Lead Ecologist

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Lead Ecologist to lead a growing team of ecologists working on large-scale habitat mapping, field survey, and biodiversity monitoring projects across multiple clients in the UK, EU, and other regions. This role goes beyond traditional ecology management — it sits at the intersection of ecology, AI, and technology .

What you'll do

• Leadership & Delivery Oversight
• Lead and manage a team of ecologists and analysts delivering habitat mapping, BNG assessments, and QA/QC across multiple client projects
• Ensure outputs adhere to UK BNG, DEFRA, and Natural England guidance, as well as regional biodiversity frameworks
• Coordinate with Project Management, Product, and Engineering to ensure timely, high-quality delivery
• Serve as the key technical and managerial point of contact for ecological deliverables

What you need

• 7–13 yrs of experience
• SOP writing
• Performance management
• Any graduate