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GBP 28,000 - 35,000

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Job summary

An established ecological consultancy is seeking motivated Consultant Ecologists to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in both independent fieldwork and collaborative project delivery, working on a variety of projects from small-scale developments to complex ecological assessments. The company is recognized for its impactful, solution-focused consultancy, providing a supportive environment where your contributions can make a real difference. If you have a relevant degree and a passion for ecology, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Birthday Leave

Life Assurance

Pension Contributions

Generous Holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible Benefits Programme

Qualifications

  • Relevant degree and professional consultancy experience required.
  • Solid experience with ecological legislation and survey techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct independent fieldwork and collaborative project delivery.
  • Manage surveys and support project delivery on diverse projects.

Skills

Ecological Legislation

Survey Techniques

Botanical Identification

Project Coordination

Protected Species Licensing

Education

Relevant Degree

Job description

Consultant Ecologist

Essex/South East/East-Anglia – Hybrid Working

£28,000 – £35,000

What’s in it for you?
  • Competitive Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
  • Birthday Leave: Enjoy a day off on your birthday
  • Life Assurance: Peace of mind for you and your family
  • Pension Contributions: Supporting your financial future
  • Generous Holidays: 20 days plus bank holidays, rising to 28 days with service
  • Private Medical Insurance: Taking care of your health
  • Flexible Benefits Programme: Options to buy extra holidays, health cash plans, discounted gym memberships, and more

A well-established and forward-thinking ecological consultancy is on the lookout for motivated Consultant Ecologists to join their growing team. With a strong track record across ecology, arboriculture, and landscape design, this company is known for delivering impactful, solution-focused consultancy to a wide variety of clients – from major infrastructure projects to local developments.

As a Consultant Ecologist, you’ll balance independent fieldwork with collaborative project delivery, taking ownership of surveys, ecological appraisals, and project coordination. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of projects, from small-scale developments to complex, multi-species mitigation schemes, all while being supported by a knowledgeable and friendly team.

Applicants should bring:

  • A relevant degree alongside professional consultancy experience
  • Solid experience with ecological legislation and survey techniques
  • Strong botanical identification skills
  • Experience managing surveys and supporting project delivery
  • Knowledge of protected species licensing and planning policy

Interested? Send your CV to Joe at Joseph.Lane@penguinrecruitment.co.uk or call 01792 963076.

This is a permanent position. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy.

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