Job Description

About Us

Acer Ecology is an ecological and wildlife consultancy based in Cardiff Bay. We provide a full range of ecological, wildlife and protected species surveys.

The company is seeking a full time Ecologist (up to 37.5 hours per week but other working hours considered) to join our small but friendly team. Flexible working arrangements are possible.

Main Responsibilities

The main responsibilities of the role are running the day-to-day administration of the office, including bookkeeping, diary management, survey planning, customer contact and marketing.

Main Duties

Receiving and redirecting telephone calls as appropriate. Dealing with and resolving, as appropriate, general enquiries; Diary management and coordinating office procedures; Preparing quotations and tenders for new work opportunities; Responding to and resolving any administrative problems; Invoicing, book-keeping and chasing outstanding invoices; Using spreadsheets to track expenses. Building relationships with clients and educating them about what products/services are available and how to purchase them; Giving feedback on office efficiency and suggesting possible improvements; and Overseeing the development of marketing literature and campaigns

Essential

Personal Qualities

Excellent customer service skills; Excellent telephone manner; Organised with the ability to prioritize work in an efficient manner; Good IT skills - including use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and email; Strong and confident communicator both verbal and written; Enthusiastic, self motivated and strong desire to succeed; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Very good level of numeracy and English literacy/articulation/pronunciation; Ability to work within a busy and demanding team environment; Able to work with minimum amount of supervision and on own initiative; Professional demeanour and outlook;

Desirable Personal Qualities

Interest in ecology and the environment.
To apply please send a cv and covering letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Cardiff CF10 5LG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person