An exciting opportunity has become available for an Assistant Ecologist to join a well-established, independent consultancy based in Birmingham. This position is ideal for an Assistant Ecologist who is ready to progress their career and move into a Consultant Ecologist position.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Company pension scheme
• Free access to the Alpha Works gym
• Structured career growth support
• TOIL for surveys undertaken during the summer

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting protected species surveys (bats, great crested newts, reptiles, birds)
• Contributing to the production of tenders and fee quotations
• Producing technical reports (PEA, BNG, species reports, etc.)
• Managing small to medium-sized projects

What You'll Need

• A degree in ecology or related discipline
• Minimum 2 years' consultancy experience
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation
• Protected species license (preferred but not needed)
• CIEEM membership (preferred)
• Strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for fieldwork within West Midlands

If interested, please get in touch with Beth Steeds at Henry Gunn.