Consultant Ecologist - Location Flexible

Envance; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consultancy in Sheffield is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to conduct ecological surveys, manage data analysis, and support conservation projects. The role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including an unlimited training budget and flexible working conditions. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Ecology or Environmental Science, relevant skills in ecological assessments, and a full UK driving license.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Unlimited training budget

Healthcare scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Paid volunteer days

Enhanced pension scheme

Profit share scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological impact assessment and managing survey programs.
• Familiarity with UK wildlife legislation and assessment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological surveys and habitat assessments.
• Lead data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Support ecological impact assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Advise clients on ecological matters and compliance.
• Collaborate with conservation organizations and authorities.

Skills

Self-starter

Quality written work

Effective collaboration

Ecological impact assessment

Protected species licenses

Leading survey teams

Tendering experience

Relevant degree

CIEEM membership

UK driving license

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

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Sheffield, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job Description

As a Consultant Ecologist, you will conduct ecological surveys, data analysis, and support broader conservation projects.

Who are we?

We are Envance, an environmental and sustainability management consultancy driven by our values and core beliefs. We believe that a better future for people and the planet doesn't need to be at the expense of success in the present.

Our purpose is to help our clients become more sustainable and realise the opportunities and benefits that this can bring to their business.

Achieving positive outcomes and adding value is central to our beliefs and approach. We offer positive, pragmatic and innovative advice, embracing new and emerging methods where we can.

We believe that we can achieve more together, and that by working with our clients and supply chain partners to deliver projects and improve performance we can create a better world now and for the future.

Our Team

We believe that the success of our business lies in the strength of our team and we pride ourselves on being inclusive, resulting in a talented and diverse team with a wide range of backgrounds and specialisms.

Our existing ecology team comprises a mixture of experienced technical experts, environmental data analysts and enthusiastic assistants, that pride themselves on developing their skills and finding innovative solutions.

As a small consultancy, teamwork is central to our success. We work collaboratively within our team and with our associates and clients, believing that the sum is more than the parts.

Professional Development

Creating an environment that supports the professional development of our team is hugely important to us. We want our people to thrive whilst working at Envance and support them in achieving their personal and professional aspirations. We will help you create an individualised training plan and support this with an unlimited training budget.

Flexibility

We believe that people achieve the most when they can work in a manner that works best for them and have a genuinely flexible approach to work in terms of both hours and location. We want our team to maintain their work/life balance to find an approach that works best for all.

Job Purpose

As an Consultant Ecologist, you will conduct ecological surveys, data analysis, and support broader conservation projects. You will be supported by Junior Ecologists and will work closely with more senior ecologists to assess habitats, conduct species surveys, and contribute to environmental impact assessments. Your role will be crucial in ensuring compliance with ecological regulations and promoting biodiversity.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological surveys, including habitat assessments and protected species surveys.
  
• Lead in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  
• Support the preparation of ecological impact assessments and mitigation strategies.
  
• Provide ecological advice to clients and stakeholders.
  
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and best practices.
  
• Collaborate with conservation organi s ations and local authorities.
  
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to research projects.
  

Requirements

It’s really important to us that we find people that will thrive at Envance. We are looking for people that have the following attributes;

• Self-starter, keen to develop professionally and use initiative to find solutions
  
• Takes pride in quality written work
  
• Effective collaborator with both internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Experience in ecological impact assessment, PEA, BNG and managing survey programmes
  
• Protected species licences or the willingness to pursue one or more, or a specific area of ecological expertise.
  
• Experience of or desire to lead survey teams and/or mentor early career ecologists
  
• Experience supporting tendering and preparation of fee proposals
  
• A relevant degree and applied professional experience
  
• Associate or full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), or appetite to achieve this.
  
• Have a full UK driving licence.
  

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary and a great place to work we offer full time staff:

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
  
• Additional leave after 2 years service
  
• Additional day's birthday leave
  
• Unlimited training budget with your training plan
  
• 3 paid volunteer days
  
• Enhanced contributory pension scheme
  
• Cycle to work scheme
  
• Healthcare scheme
  
• Monthly well-being allowance for you to spend as on a sport or activity of your choice
  
• Discretionary profit share scheme
  
• Free parking
  

We are happy to work flexibly to meet your needs. If you are the right person for us, we can make it work.

Requirements
A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field. Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and ecological survey techniques. Experience in species identification and habitat assessment. Analytical and report-writing skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Flexible to travel to sites as required A full UK driving licence or equivalent Excellent communication and organisational skills.