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Assistant Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 13 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A leading consultancy in Birmingham is seeking seasonal ecologists for a 6-month contract with potential for permanent employment.
  • The ideal candidates should have experience in bat analysis and surveys, alongside a well-rounded ecological skill set.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, which will be discussed based on experience, and requires some surveying experience, ideally with bats and GCN.
  • The role includes a hybrid working model, with no more than 1-2 days required in the office each week, and extensive training opportunities.
  • Applicants must have a relevant degree and a full UK driving licence to be considered for this position.

Seasonal Ecologist - Birmingham

Salary: Competitive, DOE

6 month contract with potential for progression to permanent employment

A leading consultancy is currently seeking to recruit seasonal ecologists, with the potential for full-time positions for the right candidates. The ideal applicants will have experience in bat analysis and surveys, though a well-rounded ecological skill set would be advantageous.

The roles are based in Birmingham, offering a hybrid working model.

Benefits:
  • Salary: Competitive, to be discussed
  • Expenses: Covered
  • Flexible Working: Hybrid model with no requirement to be in the office more than 1-2 days per week
  • Training & Development: Extensive training opportunities, including support for those pursuing chartership, mentoring, paid study leave, mock exams, and a chartership bonus
  • Experience: Practical experience as part of a growing ecology team
  • Wellbeing & Mentorship: A structured mentoring program with regular one-to-one sessions to support career development and mental health

Non-Negotiable Criteria

  • Relevant degree (e.g., Zoology, Ecology)
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Some surveying experience (ideally with bats and GCN, within Consultancy)

This is an excellent opportunity for ecologists looking to gain hands-on experience within a supportive and growing consultancy.

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Note: This is a permanent position. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.