Location
Central London

Hours
Full Time - standard office hours (exact hours to be confirmed)

Salary
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Ecologist with specialist knowledge in Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) to join our team. The successful candidate will undertake Biodiversity Net Gain assessments including feasibility, baseline, and post-works assessments. You will apply your strong botanical skills and knowledge of UK habitat surveys, habitat condition assessments, and the Defra Biodiversity Metric to support ecological projects. The role involves preparing high-quality ecological reports such as Preliminary Ecological Assessments, Ecological Impact Assessments, and Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans (HMMPs). You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with biodiversity legislation and policy, contributing to sustainable development and environmental enhancement initiatives.

Experience
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), or actively working towards this. Strong botanical skills, preferably holding at least Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) level 4 or demonstrable botanical ability at this level. Proven experience in undertaking Biodiversity Net Gain assessments including feasibility, baseline, and post-works assessments. Good report writing skills with experience in authoring Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans (HMMPs), Preliminary Ecological Assessments, and Ecological Impact Assessments. Strong working knowledge and experience of UK habitat survey methodologies, habitat condition assessments, and the Defra Biodiversity Metric. Comprehensive understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain legislation, policy, natural environment, and wildlife legislation.

About you
Detail-oriented and methodical with excellent analytical and communication skills. Able to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Enthusiastic about biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. Holds a full UK/EEC driving licence to support site visits and fieldwork.

Qualifications
Membership or active pursuit of membership of CIEEM. Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) level 4 or equivalent botanical expertise. Relevant ecological or environmental science degree or equivalent professional experience.