Assistant Ecologist 26,000 - 33,000LeedsA highly respected environmental consultancy is seeking an Assistant Ecologist to join its expanding team in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Ecologist to work on a diverse range of ecology and environmental projects across the UK while developing technical skills within a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy.The successful Assistant Ecologist will assist with protected species surveys, habitat assessments, ecological reporting and site work, supporting senior ecologists on a variety of residential, commercial and infrastructure projects. This role offers excellent career progression, structured training and exposure to high-profile developments.What''s on Offer: Competitive salary 26,000 - 33,000 and clear career progression Industry-accredited training and development support Paid professional memberships Healthcare cash plan and enhanced pension Life insurance and wellbeing support Gym discounts and employee perks Generous annual leave allowance Supportive team culture and regular social eventsRole Responsibilities: Assisting with ecological surveys and fieldwork Supporting habitat and protected species assessments Preparing technical reports and survey data Travelling to project sites across the UK Working alongside experienced ecologists and consultants Supporting project delivery within agreed deadlinesRequirements: Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology or similar Previous UK ecology surve