to some of the UK's largest offshore wind, solar, and biodiversity enhancement projects.

What You'll Do

  • Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of ecological projects across the UK.

  • Prepare and review Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Habitat Regulations Assessments (HRA), and Environmental Statement (ES) chapters.

  • Deliver Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments using the Defra Biodiversity Metric, ensuring practical, measurable outcomes.

  • Lead consultation with Natural England, planning authorities, and key stakeholders.

  • Design and oversee ecological mitigation strategies and protected species licensing (bats, great crested newts, dormice, badgers, water vole).

  • Mentor and develop junior ecologists, fostering professional growth and technical excellence.

  • Manage project proposals, budgets, and client relationships in a consultancy environment.

What You'll Bring

  • Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, planning policy, and ecological assessment methodologies.

  • Proven experience leading ecological projects and designing mitigation strategies.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

  • Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field (MSc desirable).

  • CIEEM membership and at least one protected species licence (bats or great crested newt preferred).

  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Why Join Our Client
Our client champions innovation, collaboration, and professional development. As an accredited training provider, they offer structured career pathways, leadership qualifications, and opportunities to work on nationally significant projects that make a real environmental impact.

Join a company that values diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing - where your expertise helps shape a greener, more sustainable future.

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