We're looking for an Ecological Consultant to join our dynamic and busy terrestrial ecology team in East Anglia. As an Ecological Consultant at Thomson your role will be varied – you'll spend plenty of time out on site as well as working on reporting, client communication, project management and delivery. Travel and overnight stays are often part of the job, particularly during peak survey season, so this role would suit someone who enjoys being out and about and working across a range of locations. We're looking for someone with strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues alike. In return, you'll have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise, work on meaningful projects and grow within a supportive and passionate team.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high‑quality field surveys safely, efficiently and in line with best practice and relevant legislation.
* Produce clear, accurate and well‑structured reports that meet both client needs and technical standards.
* Manage your workload confidently, keep projects moving and communicate progress.
* Build strong working relationships with your Thomson colleagues and clients.
* Work towards your career goals, with support from your manager to develop both technical expertise and consultancy skills.
* Contribute to a positive team culture, share knowledge, support others during busy periods and be willing to learn.
* Help identify opportunities to improve our service and deliver great outcomes for nature and our clients.
Required Qualifications
* Proven previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a commercial consultancy.
* Strong field skills in one or more specialist areas.
* Working knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and survey best practices.
* Excellent communication skills, including ability to write clear, concise reports.
* Positive attitude and strong desire to develop and succeed.
* Valid driving licence and vehicle, eligible for business use.
* Willingness to travel and stay away at survey sites in various locations around the UK.
* Located within one hour’s commute from our East Anglia (Ipswich) office.
* Degree or postgraduate degree in ecology or a closely related subject.
* Membership to the Chartered Institute of Ecological and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
* Right to work in the UK.
Desirable Qualifications / Additional Skills
* Experience of project management, including forming and issuing quotes to clients.
* One or more protected species licences (e.g., GCN, bat or dormouse).
* Ornithological skills.
* Botany skills.
* Bird, bat and/or badger skills.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave
* Healthcare cash plan
* Enhanced stakeholder pension scheme
* Life insurance
* Discounted gym membership
* Paid professional memberships
* Clothing allowance
* Performance rewards
* Long service awards
* Free parking
* Regular local and company social events
Equal Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.
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