Assistant Ecologist in EC1
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Job Description
Salary: £26,000-£27,500 + benefits\n\nAre you passionate about wildlife, the natural world, and shaping greener places for people and nature? Our client-an established, forward-thinking ecological consultancy-has an exciting opportunity for a motivated Graduate or Assistant Ecologist to join their thriving London team.\n\nWhy this role is exciting:\n\nMake a real impact: Work on high-profile development and conservation projects across London and the South East, helping to deliver meaningful biodiversity gains.\n Grow your skills fast: You'll receive hands-on mentoring from experienced ecologists, with opportunities to take on responsibility early and build specialist expertise.\n Work across diverse habitats: From urban green roofs to ancient woodland, wetlands to major infrastructure schemes-no two days are the same.\n Supportive, collaborative culture: Our client prides themselves on fostering a friendly, knowledge-sharing environment where your ideas and enthusiasm are genuinely valued.\n⚡ Career progression: Clear pathways to develop into Consultant level and beyond, with funded training and support for protected species licences.\n\nWhat's on offer:\n\n£26,000-£27,500 salary\n\nHybrid working and flexible hours\n\nGenerous training budget and professional development support\n\nFriendly, inclusive team culture\n\nOpportunities to work on innovative, nationally significant projects\n\nWhat you'll be doing:\n\nAssisting with protected species surveys (bats, GCN, reptiles, birds and more)\n\nSupporting ecological impact assessments and biodiversity reporting\n\nConducting habitat surveys and mapping (UKHab)\n\nHelping deliver net gain strategies and nature-positive design\n\nAnalysing data, writing technical reports, and contributing to project proposals\n\nWorking flexibly across office, field, and home environments\n\nWhat we're looking for:\n\nA degree in ecology, environmental science or related subject\n\nA genuine enthusiasm for ecology, conservation and the natural environment\n\nSome survey experience (professional, voluntary or academic)\n\nStrong attention to detail and clear written communication\n\nA full UK driving licence (ideal, but not essential for the London office)\n\nIf you're eager to kickstart your ecological career with an inspiring and supportive consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.\n\nPlease contact James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment for more information
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