Experienced Ecologist

JS Money Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Ecology consultancy is seeking an experienced Ecologist to join their growing team. The role offers significant flexible working arrangements and involves conducting field surveys and office-based project management. Candidates should have a relevant degree, CIEEM membership, and at least two years of ecological consultancy experience. This position promises great career development and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Structured training budget

Flexible hours

Access to contributory pension

Company laptop

Paid CIEEM membership fees

Relaxed office environment

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years post-qualification experience in ecological consultancy.
• Must hold or be progressing towards Natural England protected species class licences.
• Knowledge of UK and European legislation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out UKHab surveys and protected species surveys.
• Manage ecological projects and client relationships.
• Perform day-to-day office-based tasks.

Skills

Field surveys

Project management

Report writing

Client liaison

Ecological survey techniques

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

CIEEM membership

Job description

Overview

My client has an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Ecologist to join their growing Ecology team at Consultant or Senior grade. The role will be based from their rural offices not far from Southampton. They also offer significant flexible working arrangements to suit your needs (part-time work also considered). This is an exciting opportunity offering the successful candidate a role that will significantly enhance your career. My client is seeking Ecologists able to carry out a range of field surveys, including UKHab surveys and protected species surveys, alongside day-to-day office-based work such as project management, report writing and client liaison. As a key member of their consultancy team, your enthusiasm for ecology and flexible approach will equip you well in supporting my client’s expanding business. As a CIEEM Registered Practice, they are committed to ensuring best practice and the positive promotion of the profession.

This role is offered as full-time and permanent, or with part-time or flexible working options available.

Location

Hampshire/Southampton – Significant Flexible Working Options Available

About You

• Degree in a relevant subject;
• CIEEM membership;
• Ideally hold or close to at least one Natural England protected species class licences or be progressing towards apply for such a licence;
• Minimum of two years post-qualification experience in an ecologically focussed role, preferably in ecological consultancy;
• Experienced in ecological project management;
• Experienced in ecological survey and assessment techniques;
• Knowledge of relevant UK and European legislation, policy and guidance;
• Be a team player with good verbal and written communications skills;
• Good MS Outlook, Word and Excel skills;
• A full driving licence;
• Legal entitlement to work in the UK.

In Return My Client Offers

• A dedicated team of ecologists who are committed to the success of the business and to the development of their staff;
• A competitive salary depending on experience;
• A generous structured training budget and regular in-house training;
• Flexible hours over the summer months with the opportunity to accrue either TOIL or paid overtime;
• Increased hourly rates for undertaking dusk and dawn bat surveys;
• Access to a contributory pension;
• Flexibility to work from home with prior agreement;
• Company laptop;
• CIEEM membership and protected species licence fees paid for by the company;
• A relaxed office environment and a friendly team;
• Regular social events and yearly charity days;
• A rural office location with free car parking, a large garden, wildlife ponds and lunch area.

My client is committed to providing a safe and supportive working environment where all staff can thrive and actively encourage input from staff and contributions from the team on the direction of the company.

Even if you are cautiously looking, I would recommend a discreet conversation to find out more about the firm and the role.

Contact Us

If you are interested in finding out more about this position or similar roles currently and would like a discreet non-committal chat, please contact Jeremy Money ([e-mail]). However, if you have not received a response within with-in one working week, please assume your application has been unsuccessful this time round. We will confidentially retain your details and inform you of any other suitable opportunities arising should you not be successful in this role.

This is one of a number of exciting positions currently available via JSM Associates. JSM offers an extensive range of jobs in the areas of Planning, CSR & Sustainability, Environmental Management, Remediation & Contaminated Land, EIA and Ecology, Geotechnics, Environmental Planning, Air Quality, Noise and Vibration Landscape.

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