Job Summary:
The Associate Director plays a key leadership role in driving the strategic direction, growth, and success of the consultancy. This position is responsible for providing senior-level expertise, client engagement, team leadership, and project oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality ecological consultancy services.
Role based in Broadway, Worcestershire – needs to be in office at least 1 day/week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership:
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the company’s strategic plan, vision, and goals.
- Identify market opportunities, trends, and challenges to inform strategic decision-making and business development efforts.
- Business Development:
- Lead business development activities, including identifying and pursuing new clients, opportunities, and partnerships.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and industry partners to drive revenue growth and expansion.
- Client Management:
- Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring their needs, expectations, and satisfaction are met.
- Collaborate with project teams to deliver innovative, tailored solutions that address client challenges and objectives.
- Team Leadership:
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Support professional development initiatives, training programs, and career advancement opportunities for team members.
- Project Oversight:
- Oversee the successful delivery of ecological consultancy projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards, timelines, and budget constraints.
- Monitor project progress, risks, and outcomes, and implement corrective actions as necessary to mitigate issues and ensure client satisfaction.
- Technical Expertise:
- Maintain advanced knowledge and expertise in ecological consulting principles, methodologies, and best practices.
- Contribute to technical reviews, assessments, and reports, providing expert advice and recommendations to clients and project teams.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Degree in ecology, environmental science, or related field; postgraduate qualification preferred.
- Ideally holds at least two protected species licences and accredited agent on a mitigation/development licence.
- Strong experience (5+ years) in ecological consultancy, with a proven track record of success in project management, business development, and client management.
- Strong leadership, communication, and people skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams and build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated expertise in ecological assessment, impact mitigation, and regulatory compliance across a range of sectors and project types.
- Membership in relevant professional bodies or associations (e.g., CIEEM) and commitment to ongoing professional development and industry engagement.