Ecologist Jobs in United Kingdom
All jobs below are from employers who hold a valid UK sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Ecologist roles are classified under Conservation professionals (SOC 2151) and qualify for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can hire internationally for this role. View our occupation codes & salary thresholds to understand how the required salary is calculated.
UK market salary · ASHE 2025
What conservation professionals earn in the UK
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most conservation professionals in the UK earn between £32,344 and £49,400 in basic pay. For Skilled Worker visa holders, the minimum salary (going rate) for this role is £36,000 (SOC 2151), sitting at the 44th percentile of what UK employers pay and £1,128 below the median. Since this falls below the general salary threshold, sponsors must pay at least £41,700.
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Overview At AtkinsRéalis, our team of ecologists work throughout the UK to deliver a diverse range of challenging and exciting projects that benefit our clients, biodiversity and society. As we grow and expand our portfolio across Scotland, supporting an increasing pipeline of projects and clients spanning all areas of infrastructure development and upgrade, we are seeking an enthusiastic Ecologist to join our established Scottish ecology team. This role will support our clients, contribute to t
Job Description Overview of Role Brown & Co is seeking an enthusiastic and capable Ecologist to join our in-house ecology team. The role will build on a growing portfolio of work, ranging from preliminary ecological appraisals through to protected species surveys and more technical involvement in habitat banking and landscape recovery projects. As an Ecologist, you will be responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously, including survey design, client liaison, and collaboration wi
Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infra
Edinburgh Biodiversity Permanent Help shape the sustainable future of Scotland’s infrastructure and support the strategic growth of our Scottish team by playing a pivotal role in ecological delivery on high profile renewable energy and development projects. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Ecologist to lead ecological delivery across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and development projects throughout Scotland. This role combines leadership, project management, and some
Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infra
Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infra
Job Description We are looking for recent graduates to join our Ecology and Biodiversity team in Southampton . The Role The job will initially involve assisting with ecological desk studies, field surveys and protected species mitigation for a variety of proposed development projects. In addition, the job will initially involve undertaking basic report writing duties, data entry and assisting in general office tasks including maintaining and monitoring ecological survey equipment. There will be
Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infra
Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infra
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Ecologist roles fall under SOC 2151 (Conservation professionals), which is eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can sponsor Ecologist positions.