Senior Ecologist

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Please note: This is a remote role but you must be based in the South East or within 1 hour of Manchester or Leeds.

Shape the Future of Ecology – Your Way.

Are you an experienced ecologist ready to step into a role where your ideas are valued, your career is supported, and your work genuinely makes a difference? At Lucion, we’re building something special – and we want you to be part of it.

We’re on the lookout for a driven and collaborative Senior Ecology Consultant to help lead our expanding ecology offering. You’ll work on a variety of high-profile and meaningful projects across the UK, with the flexibility and trust to do your best work – whether that’s from home, in the field, or with colleagues.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading a wide range of habitat and protected species surveys.
• Delivering high-quality reports, including PEAs, EcIAs, and management plans.
• Supporting clients with planning, mitigation, and licensing advice.
• Mentoring junior consultants and shaping our growing ecology team.
• Working with purpose-led clients across sectors like infrastructure, energy, and development.
• Contributing to innovations in biodiversity net gain, nature-based solutions, and more.

What We’re Looking For:

• At least 4 years of consultancy experience.
• Strong field skills and confidence in protected species identification and mitigation.
• Excellent report writing and client communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Real flexibility – work from anywhere, flex your hours, and focus on outputs.

A voice at the table – your input will help shape our ecology services and strategy.

Career growth – we’ll support you with training, mentoring, and a clear progression path.

Diverse projects – from habitat creation to BNG and environmental impact work.

Values-led culture – we care about people, the planet, and doing the right thing.

Great benefits – competitive salary, company car scheme, enhanced leave, and more.

Ready to make your mark?

We’re not just filling a role – we’re building a team of people who care about the environment and each other. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for an informal chat.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Consulting