Job Description
Your new company
My client is a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy specialising in ecology, sustainability, and environmental planning services. Working across a wide range of sectors, they support nature-positive development, biodiversity enhancement, and environmentally responsible design. Their team is collaborative, forward-thinking, and committed to delivering high-quality ecological advice to help clients meet legislative and planning requirements.
Your new role
As an Assistant Ecologist, you will support senior team members in delivering ecological surveys, assessments, and reporting. Your work will include assisting with habitat surveys, protected species surveys, desk studies, and biodiversity assessments. You will also help prepare ecological reports, undertake GIS mapping, manage survey equipment, and contribute to ecological inputs on projects across a varied portfolio. Fieldwork will be a key part of the role, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional overnight stays.
What you'll need to succeed
* A degree in ecology, environmental science, or a related discipline
* A good understanding of UK ecology, protected species legislation, and relevant planning policies
* Willingness to undertake outdoor fieldwork in varied conditions and unsociable hours
* Strong written communication and attention to detail
* Good organisational and time-management skills
* A full UK driving licence
Desirable:
* Experience (professional, volunteer, or academic) undertaking ecological surveys
* Basic knowledge of GIS (e.g., QGIS or ArcGIS)
* Exposure to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments
* Entry-level protected species licence(s) or working towards them
* Eligibility for CIEEM membership
What you'll get in return
* Competitive salary - £26,000 - £32,000 DOE
* Supportive mentoring and structured career development opportunities
* Funded training and CPD to help you progress toward Ecologist level, including professional memberships and licenses
* Opportunities to work on diverse and impactful environmental projects
* Flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to work-life balance
* Low utilisation target across the team, they aren't all about chargeable time!
* Employee perk scheme (health and well-being based).
* Training in your discipline as well as others (both formal and relaxed).
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, with offices closed over the Christmas period.
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