Location
Northampton
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
26/06/2026
Closing date
17/07/2026
Ecologist
£34,000 -£39,000
Northampton
We're partnering with a well-established environmental consultancy that is looking to recruit an Ecologist to strengthen its expanding ecology team in Northampton. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that delivers specialist environmental services on a wide range of residential, commercial, infrastructure and conservation projects. The successful candidate will benefit from working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment that actively supports career progression and professional development.
As an Ecologist, you'll contribute to all stages of ecological projects, from field surveys through to reporting and client liaison. You'll gain exposure to a varied workload while helping clients navigate ecological constraints and planning requirements.
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Paid overtime and TOIL scheme
* Ongoing CPD, training and professional membership support
* Access to company vehicles and all necessary field equipment
* Enhanced holiday allowance, including additional Christmas leave
* Company pension scheme
* Friendly, supportive and collaborative working culture
Requirements:
* Previous experience within an ecological consultancy or a similar ecological role
* Confident carrying out habitat surveys and producing high-quality technical reports
* Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
* Membership of CIEEM or working towards membership
* Full UK driving licence
* Full right to work in the UK
* Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and within a team
* Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Northampton 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.