Forestry England North England Director Location: Bellingham, Northumberland with regular travel throughout the North District and occasional travel nationally Salary: £73,970 to £81,434 plus attractive benefits This is a unique opportunity to lead an iconic part of the Forestry England estate in the North of England. Forestry England cares for more land and trees than any other organisation in England. From small woodlands on the fringes of towns and cities, to vast areas such as the ancient New Forest, for over 100 years we have been growing, shaping and caring for the nation's forests. North England Forest District is the largest in England, covering 61,000ha of forest and 25,000ha of open land in Cumbria, County Durham, Gateshead, Lancashire and Northumberland. Annual timber production is nationally important, at over 550,000m3 and the current planting programme is in excess of three million trees per annum. The District covers some of England's most remote and beautiful landscapes and contributes significantly to both the regional economy and health and wellbeing agendas across the north of England. It includes 45 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) and is a major contributor to nationally significant biodiversity projects. There is also an extensive built and agricultural non-woodland estate. The North England Director is responsible for implementing Forestry England's strategy across the District, preparing long-term management plans, business plans, and capital investment programmes. It has a broad range of accountabilities including all aspects of programme delivery in the District including forest planning, timber production and regeneration, wildlife and environmental land management and recreation and commercial visitor services. Leading a team of c.140 dedicated and professional staff, the post-holder also needs to build productive strategic relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, and to think creatively and innovatively in exploring new opportunities and partnerships to increase the commercial and natural capital value of the estate, improving its financial sustainability. To be successful you will need to bring a track record of senior leadership and a good understanding of the land-based sector. Your skills and experience are as important as your knowledge and so we are open-minded as to where your land-based sectoral experience has been gained. What really matters is that you can lead and inspire a large team, that you have good commercial acumen and that you can develop strategy and translate it into deliverable objectives. Relationship building along with high levels of political sensitivity and understanding will also be key. Above all, you will be motivational, enthusiastic and be confident and credible to improve outcomes within the District and beyond. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to one of England's most valuable natural resources, which delivers economic, health and well-being and environmental benefits to our nation. If you have the blend of skills and experience, and the energy, drive and commitment that we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. To find out more, please contact our recruitment advisers for an informal and confidential discussion: Orla Brennan - Julie Myers - The closing date for applications is midday on Monday 12 January 2026.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Forestry England North England Director Location: Bellingham, Northumberland with regular travel throughout the North District and occasional travel nationally Salary: £73,970 to £81,434 plus attractive benefits This is a unique opportunity to lead an iconic part of the Forestry England estate in the North of England. Forestry England cares for more land and trees than any other organisation in England. From small woodlands on the fringes of towns and cities, to vast areas such as the ancient New Forest, for over 100 years we have been growing, shaping and caring for the nation's forests. North England Forest District is the largest in England, covering 61,000ha of forest and 25,000ha of open land in Cumbria, County Durham, Gateshead, Lancashire and Northumberland. Annual timber production is nationally important, at over 550,000m3 and the current planting programme is in excess of three million trees per annum. The District covers some of England's most remote and beautiful landscapes and contributes significantly to both the regional economy and health and wellbeing agendas across the north of England. It includes 45 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) and is a major contributor to nationally significant biodiversity projects. There is also an extensive built and agricultural non-woodland estate. The North England Director is responsible for implementing Forestry England's strategy across the District, preparing long-term management plans, business plans, and capital investment programmes. It has a broad range of accountabilities including all aspects of programme delivery in the District including forest planning, timber production and regeneration, wildlife and environmental land management and recreation and commercial visitor services. Leading a team of c.140 dedicated and professional staff, the post-holder also needs to build productive strategic relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, and to think creatively and innovatively in exploring new opportunities and partnerships to increase the commercial and natural capital value of the estate, improving its financial sustainability. To be successful you will need to bring a track record of senior leadership and a good understanding of the land-based sector. Your skills and experience are as important as your knowledge and so we are open-minded as to where your land-based sectoral experience has been gained. What really matters is that you can lead and inspire a large team, that you have good commercial acumen and that you can develop strategy and translate it into deliverable objectives. Relationship building along with high levels of political sensitivity and understanding will also be key. Above all, you will be motivational, enthusiastic and be confident and credible to improve outcomes within the District and beyond. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to one of England's most valuable natural resources, which delivers economic, health and well-being and environmental benefits to our nation. If you have the blend of skills and experience, and the energy, drive and commitment that we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. To find out more, please contact our recruitment advisers for an informal and confidential discussion: Orla Brennan - Julie Myers - The closing date for applications is midday on Monday 12 January 2026.
