Assistant Ecologist

Location:

Birmingham (B12) – West Midlands, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Salary:

£28000 – £32000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Management & Executive Jobs

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132651668

Posted On: 

23 January 2026

Experienced Assistant Ecologist

Bradley Murphy Design
Birmingham Office
GBP28,000-GBP32,000 DOE

Bradley Murphy Design is a growing, multidisciplinary practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality ecological and environmental consultancy. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an Experienced Assistant Ecologist to join our Birmingham team.

The Role

You’ll support and deliver a wide range of ecological projects across the UK, working closely with senior ecologists and other disciplines. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build on solid consultancy experience within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

What We Offer an Experienced Assistant Ecologist

Salary of GBP28,000-GBP32,000 DOE
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Birmingham-based office with flexible working options
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Supportive team environment and career progression opportunities
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Paid professional memberships and training support
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Opportunity to work on diverse and interesting projects

Key Responsibilities of an Experienced Assistant Ecologist

Assisting with and undertaking ecological surveys (including Phase 1 habitat, protected species surveys, and monitoring)
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Supporting the production of ecological reports, including PEAs, EcIAs, and method statements
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Desk studies, data collection, and fieldwork coordination
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Liaising with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders
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Supporting project delivery to agreed timescales and budgets

About You

Degree in Ecology or a related discipline
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Proven experience working in ecological consultancy
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Strong field survey skills and report-writing experience
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Good knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
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Full UK driving licence
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable Experienced Assistant Ecologist

Protected species survey licences (or working towards them)
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Membership of CIEEM (or eligibility)

For more information James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment.

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