Ecologist

Location/Division: St Neots

Overview of the Role

Brown&Co is seeking enthusiastic and capable Ecologist to join our in-house ecology team. The roles will build upon a growing work base of work throughout the East of England from 1st stage Ecological Assessments, through to protected species surveying and more technical work on habitat banking and landscape recovery projects.

As an Ecologist, you will be responsible for managing multiple ongoing projects, including survey design, client interaction, and liaising with in-house and external consultants. Providing training and general support to Assistant and Graduate Ecologists will also be a recurring aspect of the Ecologist role.

This opportunity would lend well to an early career Ecologist or an experienced Assistant Ecologist looking to take the next step in a growing and forward-focused team. Within the Ecology and Environment team and the wider Brown&Co departments, we look to support and bolster your skillset with a targeted focus on career development and excellent progression opportunities.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm for ecology
• Be self-driven and motivated, with personal career aims
• Relevant degree or above
• Minimum 3-year experience in Ecological Consultancy
• Experience in undertaking Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments and protected species surveys, e.g. badger and reptile
• Willingness to take on project management.
• Excellent report writing skills suitable for technical scientific write-up
• Knowledge of UK and European wildlife and environmental legislation and policy
• Professional level of Microsoft software competence, including, Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Ability to travel for work

Desired skills and qualifications

• Specialised ecology survey skills, such as ornithology.
• FISC level 4 or above.
• MoRPh accredited
• Experience as Ecological Clerk of Works.
• GIS or QGIS experience
• Bat licence (level two or above).
• CSCS card

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not tolerate discriminatory behaviour of any kind, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Core working hours are Monday – Friday 9.00am – 17.30pm.

This is a permanent full-time position based on 37.5 hours (Monday – Friday) however we're fully open to discussing part-time flexible working requirements. We also operate a hybrid working policy.

About the Firm

Brown&Co was formed in 1993 and has grown substantially. We are a leading provider of sales advice, property management, professional and consultancy services across the range of rural, commercial, and residential property, agriculture, and the environment.

From a network of offices throughout East Anglia, the Midlands, the Yorkshire, and Humber region, and overseas we combine a high level of specialist technical skill, with experience and local knowledge.

The firm has a commitment to build strong, proactive, and long-term relationships with both corporate and private clients, for whom we always strive to deliver the best results. Our well trained and enthusiastic staff are encouraged by the partners to play an active part in the firm's future development and success.