Desk-based Ecologists

Embark on an exciting career to protect our natural environment and enhance
biodiversity. 

In the past three years, we have evolved from a traditional ecological consultancy to a more
diverse, vibrant natural environment consultancy with biodiversity at our heart. To achieve
that, we developed new services, remodelled the leadership of the organisation and brought in
deep domain experts and thought leaders in many of the disciplines that are so essential to
making a positive difference.

We now find ourselves at an exciting point in the company’s history, having recently adopted a
new three-year Strategic Development Plan that combines ambitious plans for growth with a firm
commitment to deliver the best outcomes for nature and be a great place to work. To help
deliver our strategy, we’re looking for desk-based ecologists to join our
growing team of natural environmental professionals and support staff across the UK.

About the Role

At Middlemarch, we recognise that most job adverts in the ecology sector are for field-based roles and understand that not everyone is drawn to or suited for these roles. We also recognise that many skilled professionals have different needs, aspirations, or circumstances, or simply prefer a desk-based environment. If this sounds familiar, we’d love to hear from you.

The discipline of ecology is changing. Desk-based roles are more important than ever,
contributing to our success and growth. We are committed to embracing change and valuing
diverse talent.

We’re looking for experienced professionals in ecological consultancy who are interested in
desk-based, flexible roles.

Desirable skills include:

• Report writing
• Data analysis, e.g., bat sound and video recordings
• Project scoping and pricing
• Quality assurance of reports and proposals
• Project/client management
• Use of biodiversity metrics

Good interpersonal skills are essential as the role will work closely with clients and
colleagues. The ability to work independently is also essential as the role will be home-based,
although you will be joining a supportive culture that emphasises collaboration with
colleagues.

As part of a people-focused consultancy, we are committed to supporting your personal and
professional development. You’ll receive all the support you need to develop as individuals and
grow your careers. We offer an initial 24 days of annual leave for full time employees,
increasing to 26 after two years (applied pro rata for part time colleagues and increasing with
service to a maximum of 35 at senior management level), flexible and remote working, a
discretionary performance-related bonus, access to an employee assistance programme, Time Off
in Lieu and paid overtime.

Middlemarch embraces diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and is committed to providing
fair and equal access to opportunities for all candidates.

About Middlemarch

With a legacy of over 30 years, we are the UK’s largest Wildlife Trust Consultancy (WTC) and
leader in the preservation of the natural environment. We support businesses and landowners
across diverse industries to protect species and habitats, champion and restore biodiversity,
and combat the climate emergency. With our innovative and bespoke solutions, we empower our
clients to meet their environmental obligations, achieve positive and sustainable project
outcomes, and embrace opportunities to connect with the natural world.

We know that the UK is one of the world’s most nature-depleted countries. As the only UK-wide
Wildlife Trust Consultancy, we aim to make a difference through landscape-scale, cross-boundary
nature protection and recovery projects. This is underpinned by our team of over 120 natural
environment professionals and support staff throughout the UK, helping our clients to navigate
a rapidly changing legislative and policy landscape.

A purpose-led consultancy

We are a purpose-led and ethical consultancy and are proud to be the UK’s largest Wildlife
Trust Consultancy (WTC), dedicated to supporting The Wildlife Trusts in their goal of driving
nature’s recovery. The WTC is a network of 24 consultancies affiliated with parent Wildlife
Trusts across the UK, all working to support the recovery of our much-depleted biodiversity.

Every year, we make a significant financial contribution to support the valuable work of our
parent charity, Warwickshire Wildlife Trust, to bring wildlife back and help people act for
nature.