Associate Ecologist – Biodiversity Net Gain & Ecology

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established environmental consultancy in Leeds for an Associate Ecologist with strong experience in biodiversity net gain (BNG), ecological assessment, and planning. This is an excellent opportunity to step into an Associate-level role, leading ecological input on projects, mentoring junior staff, and helping grow ecology services across the North of England.

🌱 The Role

As an Associate Ecologist, you will play a key part in delivering ecological services across a varied portfolio of development and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include:

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Leading ecological assessments and biodiversity net gain (BNG) strategies from concept to completion

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Producing high-quality ecological reports (EcIA, BNG reports, habitat management plans) for planning submissions

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Providing technical ecological input to planning teams, developers, local authorities, and statutory consultee...