Assistant Ecologist | Remote & Flexible
16 hours ago
Manchester
We are working with a well-established environmental consultancy who are recruiting an Assistant Ecologist to join their UK-wide team. This is a remote role (with frequent travel to project sites), offering enhanced flexibility in working patterns and hours, and an exciting chance to contribute to ecological delivery across a variety of sectors. What you will be doing • Manage and undertake ecological surveys including habitat assessments (e.g. UK Habitat Classification, UK Hab), botanical and faunal surveys, and protected species work., • Support production of technical reports such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and mitigation plans., • Utilise GIS tools (e.g. QGIS) and mapping software to support habitat mapping, BNG calculations and project modelling., • Provide ecological advice to clients and stakeholders on development projects, regulatory compliance and nature-positive outcomes., • Contribute to business development activities including bids, tenders and helping shape the growth of the ecology team. What we are looking for • A degree (or equivalent) in ecology, environmental science, biology or a related discipline., • Demonstrable experience working in ecological consultancy, delivering habitat and protected species surveys, reporting, and mitigation., • Proven ability in botanical and faunal identification, and survey design., • Experience with EcIA, BNG assessments, and/or protected species licence applications., • Confident use of GIS or similar mapping tools., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to interface with clients, internal teams and external stakeholders., • Full UK driving licence., • Membership of or eligibility for the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) is desirable, but not essential. What’s on offer • Flexible remote working arrangement with frequent site visits., • Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications., • Additional benefits that include profit share, wellbeing allowances, and an unlimited training budget., • Enhanced annual leave, plus options for additional leave that includes birthday leave, volunteering leave, and purchasing arrangements., • Opportunity for professional development and progression in a consultancy that values ecological excellence that is supported with an unlimited training budget., • A supportive team environment where your expertise will shape project outcomes and career direction.