Ecological Consultant

Ecological Consultant – Birmingham

We’re looking for an Ecological Consultant to join our dynamic and busy terrestrial ecology team in Birmingham.

As an Ecological Consultant at Thomson your role will be varied. You’ll spend plenty of time out on site as well as working on reporting, client communication, project management and delivery. Travel and overnight stays are often part of the job, particularly during peak survey season, so this role would suit someone who enjoys being out and about and working across a range of locations.

We’re looking for someone with strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues alike. In return, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise, work on meaningful projects, and grow within a supportive and passionate team.

In your first few months, you’ll be getting to know our ways of working, supporting project delivery through surveys and reporting, and working closely with your line manager. As you settle in, success in the role will look like:

• Delivering high‑quality field surveys safely, efficiently and in line with best practice and relevant legislation.
• Producing clear, accurate and well‑structured reports that meet client needs and technical standards.
• Managing your workload confidently, keeping projects moving and communicating progress.
• Building strong working relationships with Thomson colleagues and clients.
• Working towards career goals, with support from your manager to develop technical expertise and consultancy skills.
• Contributing to a positive team culture, sharing knowledge, supporting others during busy periods and being willing to learn.
• Helping identify opportunities to improve our service and deliver great outcomes for both nature and our clients.

• Proven previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a commercial consultancy.
• Strong field skills in one or more specialist areas.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and survey best practices.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write clear, concise reports.
• A positive attitude and a strong desire to develop and succeed.
• A valid driving licence and vehicle that can be insured for business use.
• The ability and willingness to travel and stay away at survey sites in various locations around the UK.
• To be located within 1 hour’s commute from our Birmingham office.
• A degree or postgraduate degree in ecology or a closely related subject.
• Membership to the Chartered Institute of Ecological and Environmental Management (CIEEM).

It would be advantageous if you also had the following:

• Experience of project management, including forming and issuing quotes to clients.
• One or more protected species licences e.g. GCN, bat or dormouse.