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About the Role

SLR is seeking an experienced Principal or Technical Director – Ecology to join their established Ecology team, delivering high-profile and complex projects across the UK and Europe. The role will focus primarily on major projects within the Power, Mining & Minerals and Built Environment sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex ecological projects, providing technical direction and strategic oversight.
• Manage and deliver ecology inputs across a diverse project portfolio.
• Client relationship management, business development and proposal support.
• Identify and secure new opportunities through existing and professional networks.
• Mentor, coach and support less experienced ecologists.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Planning, Landscape, Hydrology, Noise and Air Quality specialists.
• Potential involvement in staff management and leadership of ecological technical specialisms.
• Desk-based work alongside occasional travel across the UK and overseas.

Requirements

• Extensive ecological consultancy experience, ideally across multiple sectors.
• Significant project management experience, including the successful delivery of large and complex projects.
• Proven track record in business development, client relationship management and winning new work.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and report-writing skills.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.
• A driving licence that permits you to legally drive in the UK is required for site visits and travel.

Skills

• Ecology
• Environmental Science
• Project Management
• Business Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Communication
• Report Writing

Location

• London
• Birmingham
• Shrewsbury
• Stoke
• Remote

Work Type

• Hybrid
• Flexible working
• Agile working
• Cross-border remote working

Experience Level

• Principal
• Technical Director

Education Level

• Relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• Appropriate membership of CIEEM (or equivalent professional body)

Salary/Compensations

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus

Benefits

• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life, income, and travel insurance
• Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes
• Volunteering and Community Giving
• 25 days’ annual leave plus flexible public holidays
• Buy or sell leave options
• Core working hours
• Sabbatical opportunities
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay
• Workplace Nursery benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause

About the Company

• SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen, within a collaborative, people-first culture.
• SLR's ‘One Team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment where people can develop and grow.
• Through a structured career framework, regular performance reviews, and support towards chartership, professional qualifications and licences, we offer excellent opportunities for long-term career progression.

Equal Opportunity

• Inclusion is fundamental to who we are.
• We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive, supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks.
• We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer.
• If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.