Lead and grow a thriving ecology team across Scotland
SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions, working with clients to help make sustainability happen, within a collaborative, people-first culture.
We are seeking an experienced Ecology professional to join us as Ecology and Biodiversity Regional Lead – Scotland, sitting at our Principal or Technical Director grade. Reporting to the Operations Director and working closely with the European Practice Lead for Ecology & Biodiversity, you will play a key leadership role in the day-to-day management and strategic direction of the Scotland region.
This opportunity has arisen as part of a planned leadership transition. You’ll benefit from a comprehensive handover from the current Regional Lead, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience and a strong platform for future success.
Role
You will work closely with regional and national leadership teams while supporting the delivery of complex and high-profile projects across a diverse client base. The role includes:
- Leading and developing a team of ecology professionals through mentoring, performance management and recruitment
- Overseeing regional financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting and resource planning
- Supporting project resourcing and providing regional operational updates
- Guiding Project Managers and Project Directors on the successful delivery of complex and high-value projects
- Coordinating regional strategy to align local priorities with wider business objectives
- Building relationships across the business and representing SLR at industry events and professional networks
- Collaborating with Ecology & Biodiversity leaders across the UK and Europe to drive consistency and best practice
Rewards & Benefits
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. Our flexible benefits and reward package includes:
- Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Life, income, and travel insurance
- Salary sacrifice car lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes
- Flexible, hybrid and agile working
- 25 days’ annual leave plus flexible public holidays
- Buy or sell leave options
- Core working hours
- Cross‑border remote working and sabbatical opportunities
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay
- Workplace Nursery benefit
- Volunteering and Community Giving
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Specialist support for mental health, stress and menopause – supporting our people both professionally and personally
About You
- Substantial experience in ecology, ideally gained within an environmental consultancy environment, working across multiple sectors
- A relevant degree and appropriate membership of CIEEM or an equivalent professional body
- Significant people leadership, mentoring and team management experience
- Extensive project management experience, including delivery of complex, high-value projects
- Commercial awareness, including experience of resource planning and financial management
- A passion for delivering high-quality ecological work and supporting the development of others
- A driving licence that permits you to legally drive in the UK
Culture & Inclusion
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.
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