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Senior EcologistBNGSurreySpecialise in BNG?Looking for a position where ecology, planning and rural land management genuinely work hand in hand?This is an exciting opportunity to join an established, award winning property consultancy in Surrey. Working within their expanding Planning and Rural teams, you'll collaborate closely with Surveyors, Planners and Architectural staff to deliver ecological advice across a diverse portfolio of rural and development projects.With a strong client base that includes farming businesses, private and public landowners, and developers, this role offers the chance to shape biodiversity outcomes across agricultural land and development schemes, particularly where BNG presents significant opportunity.What's in it for you?Competitive salary (DOE)Clear career progressionOpportunity to work across Planning, Rural, Land & New Homes and Estate Agency teamsSupportive, collaborative multi-disciplinary environmentExposure to a broad and loyal client baseLong-term professional development in BNG and rural land strategyThe RoleYou will work across both Planning and Rural teams, delivering ecological services that support planning applications and rural land management strategies.Key responsibilities will include:Undertaking ecological surveys and preparing associated reports, including PEAs, protected species surveys, EcIAs and BNG calculationsApplying and advising on the Natural England Biodiversity Metric 4.0Identifying and designing optimal enhancement measures, particularly on agricultural land, to deliver off-site BNG solutionsAdvising internal project teams on ecological legislation, planning policy and best practice guidanceDeveloping mitigation and enhancement strategies for a wide range of sitesLiaising with Local Authority Ecologists and appointed consultantsRepresenting clients as a professional witness where requiredManaging and supervising sub-contractors where appropriateMaintaining up-to-date knowledge of ecological legislation, policy and emerging best practiceThis role is about delivering practical, policy-led ecological advice that balances environmental enhancement with real-world land management and development needs.About YouDegree in Ecology or a related disciplineFull membership of CIEEM (MCIEEM preferred)Minimum 3 years' experience in ecological consultancy or practiceStrong working knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, planning policy and guidanceExperience preparing PEAs, protected species surveys and EcIAsFamiliarity with Biodiversity Net Gain and Natural England's Biodiversity Metric 4.0Confident communicator, able to liaise diplomatically with clients, colleagues and regulatorsAwareness of health and safety requirementsFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicleWhat's Next?For an open conversation, call Simon on 01780 480530, email , or message me via LinkedIn.If your CV isn't completely up to date, don't worry, send over what you have and we'll take it from there.What happens after I apply?You'll be contacted by one of our sector specialists who'll talk through your background, interests, and goals.We'll make sure the role is right for you and support you through each stage of the process.Will someone guide me through the interview process?Yes. Your consultant will brief you fully before interviews, provide insight into the company culture, and help you prepare so you can feel confident and well-informed.JBRP1_UKTJ