Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consultancy is seeking a skilled Ecologist to join the team in London or Southampton. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development in ecological work. Key responsibilities include conducting field surveys and preparing ecological reports, while requirements include a relevant degree, experience in consultancy, and knowledge of UK legislation. Join a supportive team making a real difference in the environmental sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in ecological consultancy or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.
• Experience conducting habitat and protected species surveys.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a variety of field surveys including habitat surveys.
• Assist with preparation of ecological reports and impact assessments.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and planning authorities.

Skills

Habitat surveys

Ecological reporting

Client liaison

Biodiversity enhancements

Project monitoring

Education

Relevant degree in ecology or related discipline

Job description

Ecologist – London

A well-established and growing environmental consultancy is seeking a skilled Ecologist to join its team in either London or Southampton. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to contribute to meaningful ecological work within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. This position offers a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and the chance to be part of a dedicated and supportive team making a real difference in the environmental sector.

The successful candidate will support a wide range of projects, including infrastructure, residential and commercial developments, and conservation initiatives. The role involves both fieldwork and reporting, with opportunities to develop expertise across multiple ecological disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake a variety of field surveys including Phase 1 habitat surveys and protected species surveys
• Assist with the preparation of ecological reports, impact assessments, and mitigation strategies
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and planning authorities
• Support the design and implementation of biodiversity enhancements and habitat management plans
• Contribute to project delivery from planning through to post-construction monitoring

Key Requirements

• A relevant degree in ecology or a related discipline
• Proven experience in ecological consultancy or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
• Experience conducting habitat and protected species surveys (e.g. bats, GCN, reptiles, birds)
• Membership of CIEEM (or working towards it)
• A full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Holder of one or more protected species survey licences
• Experience with GIS, data analysis, or EcIA reporting
• CSCS card (or willingness to obtain)

Interested in this Ecologist opportunity? Please send your CV to this advert or call Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential chat.