Consultant Ecologist

APEM; Banbury; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join their Terrestrial Ecology team. This hybrid role involves managing ecological surveys and projects across South Wales and the Midlands, offering opportunities for professional growth and development. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in ecological assessments, with strong report writing and communication skills.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Access to mental health first aiders

Comprehensive income protection

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience with Phase 1 or UKHab surveys and protected species work.
• Solid understanding of UK environmental and wildlife legislation.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise terrestrial ecology fieldwork and manage small-scale projects.
• Write ecological reports and liaise with clients.
• Conduct Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) duties.

Skills

Organisational skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in ecology or related field

Tools

GIS proficiency (QGIS/ArcGIS)

Job description

About The Role

Are you an Ecologist ready to take the next step in your consultancy career? Do you enjoy leading surveys, managing small-scale projects, and making a real impact on how developments interact with wildlife and habitats? Are you looking for a varied and flexible role in a supportive team where your skills can grow further?

We are seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join our friendly Terrestrial Ecology team in South Wales or the Midlands. This hybrid role involves home, office, and site-based work. Our contracts include ecological surveys across the South Midlands and South Wales regions, from Carmarthenshire through South Wales, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire to Oxfordshire.

In this role, you will supervise terrestrial ecology fieldwork—ranging from Preliminary Ecological Appraisals to protected species surveys—and manage your own projects. Responsibilities include writing ecological reports, liaising with clients, contributing to tenders, and carrying out Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) duties. With APEM's expertise in ecology, hydrology, and water quality, you will be supported in developing a well-rounded and impactful consultancy career.

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• A relevant degree (or higher) in ecology or a related field
• Qualifying or Associate Membership of CIEEM (or eligibility)
• Experience with Phase 1 or UKHab surveys, and protected species work (bats, GCN, dormice, birds, etc.)
• Solid understanding of UK environmental and wildlife legislation
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage small-scale ecological projects
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel, including some overnight stays

Desirable, but not essential:

• Protected species licences
• Botanical ID skills or NVC experience
• GIS proficiency (QGIS/ArcGIS)
• Experience with bat analysis tools (e.g., Kaleidoscope, Bat Explorer)
• Experience delivering client-facing tasks and ECoW duties

We offer the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, many of which align with employees' personal interests. We are committed to continuous development and learning to support your career growth. Benefits include private medical insurance, access to mental health first aiders, comprehensive income protection, and flexible working options to balance work and life.

Next steps

We value diversity and inclusion. If you can't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We are open to supporting your development, whether through part-time work or gaining experience in specific areas. As a growing company, we can adapt roles to fit individual skills.

If you believe you are suitable for this role, please apply via our website with your CV. We review applications promptly and will respond to all applicants.

About Us

The APEM Group is a global environmental consultancy working with clients including large corporations and governments. Our mission is to understand and solve environmental challenges worldwide. Our pioneering work has facilitated growth and collaboration with like-minded organizations. At our core, we are committed to environmental protection across the globe.