Senior Ecologist

ABOUT US

Be a part of an extraordinary journey to protect the natural environment, enhance
biodiversity, and combat the climate emergency across the UK.

With a legacy of over 30 years, we stand at the forefront as one of the UK’s leading
independent consultancies specialising in the natural environment. Our commitment lies in
supporting businesses across diverse industries to protect the natural environment, champion
and restore biodiversity, and combat the climate emergency.

With our innovative and bespoke solutions, we empower our clients to meet their environmental
obligations, achieve positive and sustainable project outcomes, and embrace opportunities to
connect with the natural world.

WHAT WE DO

• Biodiversity Net Gain and Nature-based Solutions
• Corporate ESG advice
• Protected species surveying, monitoring, licensing, and mitigation
• Habitat and botanical assessments
• Major projects and large infrastructure ecology support
• Tree surveys, strategies, and all aspects of professional advice
• GIS, drones, and mapping

From pioneering approaches to ensure a flourishing ecosystem, assisting industry leaders to
uphold their environmental commitments, to shaping responsible practices for energy providers,
and safeguarding vulnerable inhabitants of our natural habitats, we work on a variety of
projects delivering nature positive outcomes for others to follow.

That’s not all. Every year, we invest our profits in our local Wildlife Trust. Our investment
supports the valuable work they undertake, to bring wildlife back, and to help people act for
nature.

THE ROLE

Over the last 30 years, the company’s ecological practice has developed a strong reputation and
proven track record as a leader in the field. The Major Projects Team was established to
provide ecological support to high-value, long-term schemes across the country, including large
infrastructure projects.

As a Senior Ecologist you will spend most of your time on-site ensuring the delivery of
projects are compliant with ecological best practice, wildlife legislation and approved
protected species method statements.

Your regular activities will include:

• Client liaison and project planning.
• Leading a team of ecologists in on site implementation of mitigation schemes.
• Ecological site supervision of contractors.
• Constraints mapping and marking out.
• Leading and completing surveys for multiple species.
• Data collection and reporting.
• Post completion monitoring.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate will be an experienced field ecologist with a passion for delivering
practical ecology. With demonstrable mitigation experience for multiple protected species, they
will hold a minimum of one protected species licence and be working towards others.

With good interpersonal skills, they will have the ability to lead and coach others, and be
able to communicate clearly and confidently with clients, contractors, and their peers.

Working in sometimes dynamic environments, they will be a self-starter, able to adapt to
changing situations and take a pragmatic, solutions-based approach to working with others.

Alongside practical field skills, they will be IT literate and confident in using Microsoft
Office Applications.

A valid CSCS card is desirable.

LIFE AT MIDDLEMARCH

Our team of over 100 passionate natural environment specialists share an unwavering
love and commitment for nature and drive to make a meaningful difference in the world.

Together, we:

• cultivate work-life balance, making sure our people are happy, healthy, and able to manage
  their daily lives in the right way.
• foster a supportive environment to empower each other to unlock our full potential.
• nurture trust and commitment through open, honest dialogue and constructive feedback.

As a people-focused and values-led consultancy, you’ll receive all the support you need to
develop as individuals and grow your careers. We offer exceptional benefits, including 25 days
of annual leave, increasing to a maximum of 35 at senior management level, flexible working, an
annual performance-related bonus, employee assistance program, Time Off in Lieu offering the
opportunity for extended periods of leave and professional development and training support
opportunities.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Please submit your current CV and covering letter outlining the skills and experience you have
for the position.

Middlemarch celebrates diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and is committed to providing
fair and equal access to opportunities for all candidates.

Successful applications will be contacted within 7 days from the close of the application.

All successful applicants must provide proof of their right to work in the UK before a job
offer can be confirmed.