Assistant Ecologist

ZipRecruiter; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning consultancy seeks an Assistant Ecologist for a hybrid role based in Birmingham. Ideal candidates will have experience in bat analysis and surveying, with opportunities for training and development, including support for chartership. This permanent position offers a supportive environment for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Expenses covered

Flexible working model

Extensive training opportunities

Structured mentoring program

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Zoology, Ecology or similar.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Multiple seasons of surveying experience, ideally with bats and GCN.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bat analysis and surveys as part of ecological assessments.
• Work within a growing ecology team to gain hands-on experience.

Skills

Bat analysis

Surveying

Ecological skill set

Education

Relevant degree (e.g., Zoology, Ecology)

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Ecologist - Birmingham - Hybrid

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000

An award-winning, independent consultancy is currently seeking to recruit an Upper-Assistant Ecologist, with the potential for full-time positions for the right candidates. The ideal applicants will have experience in bat analysis and surveys, though a well-rounded ecological skill set would be advantageous. The roles are based in Birmingham, offering a hybrid working model.

Benefits

• Salary: Competitive
• Expenses: Covered
• Flexible Working: Hybrid model with no requirement to be in the office more than 1-2 days per week
• Training & Development: Extensive training opportunities, including support for those pursuing chartership, mentoring, paid study leave, mock exams, and a chartership bonus
• Experience: Practical experience as part of a growing ecology team
• Wellbeing & Mentorship: A structured mentoring program with regular one-to-one sessions to support career development and mental health

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant degree (e.g., Zoology, Ecology)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Multiple seasons of surveying experience (ideally with bats and GCN, within Consultancy)

This is an excellent opportunity for ecologists looking to gain hands-on experience within a supportive and growing consultancy. Take the next step in your career by sending your CV to Joe at [contact details] or calling [phone number removed] for more information. Explore more ecology opportunities on our website.

Note: This is a permanent position.

Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy.