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Associate Director of EcologyCobalt Recruitment • Exeter, England, GB
Associate Director of Ecology

Associate Director of Ecology

Cobalt Recruitment • Exeter, England, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Candidate Manager specialising in Residential Development, Town Planning, Infrastructure, Ecology, EIA and Renewable Energy

A senior leadership opportunity for an experienced ecologist to play a key role in the strategic direction of a growing consultancy. You’ll lead on the delivery of complex, high-profile projects, manage and develop a talented ecology team, and drive client relationships across a broad range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership as part of the senior management team
  • Lead complex ecological projects, from inception through to delivery
  • Manage and mentor a team of ecologists, supporting professional development
  • Oversee and review technical outputs including EcIAs, HRAs, BNG assessments, ES chapters and management plans
  • Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
  • Contribute to business development and commercial strategy

What You’ll Bring

  • Relevant degree in ecology or related subject
  • Extensive consultancy experience at senior level
  • Proven staff management and leadership skills
  • Excellent communication and client-facing ability
  • Confidence in technical report preparation and review
  • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business growth
  • Full membership of CIEEM (Chartered status desirable)
  • Full UK driving licence

Salary & Benefits

  • Pension
  • Flexible working between office, home, and site
  • Ongoing training, mentoring, and career development
  • Supportive, values-led culture within an employee-owned business

Why Apply?

  • Play a central role in shaping and leading a respected ecology team
  • Work on an exciting portfolio of varied and complex projects
  • Benefit from employee-ownership profit sharing and a collaborative culture
  • Enjoy career progression, flexible working, and meaningful environmental impact

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399.

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