Graduate Ecologist: Shape Biodiversity & Net Zero

Bright Network; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup invites graduates to join the North geography Nature team as ecologists and biodiversity specialists. You will contribute to ecology field surveys, policy guidance, and nature-based solutions across diverse projects, helping deliver biodiversity gains and net-zero objectives.

We seek recent graduates with a degree in Ecology or Environmental Science, strong communication and teamwork, and skills in ArcGIS and digital tools, with eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (no sponsorship) and recent graduation or on track to graduate.
• Strong written and verbal communication; collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support ecology field surveys and reporting (PEA, EcIA, HRA, BNG).
• Assist with biodiversity policy, guidance, and nature-based solutions.
• Contribute to restoration and enhancement planning for habitats and green infrastructure.
• Engage with clients and project teams to deliver biodiversity outcomes.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Team collaboration

Verbal & written communication

ArcGIS

Digital tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Arup invites graduates to join the North geography Nature team as ecologists and biodiversity specialists. You will contribute to ecology field surveys, policy guidance, and nature-based solutions across diverse projects, helping deliver biodiversity gains and net-zero objectives.

We seek recent graduates with a degree in Ecology or Environmental Science, strong communication and teamwork, and skills in ArcGIS and digital tools, with eligibility to work in the UK.