Our Values

Our values and behaviours describe how we can all work together to achieve our vision and purpose and make ZSL a great place to work. As we have hundreds of different roles across our science-led conservation charity, the objectives and ‘what’ everyone does can differ from one role the next. But the consistency for us all is how we behave and work with each other.

Collaborative

We bring people together to share expertise

Ethical

We make the right choices

Impactful

We focus on activities that make a positive difference

Inclusive

We value our differences and foster belonging

Innovative

We find new ways to solve problems

Inspiring

We encourage people to take positive action

Diversity and inclusion

We believe diversity is life. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds and celebrate the value of having a team of employees with diverse skills, experiences, and heritage. We are committed to ensuring our teams can bring their authentic selves to work without fear of discrimination.

We have active equality networks for our staff with lived experience and those who provide active allyship in Race and Culture, Team Pride, Disability Network, and Menopause Network, complemented by our strategic EDI Steering Group.

Find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at ZSL

Team Pride, championing LGBTQIA+ voices at ZSL

Ensuring community voices are heard and valued, using our FAIRER conservation framework

Making conservation inclusive for all through our accessible events

Staff, volunteers, and visitors celebrate Diwali at London Zoo

Our ongoing commitment to the advancement of gender equality in science

Latest Jobs

Careers Site Advertising End Date
12 Sep 2025
All Locations
London (All)
All Departments
Community education and outreach
Advertising Salary
£16,380 pro rata (FTE £27,300)
Vacancy Type
Fixed Term
Hybrid
Conservation Zoos
Contract length
Until end of February 2026
Careers Site Advertising End Date
18 Sep 2025
All Locations
London (All)
All Departments
Veterinary services
Advertising Salary
£60,900 per annum
Vacancy Type
Permanent
On-site
Conservation Zoos
Careers Site Advertising End Date
23 Sep 2025
All Locations
Head Office (Regents Park)
All Departments
Capital projects & facilities management
Advertising Salary
£31,500 per annum
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Hybrid
Enabling Functions and Professional Services
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Legal Officer

Careers Site Advertising End Date
10 Sep 2025
All Locations
Head Office (Regents Park)
All Departments
Legal, governance and risk management
Advertising Salary
£27,300 (pro rata) / £16,380 (actual)
Vacancy Type
Fixed Term
Hybrid
Enabling Functions and Professional Services
Contract length
12 Month FTC
Careers Site Advertising End Date
09 Sep 2025
All Locations
Whipsnade Zoo
All Departments
Animal operations and zookeeping
Advertising Salary
£24,990 per annum
Vacancy Type
Fixed Term
On-site
Conservation Zoos
Contract length
12 months
Careers Site Advertising End Date
05 Sep 2025
All Locations
Whipsnade Zoo
All Departments
Animal operations and zookeeping
Advertising Salary
£28,770 per annum
Vacancy Type
Permanent
On-site
Conservation Zoos