Do you have a passion for offering excellent planning advice to clients that also benefits biodiversity? Tyler Grange, an award-winning employer, is looking to add a skilled and enthusiastic Consultant Ecologist to our awesome ecology team in our London office.
TG is a company led by its values and believes that work should be a fun place to be, we enjoy the company of our colleagues and take pride in a job done well. We support all tribe members in their ambitions and encourage everyone to reach whatever goals they set. This is achieved by regular and honest feedback as well as personal mentoring of each tribe member.
We also believe in giving back and offer a 4-day working week, on a salary equal to 5 days, so 80% of your time for 100% pay.
This role offers the chance to work on exciting and diverse projects that make a positive impact on the environment. As a Consultant Ecologist, you will be responsible for your own projects whilst conducting ecological surveys, preparing technical reports, and providing strategic advice to clients. You will also work closely with our multidisciplinary team to ensure that our projects meet both regulatory requirements and our clients’ objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Completing a range of ecological surveys, including protected species surveys and habitat assessments (UK Habitat Classification).
- Preparing comprehensive ecological reports, such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA) Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments.
- Advising clients on ecological constraints, opportunities, and mitigation strategies.
- Working collaboratively with landscape planning and arboriculture teams to deliver integrated project solutions.
- Supporting the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and planning applications.
- Liaising with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Contributing to fee proposals and tender documents.
What We’re Looking For
- A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in ecological consultancy or less if the required skills can be demonstrated from other employment.
- Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policies.
- Be a holder of a Protected Species Licence or working towards one.
- Proven experience in conducting and leading a variety of ecological surveys.
- Working knowledge of UK Habitat Classification survey techniques and Statutory BNG.
- Desired experience using QGIS to produce highly accurate digital outputs.
- Excellent report-writing skills with attention to detail and experience of writing PEAs and simple EcIAs.
- Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) or working towards it.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
Why Join Tyler Grange?
- Be part of a forward-thinking, dynamic consultancy committed to sustainability and biodiversity. We are a BCorp and take our ESG responsibilities seriously.
- Work on a wide variety of projects across different sectors and landscapes.
- Enjoy a supportive and inclusive working environment with opportunities for professional development.
- Flexible working arrangements and a commitment to work-life balance.
- Open salary points and benefits package.
We value innovation over convention; the usual route isn't always our chosen path. We care deeply and celebrate loudly. We're one big family always looking for the next big opportunity. Every day is a blend of meaningful work, good laughs, and honest conversations. If you thrive in this kind of setting, then you’ll fit right in.
And it’s not just about us – it's about making waves in our field and communities. Together, we’re on a mission to elevate standards across our profession and the communities we serve.
Need support with your application? Contact Lucie (lucie.waldron@tylergrange.co.uk) or pop a note in your application. We’re all about making sure every candidate can access our opportunities with ease.
Salary: £25,590 - £35,830 (plus £3,000 HCLA annually for London) per annum, dependent on experience
Location: London or Manchester
