Ecologist

Henry Gunn; Tyseley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A large ecological consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a full-time Ecologist. This role offers hybrid working options and involves collaborating with the planning team on various projects. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of consultancy experience and is working towards a protected species license. Benefits include an enhanced pension scheme and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Enhanced pension scheme

Company-paid Healthcare scheme

Payment of professional membership fees

Flexible working

Ongoing internal & external training

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' consultancy experience, ideally with protected species surveys.
• Actively working towards a protected species license, preferably Bat or GCN.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Work within the ecology department on various projects.
• Collaborate closely with the planning team.

Skills

Consultancy experience

Communication skills

Knowledge of UK legislation

Habitat management

Job description

Overview

Ecologist - Birmingham (Hybrid, with remote working options)

I am currently recruiting for a large, independent ecological consultancy based in the West Midlands, who are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and ambitious Ecologist. You will be working within the ecology department, which is closely integrated with the planning team, as you work together on a wide range of projects.

This role is full-time and permanent and offers both hybrid and remote working options.

Requirements

• At least 2 years' consultancy experience (experience in conducting protected species surveys).
• Actively working towards a protected species license (ideally Bat or GCN).
• Strong communication and written skills.
• Knowledge of UK legislation.
• Full UK driving license.
• BNG and habitat management.
• Membership or eligibility for membership to CIEEM.

Benefits

• Enhanced pension scheme
• Companypaid Healthcare scheme
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Flexible working
• Ongoing internal & external training

How to apply

If interested, please get in touch via email or telephone: (phone number removed)