Assistant Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning consultancy is seeking an Upper-Assistant Ecologist to join their Birmingham team. This role offers a hybrid working model, allowing flexibility while providing extensive training opportunities, including support for chartership. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience in bat analysis and ecological surveys. The position promises a supportive environment with a structured mentoring program to foster career development and well-being. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in ecology within a growing consultancy, where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Flexible working

Training & Development

Expenses covered

Structured mentoring program

Chartership bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in bat analysis and ecological surveys is essential.
• Relevant degree in Zoology or Ecology required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bat analysis and ecological surveys as part of a consultancy team.
• Gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

Skills

Bat analysis

Ecological skill set

Surveying experience

Education

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

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

Non-Negotiable Criteria

• 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 [e-mail] or calling 01792 963076 for more information.

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