Associate Director of Ecology

Lanpro is a market leading multi-disciplinary consultancy who specialise in Environment led Planning and Design. We work on projects at all scales within town, semi-rural and rural contexts, across a variety of sectors that includes residential, historic sites and estates, renewable energy, infrastructure and mixed-use commercial developments. About Lanpro Lanpro is a fast growing, unique and rewarding environment. Through its agile team and comprehensive service, it has allowed growth nationwide. Our Group now has access to offices in Norwich, London, Cambridge, Manchester, Edinburgh, York, Bath, Glasgow, Milton Keynes, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter and Chelmsford. Our multidisciplinary service spans across multiple disciplines. Our Group offerings now include Planning, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Ecology, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Landscape Architecture, Architecture & Design, Arboriculture, Visualisation, Historic Environment, Acoustics, Air Quality, Civil Engineering, Geo-environmental, MEP Building Services, Structures, Sustainability, Transport & Highways, Utilities, Water & Flood Risk. We thrive on creating a culture and environment which provides a great variety of projects, recognition of success, continuous professional development and collaboration across an array of different professions. To find out more about our culture, please click here . We are proud that together, our teams are supporting delivery of some of the largest solar and battery storage schemes in the United Kingdom and Europe. We have a strong pipeline of opportunities across the energy, residential and infrastructure sectors. We offer an environment that is diverse, entrepreneurial and encourages innovation and your professional development. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. We are excited to build our talent pipeline for this role. We are seeking an Associate Director to provide leadership within our growing Ecology team. This role combines technical excellence with people management, client relationship management and business development responsibilities. This role is ideal for a leader looking to shape and grow a Northern ecology team, influence project outcomes, and contribute to the continued success of a multidisciplinary consultancy. Whilst this position will ideally be based in our York office we are open to candidates based in Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh with responsibility for leading and expanding our ecology presence across the North of England and beyond. Travel to other offices and project sites will be required as part of the role. Full time and part time working will be considered for this role. If successful, you will: Lead a team of ecologists, supporting performance, development and wellbeing. Manage key client accounts and develop new business opportunities. Oversee delivery of complex ecological projects and frameworks. Provide technical review and strategic advice on major projects. Support recruitment, succession planning and team growth. Lead bid preparation and contribute to framework submissions. Collaborate with Directors across the business to support multidisciplinary growth. Represent the company at industry events, strengthening brand and market presence Essential Requirements Degree (or equivalent) in Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline. Extensive consultancy experience including team leadership Strong technical expertise in: Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Proven experience managing clients and project portfolios. Experience managing team performance and utilisation. Strong commercial awareness and business development experience. Full membership of CIEEM. Full UK driving licence. Desirable Requirements Protected species licences. NSIP experience. Experience acting as Expert Witness. Experience leading multidisciplinary projects. As a valued employee of Lanpro, you can expect to feel looked after. We offer the following great benefits as standard: Day One Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement Death in service cover Centrally based City offices Hybrid working environment (flexible work) Protected CPD (Department, individual and companywide) Professional Body membership contribution Enhanced Company pension Career progression framework and development, including two defined promotion windows annually. E Learning portal access Non contractual growth bonus scheme After Probation and Beyond Loyalty Leave (Continuous Service Accrued Annual Leave up to 5 days) Vitality Health Care - Private Medical Insurance Discounted Gym membership Discounts and perks - Amazon prime, Free Odeon Cinema tickets, Apple benefits and Café Nero Employee Assistance Program - including Financial and Mental Health support from external expertise. BUPA Cash Plan Employee Assistance Program - including Financial and Mental Health support from external expertise. Cycle to work scheme