We’re looking for a forward-thinking Countryside Manager to lead our nature recovery work across the newly formed Property Group, including Felbrigg Hall, Oxburgh Estate, and Peckover House & Gardens.
This is an exciting time to join the National Trust as we deliver our strategy, People and Places Thriving, with a focus on restoring nature, improving access, and inspiring communities.
You’ll lead a team of Rangers, working closely with internal specialists to deliver meaningful outcomes for nature. You’ll also build strong partnerships to support ambitious plans for nature recovery both on and beyond our land. Alongside this, you’ll help create high-quality outdoor experiences that connect people with nature.
What it's like to work here:You’ll be part of a collaborative and creative leadership team, working with the General Manager and colleagues across the portfolio. Felbrigg and Oxburgh are historic estates with gardens and parklands, where you’ll lead partnership work to enhance their nature value. Peckover’s wider estate sits with the town of Wisbech and is widely used by the community and recreational tenants.
What you'll be doing:You’ll lead your teams in day-to-day site management and strategic planning to improve access and deliver nature conservation projects. You’ll work with regional and national colleagues to shape and deliver a locally ambitious plan that supports national goals.
You’ll lead a team of 7 Rangers, with direct line management of 2 lead Ranger, and team of volunteers. You’ll help secure funding from a mix of public and private sources to support high-quality nature outcomes. Some weekend, bank holiday and duty management work is required
This role is portfolio wide and will require travel across the portfolio.
Who we're looking forWe'd love to hear from you if you’re:
- highly experienced in nature conservation, and the managing of common land, public land and changes of land use
- skilled in managing projects and budgets
- confident in leading a diverse team
- able to show examples of where you’ve successfully managed change
- adept at negotiating, influencing and communicating
- resilient and experienced in working effectively with partners
- good at involving all kinds of people, sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm, and giving great service
- keen to make a difference, show initiative and work towards a sustainable future.
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)
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK
Permanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)
