Assistant Ecologist

Location:

Cambridge (CB2) – Cambridgeshire, East Anglia, United Kingdom

Salary:

£25000 – £29500 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry Jobs

Other Industries & Skills:

Environmental & Nature Conservation

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132688150

Posted On:

09 February 2026

An established environmental consultancy in Cambridge is looking to recruit an Assistant Ecologist to support its growing team. This role is ideal for an early-career ecologist seeking to strengthen their field skills, expand their technical knowledge and progress within a supportive, team-focused workplace.

You will be involved in a broad range of ecological projects, assisting with surveys, assessments and monitoring work across multiple sectors. Working alongside experienced ecologists, you’ll contribute to field surveys, data interpretation and the production of high-quality ecological reports.

What’s on offer:

Competitive annual leave allowance of up to 27 days, plus bank holidays
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Company pension scheme
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TOIL for additional hours worked
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Flexible and hybrid working options
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Use of company vehicles for site work
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Ongoing training and career development support
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Help towards gaining protected species survey licences
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Dog-friendly office environment
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Cycle-to-work scheme

Your role will include:

Assisting with ecological surveys and on-site data collection
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Supporting report writing, mapping and technical outputs
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Helping to deliver projects efficiently and to a high standard
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Keeping accurate field notes and following health and safety requirements

About you:

Degree qualified in ecology or a related subject
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Some practical experience in ecological fieldwork, including protected species surveys such as bats or great crested newts
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Strong interest in UK habitats and wildlife, with developing ID skills
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Clear written and verbal communication skills
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Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel for site work

This position provides an excellent platform to gain hands-on survey experience, develop technical competence and work towards professional accreditation. You’ll be joining a knowledgeable and approachable team with a strong reputation for delivering practical, high-quality ecological solutions.

To find out more or , Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment today.

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