Associate Ecologist
Salary/Rate:£50,000 - £70,000 per annum + Healthcare, pension, holidays
Job Type:Hybrid
Contract Type:Perm
Town/City:Exeter
County:Devon
Sector:Land and Planning
Job ref:JN -082025-84158_1765381233
Post Date:10. 12. 2025
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Meet Our Recruiter
Sue Greeff
Candidate Manager - Residential development, town planning, infrastructure and renewables
About the Role
A senior leadership opportunity for an experienced ecologist to play a key role in the strategic direction of a growing consultancy. You'll lead on the delivery of complex, high-profile projects, manage and develop a talented ecology team, and drive client relationships across a broad range of sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership as part of the senior management team.
- Lead complex ecological projects, from inception through to delivery.
- Manage and mentor a team of ecologists, supporting professional development.
- Oversee and review technical outputs including EcIAs, HRAs, BNG assessments, ES chapters and management plans.
- Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
- Contribute to business development and commercial strategy.
What You'll Bring
- Relevant degree in ecology or related subject.
- Extensive consultancy experience at senior level.
- Proven staff management and leadership skills.
- Excellent communication and client-facing ability.
- Confidence in technical report preparation and review.
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business growth.
- Full membership of CIEEM (Chartered status desirable).
- Full UK driving licence.
Salary & Benefits
- £50,000 - £70,000
- Pension
- Healthcare
- Annual profit share scheme.
- Flexible working between office, home, and site.
- Ongoing training, mentoring, and career development.
- Supportive, values-led culture within an employee-owned business.
Why Apply?
- Play a central role in shaping and leading a respected ecology team.
- Work on an exciting portfolio of varied and complex projects.
- Benefit from employee-ownership profit sharing and a collaborative culture.
- Enjoy career progression, flexible working, and meaningful environmental impact.
When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399.
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