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Are you passionate about ecology and looking to develop your career within a supportive, forward-thinking environment? We're seeking a dedicated Ecologist to join our growing team in Exeter, contributing to a wide range of exciting and meaningful projects across the South West and beyond. You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy team, delivering ecological surveys, assessments, and mitigation strategies for a variety of developments. You'll play a key role in helping clients achieve sustainable outcomes while protecting and enhancing biodiversity.
Benefits
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance
Generous annual leave entitlement plus additional holiday purchase options
Paid professional memberships and support for continued professional development (CPD)
Structured mentoring and training opportunities to help you progress your career
Company pension scheme and life assurance
Access to wellbeing initiatives and a friendly, collaborative team culture
Key Responsibilities
Undertake and lead ecological surveys (including habitat and protected species surveys)
Prepare clear, accurate ecological reports and impact assessments
Support the design and implementation of mitigation and enhancement measures
Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to deliver high-quality outcomes
Contribute to biodiversity net gain and nature recovery initiatives
About You
Degree in ecology or a related environmental discipline
Strong field survey skills and experience in UK habitats and protected species work
Membership (or working towards membership) of CIEEM
Understanding of relevant UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site work
Interested in this opportunity? Please apply today or feel free to give Ashleigh Garner from Penguin Recruitment a callDo not include the following in your job application, CV, or cover letter:
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