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Senior Ecologists (Full-time)

Lizard Landscape Design and Ecology is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our expanding, multi-disciplinary team based in Worthing, West Sussex.

Position Summary

Following continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Senior Ecologist to play a leading role in delivering high-quality ecological services across a diverse range of projects. Based in our brand-new Worthing office, with views stretching from the South Downs to the sea, you will work collaboratively alongside landscape architects, planners and arboricultural specialists.

This role offers genuine opportunities for career progression within a supportive team that values professional development and work/life balance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and undertake ecological surveys, technical reporting and protected species licence applications.

  • Prepare mitigation strategies and review ecological assessments and supporting documents.

  • Deliver and oversee Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) calculations and UKHab assessments.

  • Liaise confidently with clients, stakeholders and project teams to provide clear ecological advice.

  • Support and mentor junior team members, contributing to their professional development.

  • Contribute to a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors throughout the region.

Person Specification

  • Full (or eligible) membership of CIEEM.

  • Holding at least one protected species licence, ideally bat and/or dormouse.

  • Strong UK/ROI botanical skills.

  • Experience with PEA, EcIA, BNG calculations and UKHab assessments.

  • EPS licence experience (desirable but not essential).

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to manage projects independently while working effectively within a team.

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use.

  • Work Environment and Conditions

  • This role offers a balance of fieldwork, report writing and project management responsibilities.

  • Hybrid working arrangements are available, with time spent in our brand-new Worthing office and on-site as required.

  • Flexibility may occasionally be required to accommodate survey season demands.

Opportunities for Professional Development

We are committed to supporting career progression and continuing professional development.

Senior Ecologists benefit from:

  • Clear and genuine opportunities for advancement within our growing team.

  • Access to internal CPD sessions and professional training.

  • A supportive and collaborative working culture.

    Additional Benefits:

  • Hybrid working arrangements.

  • Salary sacrifice electric car scheme.

  • Cycle to work scheme.

  • Free flu jabs.

  • 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

  • Enhanced pension scheme.

  • Quarterly social events and a friendly, inclusive team environment.

If you are passionate about ecology and looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your development supported, we would love to hear from you.

Lizard Landscape Design and Ecology is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a friendly, inclusive and supportive workplace. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to Joe Jackson at recruitment@lizardlandscape.co.uk

Updated 27th May 2026

Landscape Planner (Full-time)

Lizard Landscape Design and Ecology is seeking a Landscape Planner to join our growing team in Worthing, West Sussex, working alongside our Technical Director of Landscape Planning. Our office enjoys views across the English Channel and the South Downs, providing an inspiring setting from which to shape landscapes and places of lasting value.

The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of Landscape and Visual Appraisals (LVA) and Landscape and Visual Impact Assessments (LVIA) for statutory EIA, under the guidance of our Technical Director.

At Lizard, landscape planning focuses on analysing landscape character and patterns to understand and respond positively to proposed landscape change. Our work seeks to influence better development outcomes by informing thoughtful, evidence-led design, and helping to create better places.

The role will include:

  • Undertaking landscape analysis and field survey work, including assessment of landform, landscape character, cultural heritage, and natural heritage assets;

  • Viewpoint photography and visual assessment work;

  • Production of figures and mapping using QGIS;

  • Preparation of graphics and reporting outputs using Adobe Illustrator and InDesign;

  • Supporting photomontage production using Adobe Photoshop;

  • Contributing to the development of verified visualisations and modelling capability;

  • Assisting with Landscape Sensitivity Studies and strategic landscape planning work, including renewable energy capacity assessments.

We are experiencing continued growth across our landscape planning services, providing an opportunity for the successful candidate to develop their skills across a diverse portfolio of projects.

About You - you are likely to be:

  • A Landscape Architect who is a Chartered Member of the Landscape Institute (CMLI), or working towards Chartership;

  • Alternatively, a promising graduate or someone from an allied discipline such as Town Planning may be considered;

  • Passionate about understanding landscapes spatially and descriptively, and interested in the interaction between the built environment, natural systems and habitats;

  • Enthusiastic about contributing to positive environmental and place-making outcomes.

A UK driving licence would be desirable.

Please note that we are currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. However, a short-term contract arrangement may be considered for the right candidate.

What We Offer:

  • Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme;

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Free flu vaccinations;

  • 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays;

  • Enhanced pension scheme;

  • Quarterly social events;

  • A friendly, inclusive and supportive working environment.).

Lizard Landscape Design and Ecology is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and supported.

If this opportunity is of interest, we would be pleased to hear from you to discuss next steps.

To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to Joe Jackson at recruitment@lizardlandscape.co.uk

Updated 27th May 2026

Lizard Landscape Design and Ecology, Worthing offers a flexible, friendly, and creative environment to develop your skills and challenge yourself.  LLDE is an equal opportunities employer.  Salary and benefits are negotiable based upon experience.  LLDE offers a flexible, friendly, and creative environment to develop your skills and challenge yourself.   

We support our people to innovate, collaborate, and build meaningful careers.  Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.  

Our employees are rewarded with competitive salaries, opportunities to invest, and many other benefits including: 24 days holiday + bank holidays; Enhanced company pension scheme; Cycle to Work Scheme; Commitment to on-going Training and CPD; Paid professional membership fees; Regular day out CPD; Annual Performance Related Bonus; and amazing social events!