Senior-Principal Ecologist
Hybrid – Scotland
£35,000 – £45,000 DOE

Our client, a respected environmental and land management organisation, is seeking a Senior to Principal Ecologist to join their expanding Scottish team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ecology professional looking to step into a leadership-focused role within a mission-driven, forward-thinking organisation.

The Role:

As a Senior or Principal Ecologist, you will take responsibility for leading ecological projects across Scotland, providing high-quality technical input, managing client relationships, and supporting the development of junior colleagues. You’ll play a key part in delivering nature-positive outcomes, strengthening ecological strategy, and shaping future service growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead ecological surveys, assessments, and reporting across a range of habitats and project types
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring high-quality outputs and compliance with legislation and best practice
• Manage and nurture client relationships, acting as a trusted technical advisor
• Guide, mentor, and support the development of early-career ecologists
• Contribute to tenders, proposals, and business development activities
• Represent ecology expertise in collaborative, multidisciplinary project teams

About You:

• Strong professional experience in ecology at Senior or Principal level
• Confident in delivering and reviewing ecological assessments and reports
• Solid understanding of Scottish habitats, legislation, and planning systems
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• Protected species licences and specialist skills are advantageous
• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary £35,000 – £45,000 DOE
• Hybrid working with flexibility on office/home balance
• Supportive culture with opportunities for rapid progression
• Meaningful work contributing to ecological enhancement across Scotland

For more information – Please call James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment