Your new company An established, independent environmental consultancy made up of 3 Consultants is seeking an Assistant Ecologist to join its growing ecology team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career ecologist to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of projects while developing technical and consultancy skills within a supportive team environment. Your new role The main responsibilities of this role will include: Assisting with ecological field surveys, including habitat and protected species surveys Supporting the preparation of ecological reports, assessments and technical documentation Collecting, managing and analysing field data Supporting project delivery to agreed timescales Working collaboratively with colleagues across multiple projects What you'll need to succeed Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a closely related subject Some practical experience in ecology (consultancy, placement or voluntary experience advantageous) Working knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and standard survey methodologies Willingness to undertake fieldwork, including variable hours when required Full UK driving licence Strong written and verbal communication skills Methodical approach with good attention to detail What you'll get in return Competitive salary of £26,000 - £32,000 (DOE) Structured on-the-job training and mentoring Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects Supportive working environment with clear development pathways Long-term progression opportunities within a growing team What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk