Assistant Nature Conservation Adviser

3 days ago


Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom National Trust Full time

Our ambitions for Nature Recovery, Climate Adaptation, Carbon Sequestration and Sustainable Land Management are huge.

We want landscapes with more nature, that are accessible to more people, and that helps to address the climate crisis. If you have experience in delivering better outcomes for nature, we want you to help us achieve this vision.

What it's like to work here:You’ll be working with passionate people and inspiring places, with the opportunity to make a difference every day, as part of a wider multi-disciplinary consultancy team which shares a clear focus and commitment to our core purpose as a built heritage and natural environment charity.

We look after over 14000ha of land in the East of England, including incredible places for wildlife such as Ashridge Estate, Blakeney Point, Orford Ness and Wicken Fen, striving to ensure they are rich in biodiversity and amazing for our visitors - You’ll cover these portfolios across the region and many more and will travel to properties on a weekly basis.

Your contractual location is flexible, we're happy for you to work at any of our regional hubs or properties, that are appropriate for this role. There will be an opportunity to explore and agree a hybrid working arrangement, which strike the right balance for you and the Trust.

What you'll be doing:You'll support our regional Nature Conservation Adviser and other internal consultants, in providing high quality nature conservation advice, primarily to site managers and our property teams.

Using your expertise in habitat surveying, mapping skills, and habitat assessments you'll help others understand the biological significance of our land. Often supporting, training, and mentoring teams and volunteers to take part in national wildlife monitoring schemes.

You’ll provide clear and sound advice on a wide range of conservation matters, including habitat management and creation. You'll produce habitat management plans to facilitate and guide standard process on properties.

You'll advise property teams, particularly Trust Building Surveyors, using your experience of protected species protection/mitigation to assist and in dealing appropriately with situations which arise concerning legally protected wildlife.

Who we're looking forWe'd love to hear from you, if you have the following:

- Experience and strong understanding of ecology and conservation land management.
- Knowledge of habitat restoration and creation projects and creating management plans.
- Knowledge of relevant wildlife UK legislation (protected species and sites), policy and grant schemes.
- Relevant skills and experience of undertaking biological field surveys, including plant ID.
- Good written and verbal communication skills including ability to write concise and coherent reports.
- Good knowledge and experience using GIS and databases.
- Experience of effective teamwork, including working with volunteers, alongside ability to work independently and prioritise work schedule.

The packageThe National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Tax free childcare scheme
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Perks at work discounts i.e. gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most locations
- Independent financial advice

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Fixed Term f/t (37.5 hrs pw to 31/05/25)



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