Senior EcologistLocation: Essex (hybrid/field based)Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 (dependent on experience)Our client is a respected and expanding ecological consultancy based in Essex, delivering high-quality ecological services to a broad range of residential, commercial and infrastructure projects. With continued growth, they are now seeking a Senior Ecologist to play a key role in leading projects and supporting the development of their ecology team.This position is ideal for an experienced consultant looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive, forward-thinking consultancy.PerksCompetitive salary of 30,000 - 40,000 DOEFlexible and supportive working environmentOpportunities to progress into more senior or management rolesOngoing professional development and licence supportA varied workload across interesting and high-profile projectsThe RoleYou will take responsibility for managing projects from inception to delivery, providing technical input, and mentoring junior staff. You will be hands-on in both fieldwork and report writing while helping to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high professional standard.Key responsibilities will include:Leading Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Phase 1 habitat surveys and protected species surveysDesigning and overseeing mitigation strategies and ecological inputs to development projectsProducing and reviewing technical reports, including Ecological Impact AssessmentsManaging client relationships and prov