Location
Leeds
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
27/04/2026
Closing date
18/05/2026
Consultant Ecologist
£30,000 - £39,000
Leeds
A well-established UK environmental consultancy is looking to recruit a Consultant Ecologist for its expanding Leeds team. The company is known for its people-focused approach and has earned a solid reputation for providing ecological expertise, surveys, and environmental solutions across sectors such as infrastructure, development, and utilities. With a network of offices across the UK and a collaborative working culture, the organisation is dedicated to supporting both environmental sustainability and commercial success.
Employee benefits packages:
Competitive salary and benefits package
25 days annual leave, pension, healthcare cash plan
Paid professional memberships and structured training
Clear career progression within a supportive, employee-focused environment
Flexible working and strong work-life balance culture
you'll work on a diverse portfolio of projects, supporting survey work, reporting, and client liaison. The Consultant Ecologist will undertake field surveys, contribute to ecological assessments, and help deliver high-quality reports. This Consultant Ecologist role offers a mix of site work and office-based tasks, with opportunities to develop technical specialists and progress your career
Requirements
* Degree in Ecology or a related field
* Previous experience in ecological consultancy or similar role
* Strong knowledge of UK ecology, legislation, and survey methods
* Excellent report writing and communication skills
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
* Full right to work in the UK
* Must live in or near the Leeds office
We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.