Job Description

Title: Associate Ecologist

Salary: £60 - £70K (DoE)

Location: London, Bristol, Edinburgh

Ref: EC250822

About the Company:

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy at the forefront of planning, design, environment, and infrastructure in the UK. Committed to sustainability and inclusive growth, the company empowers its people to shape better outcomes for clients, communities, and the natural world.

With a strong environmental division and growing presence, it offers a collaborative, forward-thinking culture focused on innovation, career development, and knowledge-sharing. Employees benefit from flexible working, structured progression, and a competitive benefits package including generous leave, pension contributions, and support for accreditation.

Team members contribute to high-profile, ecologically significant projects within a stable and supportive business that values expertise and long-term growth.

About the role:

This is a fantastic opportunity to take a senior leadership role in a fast-growing Ecology team within a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy. You will deliver high-quality ecological advice across diverse projects, including residential, energy, infrastructure, and mixed-use developments.

This career-defining role offers greater responsibility and influence, including helping to grow the team, mentoring junior staff, and supporting business development. With access to high-profile projects and a strong development framework, it provides excellent potential for long-term growth within an ambitious and resilient company.

About you:

You’re a motivated and experienced ecologist with 10+ years in UK consultancy, specialising in planning-led projects across urban, residential, and renewable sectors. You’re confident leading teams, managing projects, and delivering high-quality technical outputs. You enjoy mentoring others and want to play a meaningful role in team development and business growth.

You’re looking for a role that offers real influence, career progression, and the chance to grow with a supportive and ambitious consultancy.

You bring:

• Expertise in BNG (DEFRA Metric 4.0+), EIA, and EcIA
• Strong report writing, review, and project management skills
• Protected species licences (e.g. bats, GCN, dormouse)
• Degree in ecology/environment and Full CIEEM membership (Chartered or working toward)

A great opportunity to lead major projects, shape strategy, and grow your career in a thriving consultancy.

Please email Caitlin at caitlin@locri.co.uk if you have any questions.