Overview
Manchester (£28,000-£35,000 DOE)
Location: Manchester (Hybrid / Flexible Working Available)
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
About the Role
You'll play a key role in delivering a range of ecological surveys, assessments, and reports for diverse projects across the UK. Working closely with experienced ecologists, you'll contribute to high-quality outputs that support planning applications, conservation objectives, and biodiversity enhancements.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary (£28,000-£35,000 DOE).
* Flexible / hybrid working arrangements.
* Continued professional development and support toward chartership.
* A friendly, collaborative team culture.
* Opportunities to work on varied and meaningful ecological projects across sectors.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake and lead protected species and habitat surveys (e.g. bat, GCN, reptile, botanical).
* Prepare ecological reports, impact assessments, and mitigation strategies.
* Support project management and client liaison to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.
* Contribute to biodiversity net gain (BNG) and ecological enhancement initiatives.
* Assist with mentoring junior team members and promoting best practice in fieldwork and reporting.
About You
* Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
* At least 2 years' consultancy experience in ecology.
* Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and survey methodologies.
* Membership (or eligibility) of CIEEM.
* Protected species licence(s) desirable (e.g. bat, GCN).
* Excellent report writing and communication skills.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site work.
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