Technical Ecology Sales Advisor (Wildcare)
About us:
Wildcare is a leading supplier to the ecology and environmental sector, specialising in products and services used for surveying and protecting species such as bats, newts, dormice and other wildlife. We proudly support a diverse customer base across the UK and Europe — from ecologists and environmental consultants to major construction and infrastructure companies, academic institutions, charities, and passionate wildlife enthusiasts.
Based in Longborough in the heart of the Cotswolds, our location reflects everything we stand for. Surrounded by countryside, nature, and protected landscapes, our setting keeps us closely connected to the work our customers do every day. It’s a place where environmental purpose and commercial ambition sit comfortably side by side.
As a growing business, we’re committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and able to thrive. Our benefits reflect that commitment and include:
- Growth by Sharing Scheme – rewarding everyone for contributing to Wildcare’s success
- Paid Volunteer Leave – supporting time spent giving back to nature or the community
- Free Flu Jab – keeping our team healthy through the winter
- Free Pay‑Day Lunch – a monthly moment to connect and celebrate together
- Paid Time for Dentist and Doctor Appointments – because wellbeing matters
- Enhanced Bereavement Leave – offering support during difficult times
- Awareness Day Celebrations – recognising important environmental, cultural, and wellbeing moments throughout the year
Wildcare is a place for people who care about nature, value teamwork, and want to be part of a business making a positive impact in the ecology and construction sectors.
Role responsibilities:
- Develop relationships with construction companies, developers, ecological consultancies, and contractors.
- Conduct customer site visits during quieter trading periods, building relationships, providing ecological and technical support, and identifying new business opportunities.
- Provide expert advice on ecological mitigation and habitat enhancement products.
- Review ecological reports, site plans, licence requirements, and mitigation recommendations.
- Recommend appropriate products and solutions based on project requirements.
- Act as Wildcare’s internal ecology knowledge hub, providing support to colleagues and customers.
- Develop product knowledge resources and technical guidance materials for the website.
- Manage customer enquiries from initial contact through to order placement, preparing accurate quotations and proactively progressing sales opportunities
- Manage customer enquiries, quotations, and sales opportunities through the CRM, following up leads and quotations to maximise conversion rates and customer engagement.
- Research ecological market trends, emerging legislation, and customer requirements.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for new own brand products and product improvements.
- Provide technical feedback to support product development initiatives.
- Monitor competitor products and industry developments.
- Represent Wildcare at conferences, trade shows, and industry events, including delivering presentations and talks to promote Wildcare’s products, services, and expertise within the sector.
Skills and Qualifications:
Essential:
- Degree or Master’s degree in Ecology, Wildlife Management, or a related discipline.
- Exposure to ecological products, habitat creation, protected species mitigation, or ecological consultancy work.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly.
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
- Commercial awareness and willingness to develop sales skills.
- Ability to interpret ecological reports, plans, and recommendations.
- Confidence working with internal and external stakeholders.
Desirable:
- Experience within ecological consultancy, conservation, environmental contracting, or related sectors.
- Understanding of UK planning, biodiversity net gain (BNG), and protected species requirements.
- Previous sales, customer service, or account management experience.
- Experience using CRM systems.
- Knowledge of products such as bat boxes, bird boxes, reptile mitigation products, habitat creation products, and biodiversity enhancement solutions.