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Principal Ecologist

📍 Location
west midlands
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
June 23, 2026

About the Role

Principal Ecologist

12 month Fixed Term Contract

Grade 6 - £54,495- £64,811

Birmingham is a city with ambitious plans for growth, regeneration and sustainability. We're looking for an experienced and passionate Principal Ecologist to play a leading role in protecting, enhancing and championing biodiversity across the UK's largest local authority.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence major development projects, shape environmental policy, lead ecological programmes and ensure nature remains at the heart of Birmingham's future. Working across planning, regeneration and environmental initiatives, you'll provide expert ecological advice that supports sustainable development while delivering lasting benefits for wildlife, communities and the city as a whole.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Provide expert ecological advice on planning applications, development proposals and environmental projects across the city.
  • Lead on ...

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