Associate to Associate Director of Ecology
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_1760030382
Post Date:09. 10. 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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