Consultant / Assistant Consultant – Nature, Ecology & Biodiversity

Our client is a well-established, multidisciplinary environmental consultancy with a strong track record of delivering sustainable, high-impact projects across the UK. Over the past two decades, they have grown into a team of 90+ specialists working across multiple offices, supporting a diverse client base on planning, ESG, and sustainability-led developments.

Their work spans shaping planning policy, delivering new communities, and embedding biodiversity and resilience into the built environment. At the heart of their approach is a commitment to creating places where both people and nature can thrive.

The Role

We are seeking both a Consultant and an Assistant Consultant to join the Nature, Ecology & Biodiversity team in London.

These roles offer an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects, supporting the delivery of ecological and biodiversity outcomes across planning and development. Depending on your level, you will either be building your technical foundations (Assistant Consultant) or taking on greater responsibility in project delivery (Consultant).

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of ecology and biodiversity projects within planning

• Assist with or undertake Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), BNG assessments and ecological reporting

• Undertake habitat surveys and support protected species surveys (e.g. UKHab, bat surveys)

• Carry out desk studies, data collection and baseline environmental assessments

• Support biodiversity net gain calculations and mapping (e.g. using QGIS)

• Contribute to technical reports, proposals and client deliverables

• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams

• Attend site visits, client meetings and project discussions

About You

Assistant Consultant:

• Degree in ecology, environmental science or a related discipline

• Some relevant experience (placement, internship or early career role)

• Basic understanding of UK habitats, species and legislation

• Strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills

Consultant:

• Relevant degree with demonstrable consultancy or industry experience

• Experience contributing to ecological surveys and reporting (e.g. PEAs, BNG)

• Familiarity with tools such as QGIS and biodiversity metrics

• Ability to manage tasks independently and contribute to project delivery

For both roles:

• Strong written and analytical skills

• Interest in Biodiversity Net Gain and sustainable development

• Collaborative and proactive approach

• Working towards (or interest in) CIEEM membership is beneficial

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus

• 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

• Enhanced pension contributions

• Structured training and career development

• Hybrid working with flexibility

• Cycle to work scheme

• Two volunteering days per year

• Health and wellbeing benefits

• Regular team socials and events

Culture & Environment

Our client fosters a collaborative, inclusive and forward-thinking environment. You’ll be part of a team that values diverse perspectives, supports professional growth, and is united by a shared goal: delivering meaningful, lasting environmental impact.

Apply

To apply, please email your CV to vicky@oceantoearth.co.uk.
We look forward to hearing from you.