Career Opportunities
Senior Ecologist – East Anglia
We are seeking an ecologist at Senior grade to join our growing CIEEM Registered Practice. Individuals will have experience across a variety of areas, including protected species surveying (in particular bats and amphibians), licensing and mitigation, Preliminary Ecological Appraisal and Biodiversity Net Gain Assessment. Experience or an interest in habitat creation and restoration would be a bonus.
The role will be based from our dog-friendly Norwich office, with support for flexible working arrangements. We offer a nurturing environment, with clear career progression, diversity in challenges and technical development, and mentorship in commercial and project management aspects of the business. The candidate will also benefit from and contribute to a variety of team gatherings and training events
What you get:
- Salary – £33 to £40K p/a (depending on experience).
- Location: Norwich, Norfolk
- Full or part-time (permanent)
- 30 days paid leave (additional days accrued with length of service)
- Professional memberships & protected species licence fees paid
- Agile & flexible working arrangements to support wellbeing
- Regular in-house & external training opportunities / learning events
To apply please send a CV and covering letter to: [email protected]
Seasonal / Graduate / Consultant Ecologists 2026
We’re on the lookout for motivated and enthusiastic individuals, committed to a career in ecology and biodiversity enhancement and who relish a challenge! As part of our friendly team, you’ll engage in protected species surveys (such as bats, badgers and great crested newts) and contribute to project planning, coordination and reporting. You will be based at our dog-friendly office in Henley-in-Arden.
We have a number of flexible roles available, ranging from seasonal ecologists, graduates and consultants. Both full and part time positions are available, including 12-hour a week short term contracts for assistant bat surveyors, which would suit those looking to gain first experience in ecological consultancy or who need work to fit around existing commitments. You will need a full UK driving licence and access to a car.
What we want:
- Previous experience with wildlife surveying e.g., bat emergence surveys, great crested newt surveys and / or work with local wildlife / conservation organisations is ideal;
- Some knowledge of protected species legislation and / or biodiversity net gain requirements;
- Good written and verbal communication skills and experience with GIS.
What you get:
- Starting salary of £26k pro rata (seasonal/graduate), £29k (consultant);
- 30 days annual leave (pro rata);
- Training opportunities and mentoring within our close-knit team;
- 6-month contract in the first instance (with potential to become a permanent member of our team at the end of the survey season).
To apply please send a CV and covering letter to: [email protected]
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