Seasonal Assistant Ecologist

Urban Edge Environmental Consulting Ltd.; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An ecological consultancy firm is seeking a Seasonal Assistant Ecologist to support protected species surveys from April to October. Ideal candidates are recent graduates or advanced students in ecology with good communication skills and a valid UK driving licence. The role offers an excellent opportunity for hands-on experience in a supportive environment, with the possibility of continued employment for top candidates. Salary is £24,784.50 per annum FTE. Located near Brighton, the company offers a friendly workplace atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or upper-year students in an ecology-related MSc/BSc degree.
• Valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Membership in relevant professional institutes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct protected species surveys during the ecological survey season.
• Support project deliverables in a busy fieldwork schedule.

Skills

Effective communication

Personal and time management

Flexibility to work on site

Education

Degree in ecology or related discipline

Job description

We Are Recruiting: Seasonal Assistant Ecologist

Updated January 2026

We are seeking recent graduates and individuals in the upper year(s) of an ecology-related MSc/BSc degree to join our team on a part-time or full-time basis during the busy 2026 ecological survey season (April-October). The role will be central to fulfilling protected species project deliverables in our busy field work schedule. You will possess good personal and time management skills and operate well in an environment of client-led priorities.

We work in sectors including residential, commercial, education and renewable energy developments, transport infrastructure and local development planning. This role presents a fantastic opportunity for a budding ecologist looking for hands‑on experience in conducting protected species surveys.

You will be based at our stunning South Downs office location, a 10-minute drive from Brighton, with a lovely bunch of friendly and helpful colleagues.

Seasonal Assistant Ecologist

• Qualified or qualifying to degree level or equivalent in ecology or a related discipline
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately to internal and external stakeholders, both verbally and through written communication
• A valid UK driving licence is essential for this role as is the flexibility to work away on site when required
• Membership within the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) or similar professional institute is desirable
• Opportunity for continued employment for the right candidate(s)
• Salary: £24,784.50 per annum FTE. We are a National Living Wage employer.