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