Senior Ecologist

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Full time
Location: London
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Job offered by: Environment Bank
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A little bit about us At Environment Bank (EB) we're rewriting the rulebook when it comes to Biodiversity in line with our collective purpose of ‘a new plan for the planet’. Our commitment to biodiversity is not just a buzzword; it's the beating heart of our business. With significant investments secured, we are revolutionising the industry with action-orientated change, turning our bold plan for the planet into a reality through privately funded landscape-scale nature recovery. The EB tribe are a diverse group of talented individuals, who bring different experiences, ideas and much more. Together, we've experienced remarkable growth recently, and the best part… We're just getting started. We believe that work should be fulfilling, inspiring, and balanced. From wellness programs to flexible arrangements, we've got your back and are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. So, if you're ready to be part of a driven organisation that's making a real difference in the world, join us at Environment Bank. About the role As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead on securing, creating and monitoring EB's network of sites across England with a particular focus in your defined geographical region. This will involve a wide range of responsibilities supported by EB's team of ecologists, land managers and the wider project delivery team. You will progress and manage all aspects of creating large scale nature recovery projects - Habitat Banks.

We are looking for experienced candidates throughout England. Responsibilities Lead and manage Habitat Bank projects from initiation to creation and beyond, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and objectives. Undertake ecological survey work including site walkovers, UK Habitat Classification, habitat condition assessment and more specialised botanical survey work as necessary, with support and supervision from senior staff when necessary. Analyse ecological data, interpret findings, and prepare Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and calculations utilising the Statutory Biodiversity Metric. Lead on habitat design and creation of Habitat Management Plans and associated strategies with technical support from the wider team as needed, including digital mapping and presentation of habitat baselines and habitat creation proposals using GIS. Liaison and relationship building with landowners and other stakeholders throughout the Habitat Bank process. Lead on organising and undertaking monitoring surveys for existing Habitat Banks and liaising with landowners and land managers to discuss and adapt management plans, with support and supervision from senior staff as appropriate. Minimum Requirements A minimum of a bachelor's degree in ecology, environmental science, biology, or a related field. A postgraduate degree in ecology or a specialised area of study is desirable. CIEEM Full or Associate Membership. FISC Level 4 – or equivalent botanical skills as per the Botanical Field Skill Pyramid. Proven experience conducting ecological surveys and assessments for Biodiversity Net Gain, use of the Statutory Biodiversity Metric and GIS tools. Solid grounding in knowledge of UK ecology, including species identification, habitat classification, and conservation issues. Experience in practical habitat creation and management techniques within an NGO or agricultural setting e.g. conservation grazing or forestry management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret ecological data and provide evidence-based recommendations. Valid driving license and willingness to travel to various project sites across the UK. Environment Bank is a fantastic, modern place to work with wellbeing being at the heart of our business. We have built a cohesive team which is incredibly collaborative and approachable at all levels, and as a result we have grown significantly over the past 24 months and are set for further growth. We have secured significant investment which has enabled us to become industry leaders, starting to make our ambitions for delivering our new plan for the planet a reality. Benefits Competitive salary Full time, 35 hours per week Remote working with regional/departmental co-working days as organised Annual company performance-related bonus 30 days holiday, plus bank holidays, birthday and wellness day Option to purchase 5 additional days of holiday Salary sacrifice pension scheme with 6% employer contribution Salary sacrifice electric car leasing scheme Medical cash back scheme 3x death in service cover

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