Assistant Ecologist

Location:

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

Salary:

£26000 – £29000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Agriculture, Fisheries & Forestry Jobs

Other Industries & Skills:

Environmental & Nature Conservation

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132718438

Posted On:

22 February 2026

A well-established, award-winning landscape and environmental practice is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Ecologist to join its growing ecology team in the New Year. This consultancy delivers a wide range of high-quality projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure and green-infrastructure sectors, offering an excellent opportunity for an early-career ecologist to develop professionally within a supportive, collaborative environment.

Whilst working as an Assistant Ecologist;

* Support senior team members with ecological surveys, including bats, great crested newts, reptiles and habitat assessments
* Assist with reporting, data management and GIS mapping
* Carry out desk studies, fieldwork preparation and site visits
* Contribute to habitat creation, enhancement and biodiversity-led design projects
* Help maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and reliable project delivery

The successful candidate will;

* Hold a degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
* Have some experience of ecological survey work (through employment, volunteering or placements)
* Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
* Be organised, adaptable and willing to learn
* Hold a full UK driving licence and be comfortable with travel to survey sites

Benefits;

* A competitive salary with annual progression reviews
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
* Paid professional memberships
* Structured training and mentorship from experienced ecologists
* Support towards protected species licences
* Opportunities for rapid progression within a growing team
* A friendly, multidisciplinary working environment with a strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance

This position is ideal for someone looking to build a solid foundation in consultancy ecology while working alongside experienced ecologists, landscape architects and environmental specialists!

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