Job description

Senior Marine Ecologist - HRA Specialist (In-House)

UK wide (Remote/Homebased)

We are seeking a Senior Marine Ecologist with extensive experience in Habitat Regulations Assessment (HRA) to provide in-house expertise on coastal and marine projects. This is a hands-on role leading the delivery and quality assurance of HRAs, supporting complex ecological decision-making across sensitive environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and quality-assure HRAs (screening, Appropriate Assessment, tests of likely significance) for marine and coastal projects.

• Provide technical input to marine ecological chapters in environmental assessments, management plans, and mitigation strategies.

• Interpret complex ecological data to deliver robust, defensible conclusions.

• Support internal teams with HRA guidance and specialist marine ecology advice.

• Prepare high-quality reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Degree in Marine Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field.

• Chartered Environmentalist and/or full CIEEM membership.

• Extensive experience leading HRAs for coastal or marine projects, including Level 2 Appropriate Assessments.

• Strong knowledge of protected habitats, species, and ecological impact pathways.

• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

This is a rare opportunity to shape in-house ecological assessments with HRA at the core of your role.

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