Assistant/Consultant Ecologist - West Midlands, near Derby£25,000 - £35,000 (Depending on Experience)

We're working with a well-established, independent environmental consultancy based near Derby. They're growing steadily and are now looking for an Upper Assistant/Consultant Ecologist to join the team.

You'll be working alongside around 40-50 colleagues, including specialists in ecology, arboriculture, archaeology, landscape architecture and construction. It's a collaborative, hands-on team where you'll be supported to do quality work - not rushed through checklists.

This isn't a large corporate. Decisions are made quickly. Good ideas are taken seriously. And your progression isn't tied up in red tape.

• Carrying out ecological surveys and assessments

• Writing reports (PEAs, PRAs, UKHab, BNG, etc.)

• Visiting sites, liaising with clients, and supporting senior ecologists

• Contributing to project delivery in a way that genuinely values ecological outcomes

• A degree in a relevant subject

• Some consultancy experience - the more, the better

• A full, clean UK driving licence

• Bird ID or wider ornithological skills

• One or more protected species licences

• £25,000 - £35,000 salary (DOE)

• Paid overtime

• Company iPhone and laptop

• Use of company vehicles for site visits

• A full extra week off at Christmas

• Flexible working and generous holiday allowance

• Unlimited training budget and paid professional memberships

• A supportive team and real opportunity to develop your career

This is a full-time, permanent role based near Derby. Hybrid/flexible working options are available.

To apply, send your CV to Joe at or call for an informal chat.Penguin Recruitment is managing this vacancy on behalf of our client.