Ecologist in Oxford)

Penguin Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consultancy in Oxford is seeking a motivated Consultant Ecologist to join their expanding team. The role involves undertaking ecological surveys and providing practical advice to support planning applications. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Ecology and have experience in ecological consultancy. They offer a supportive work environment, career development opportunities, and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Career development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological consultancy or environmental assessment.
• Good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and habitat survey techniques.
• Proactive and able to manage tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Undertake ecological surveys and assessments for projects.
• Provide ecological advice for planning applications.
• Support design and delivery of biodiversity strategies.

Skills

Ecological surveying

Communication skills

Ecological consultancy

Environmental legislation understanding

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

Position: Consultant Ecologist

Location: Oxford

Salary: £26,000-£35,000 DOE

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Our client, a respected and forward-thinking property and land consultancy, is seeking a motivated Consultant Ecologist to join their expanding Oxford team. Known for delivering high-quality services across the utilities, infrastructure, and environmental sectors, they offer a collaborative environment where professional development and innovation are encouraged.

About the Role

As a Consultant Ecologist, you will:

• Undertake ecological surveys, assessments, and reporting for a variety of infrastructure and development projects.
• Provide clear, practical ecological advice to support planning applications and environmental compliance.
• Work closely with clients, landowners, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure ecological best practice.
• Support the design and delivery of mitigation and enhancement strategies that benefit both biodiversity and project outcomes.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Experience in ecological consultancy or environmental assessment.
• Good understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species, and habitat survey techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A proactive, positive approach and the ability to manage tasks independently and collaboratively.

Professional membership or working toward membership of CIEEM is advantageous but not essential. Protected species licences or survey experience (e.g., bats, GCN, reptiles) are also desirable.

What Our Client Offers

• Supportive, inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for career development and accreditation
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• The chance to contribute to meaningful, nationally significant projects

How to Apply

Please contact James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment