Assistant/Consultant Ecologist in Derby)

Penguin Recruitment; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established environmental consultancy is seeking an Upper Assistant/Consultant Ecologist to join their collaborative team near Derby. This role offers the chance to conduct ecological surveys, write detailed reports, and engage with clients while contributing to meaningful ecological outcomes. The company values good ideas and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working options, and generous benefits including a full extra week off at Christmas and unlimited training opportunities. If you're passionate about ecology and looking for a role that values your contributions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Paid overtime

Company iPhone

Company laptop

Use of company vehicles

Extra week off at Christmas

Flexible working

Generous holiday allowance

Unlimited training budget

Paid professional memberships

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology, environmental science, or related field.
• Some consultancy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological surveys and assessments.
• Write reports and liaise with clients.
• Support senior ecologists in project delivery.

Skills

Ecological surveys

Report writing

Client liaison

Project delivery

Bird ID skills

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Tools

Company iPhone

Company laptop

Company vehicles

Job description

Assistant/Consultant Ecologist - Derby

£25,000 - £35,000 (Depending on Experience)

We're working with a well-established, independent environmental consultancy based near Derby. They're growing steadily and are now looking for an Upper Assistant/Consultant Ecologist to join the team.

You'll be working alongside around 40-50 colleagues, including specialists in ecology, arboriculture, archaeology, landscape architecture and construction. It's a collaborative, hands-on team where you'll be supported to do quality work - not rushed through checklists.

This isn't a large corporate. Decisions are made quickly. Good ideas are taken seriously. And your progression isn't tied up in red tape.

What the role involves:

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Carrying out ecological surveys and assessments

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Writing reports (PEAs, PRAs, UKHab, BNG, etc.)

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Visiting sites, liaising with clients, and supporting senior ecologists

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Contributing to project delivery in a way that genuinely values ecological outcomes

What you'll need:

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A degree in a relevant subject

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Some consultancy experience - the more, the better

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A full, clean UK driving licence

Helpful, but not essential:

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Bird ID or wider ornithological skills

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One or more protected species licences

What's on offer:

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£25,000 - £35,000 salary (DOE)

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Paid overtime

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Company iPhone and laptop

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Use of company vehicles for site visits

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A full extra week off at Christmas

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Flexible working and generous holiday allowance

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Unlimited training budget and paid professional memberships

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A supportive team and real opportunity to develop your career

This is a full-time, permanent role based near Derby. Hybrid/flexible working options are available.

Penguin Recruitment is managing this vacancy on behalf of our client.