Senior Consultant - Ecology

Senior Consultant - Ecology

Cura Terrae Land and Nature

Manchester or Sheffield, United Kingdom

The Opportunity

As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a Senior Ecologist to support the delivery of a wide range of multi-disciplinary projects across the UK.

Whether you're aiming to advance your career, build your leadership skills, or share your expertise with others, you’ll be joining a highly respected team with a long-standing reputation for quality and client care.

You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals who take pride in delivering high standards across all stages of the project lifecycle — from survey to strategy.

About the Role

As a Senior Ecologist, you’ll:

• Lead and support ecological surveys and assessments;
• Prepare and review high-quality technical reports;
• Support the development of junior ecologists;
• Contribute to proposals and project planning;
• Work collaboratively across disciplines to deliver integrated solutions;
• Help maintain and grow strong client relationships.

You’ll be empowered to take on more responsibility, contribute to business growth, and develop your own specialism within our team.

About You

You're an experienced ecologist with a deep understanding of UK habitats, species, and relevant legislation, and you're confident managing a range of ecological tasks from fieldwork to reporting.

You’re also someone who:

• Has a background in ecological consultancy;
• Holds a relevant undergraduate degree (and ideally a postgraduate qualification);
• Brings experience in habitat and protected species assessments;
• Has a strong track record in report writing and quality assurance;
• Holds protected species survey and/or mitigation licences (advantageous);
• Is a full member of CIEEM (advantageous);
• Can manage complex projects with minimal supervision;
• Enjoys supporting and mentoring junior colleagues;
• Brings a proactive, flexible approach to a dynamic workload;
• Has an eye for detail and a commitment to best practice;
• Previous experience in business development or client liaison is beneficial, but not essential.