Consultant Ecologist

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • City, Leeds
  • May 13, 2026
Full time Consultant

Job Description

Consultant Ecologist

30,000 - 38,000

Leeds

A leading UK environmental consultancy is looking to appoint a Consultant Ecologist to join its growing team in Leeds. This employee-focused business works across a wide range of projects including residential, infrastructure, utilities and conservation, delivering expert ecological and environmental consultancy services nationwide. The successful Consultant Ecologist will join a supportive and collaborative team with excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.

As a Consultant Ecologist, you will be involved in protected species surveys, habitat assessments, report writing, project coordination and client liaison. The role offers a mix of fieldwork and office-based responsibilities, with opportunities to work on high-profile and varied projects across the UK.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and annual reviews
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Paid professional memberships
  • Life insurance
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Company social events and team activities
  • Free parking

Requirements:

  • Degree in Ecology or a closely related subject
  • Previous consultancy or ecological survey experience
  • Strong report writing and communication skills
  • Membership of CIEEM preferred
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
  • Full right to work in the UK
  • Must live within commuting distance of the office
  • Ability to travel and stay away during survey season when required

If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on (url removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.