Assistant Ecologist

Location:

Brighton (BN1) – East Sussex, South East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£25000 – £30000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Management & Executive Jobs

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132717245

Posted On:

21 February 2026

Assistant Ecologist – Brighton

We are looking for an Assistant Ecologist to join a multi-disciplinary company in Brighton. The company focus on projects around the South East in sectors including residential, infrastructure, commercial, conservation. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced ecologists, supporting a variety of projects. This is an exciting opportunity for an someone wanting to grow with a company and to advance their career in ecology while contributing to impactful projects.

The company offer;

A dedicated training and development budget to support your growth
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Paid membership annually
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Dedicated volunteering time for conservation projects
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Flexible working hours
* Winter working hours to reflect the changing seasons and the effect on our work
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A dedicated mentoring scheme
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Performance-related bonus scheme

For this Assistant Ecologist role, you will ideally have;

* A degree in Ecology, or a related field,
* Experience in conducting ecological surveys,
* Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools,
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
* Proficiency in using ecological survey equipment and software is advantageous,

Interested in this Assistant Ecologist vacancy? To discuss this vacancy or any others, please do not hesitate to contact Ashleigh Garner from Penguin Recruitment.

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