Location
Cambridge
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
04/08/2026
Closing date
25/08/2026
Ecologist
£30,000 - £36,000
Cambridge
A leading multidisciplinary environmental consultancy is seeking an Ecologist to join its growing team based in Cambridge. This established business delivers ecology, habitat creation, arboriculture and landscape services across a diverse range of development, infrastructure, public sector and conservation projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Ecologist looking to develop their career within a collaborative and supportive consultancy. The successful Ecologist will work on a variety of projects, undertaking surveys, ecological assessments, technical reporting and supporting the delivery of practical, client-focused solutions. The Ecologist will benefit from exposure to projects of varying scale and complexity while working alongside experienced specialists.
What's on offer:
* Competitive salary
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance
* Pension contributions
* Birthday leave
* Generous annual leave allowance with additional entitlement based on service
* Flexible benefits programme including additional holiday purchase options and discounted gym memberships
* Genuine career development opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
Requirements:
* Degree in Ecology or a related discipline
* Experience within ecological consultancy or a similar professional environment
* Good knowledge of UK ecology, legislation and survey methodologies
* Experience undertaking ecological surveys and producing technical reports
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Full UK driving licence
* Full right to work in the UK
* Ability to undertake site visits and fieldwork as required
* Must live in or near the Cambridge office location
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.