Senior Ecologists, Ecologists and Graduate Ecologists | Cambridge, London and Oxford

MKA Ecology is a well-established and thriving ecological consultancy with bases in Cambridge, Oxford and London. We have a stable and growing client base, an excellent range of projects and offer expertise across all specialisms in ecology. As a CIEEM Registered Practice, we are committed to ensuring best practice in the profession and providing a leading role for our clients in achieving net gain in their developments. We have protocols in place to ensure a healthy work/life balance, reward our staff with a competitive salary and pension, up to 27 days’ annual leave and a generous annual training budget. Teamwork is valued and we encourage personal development within a supportive environment. Our current goal is to continue to expand whilst maintaining excellent levels of ecological expertise and client service.

Essential requirements for all levels:

• A degree and/or postgraduate qualification in ecology or closely related subject;
• Developing field skills;
• Good knowledge of all key environmental legislation and policy;
• Ability to produce well-written reports using full range of IT;
• Full clean driving licence;
• CIEEM membership at an appropriate level; and
• Willingness to relocate if required.

Required for more senior applicants:

• Protected species licences, particularly bats at Level 2;
• Specialism in ornithology, bats or other protected species or group;
• Project and line management skills;
• Experience of marketing and client relationship building;
• European protected species licences held in last three years.
• Experience of production of Ecological Impact Assessments
• Skills to help develop our growing re-wilding portfolio

Salary Range:

Graduate Ecologists c..£20,000+

Ecologists:  c. £22,000+

Consultant Ecologists: c. £27,000+

Senior Ecologists c..£30,000+.

Team members based in Greater London will be awarded a weighted salary to reflect the greater cost of living.

Applications by CV and covering letter to jane@mkaecology.co.uk must be received by 4 pm on Monday 21 February 2022. Successful candidates will be invited for an interview by 28 February.

No agencies, please.