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Job title Species Recovery Manager (Maternity Cover) Salary - £40,388 - £43,482 Contract type Fixed Term Appointment for 18 Months (with the possibility of extension but no guarantee) Hours 37 hours per week Vacancy closes - 1st January :58 What you ll do Forestry England s Forest Wilding Programme was launched in 2022, to deliver a step-change in our efforts to restore naturally functioning ecosystems to the Nation s Forests. As part of this, we have developed one of the most ambitious initiatives to recover a select group of priority influential species, including beaver, wildcat, pine marten, white-tailed eagle and wood ants, predominantly through conservation translocation projects. We have over 30 projects in progress across England, including feasibility studies for wildcat in Northumberland, the reintroduction of pine martens in Devon, and a pioneering study of influential species which will inform our priorities through the next phase of the Forest Wilding Programme. These projects involve Foresty England colleagues across the country, as well as many other organisations, including Wildlife Trusts, the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation, Vincent Wildlife Trust and Natural England. As Species Recovery Manager you will lead this initiative, providing the inspiration, leadership qualities and managerial skills to ensure the effective delivery of these projects, and develop a pipeline of new species recovery projects, which together help drive nature recovery. The post holder will bring technical experience and insight, developing and maintaining standards, and ensuring robust programme and project management to deliver projects on time and on budget. This is an exciting and fast-paced role which is at the forefront of nature recovery efforts in England, working for England s largest land manager. The key elements of this role include: Providing strong technical leadership in species recovery and nature-focussed land management, and its integration with forestry management Programme and project management including a delegated budget of around £2 million Developing and managing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders as well as representing Forestry England on various national forums Please see the job description below for more information and details about what we need from you. Where you ll work You can be based anywhere in the country from any Forestry England office, but we support hybrid working from home. You will also be initiating and supporting projects across England, including in the Lake District, Kielder Forest, the North York Moors, the Peak District, south-east England, the New Forest, Purbeck, the Forest of Dean and Dartmoor. The duties of this post require the post holder to travel across England regularly, and occasionally to other parts of the UK. Whilst we encourage use of public transport wherever possible, some of the locations you will need to visit include remote locations that are not accessible by public transport. You will therefore need to hold a full and current driving licence that enables you to drive in the UK and be willing to stay away from home. We are willing to consider any proposals put forward by applicants that would allow them to do the job by other means. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Dec 05, 2025
Contractor
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Job title Species Recovery Manager (Maternity Cover) Salary - £40,388 - £43,482 Contract type Fixed Term Appointment for 18 Months (with the possibility of extension but no guarantee) Hours 37 hours per week Vacancy closes - 1st January :58 What you ll do Forestry England s Forest Wilding Programme was launched in 2022, to deliver a step-change in our efforts to restore naturally functioning ecosystems to the Nation s Forests. As part of this, we have developed one of the most ambitious initiatives to recover a select group of priority influential species, including beaver, wildcat, pine marten, white-tailed eagle and wood ants, predominantly through conservation translocation projects. We have over 30 projects in progress across England, including feasibility studies for wildcat in Northumberland, the reintroduction of pine martens in Devon, and a pioneering study of influential species which will inform our priorities through the next phase of the Forest Wilding Programme. These projects involve Foresty England colleagues across the country, as well as many other organisations, including Wildlife Trusts, the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation, Vincent Wildlife Trust and Natural England. As Species Recovery Manager you will lead this initiative, providing the inspiration, leadership qualities and managerial skills to ensure the effective delivery of these projects, and develop a pipeline of new species recovery projects, which together help drive nature recovery. The post holder will bring technical experience and insight, developing and maintaining standards, and ensuring robust programme and project management to deliver projects on time and on budget. This is an exciting and fast-paced role which is at the forefront of nature recovery efforts in England, working for England s largest land manager. The key elements of this role include: Providing strong technical leadership in species recovery and nature-focussed land management, and its integration with forestry management Programme and project management including a delegated budget of around £2 million Developing and managing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders as well as representing Forestry England on various national forums Please see the job description below for more information and details about what we need from you. Where you ll work You can be based anywhere in the country from any Forestry England office, but we support hybrid working from home. You will also be initiating and supporting projects across England, including in the Lake District, Kielder Forest, the North York Moors, the Peak District, south-east England, the New Forest, Purbeck, the Forest of Dean and Dartmoor. The duties of this post require the post holder to travel across England regularly, and occasionally to other parts of the UK. Whilst we encourage use of public transport wherever possible, some of the locations you will need to visit include remote locations that are not accessible by public transport. You will therefore need to hold a full and current driving licence that enables you to drive in the UK and be willing to stay away from home. We are willing to consider any proposals put forward by applicants that would allow them to do the job by other means. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Job title - Species Recovery Manager (Maternity Cover) Salary - £40,388 - £43,482 Contract type - Fixed Term Appointment for 18 Months (with the possibility of extension but no guarantee) Hours - 37 hours per week Vacancy closes - 1st January :58 What you'll do Forestry England's Forest Wilding Programme was launched in 2022, to deliver a step-change in our efforts to restore naturally functioning ecosystems to the Nation's Forests. As part of this, we have developed one of the most ambitious initiatives to recover a select group of priority influential species, including beaver, wildcat, pine marten, white-tailed eagle and wood ants, predominantly through conservation translocation projects. We have over 30 projects in progress across England, including feasibility studies for wildcat in Northumberland, the reintroduction of pine martens in Devon, and a pioneering study of influential species which will inform our priorities through the next phase of the Forest Wilding Programme. These projects involve Foresty England colleagues across the country, as well as many other organisations, including Wildlife Trusts, the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation, Vincent Wildlife Trust and Natural England. As Species Recovery Manager you will lead this initiative, providing the inspiration, leadership qualities and managerial skills to ensure the effective delivery of these projects, and develop a pipeline of new species recovery projects, which together help drive nature recovery. The post holder will bring technical experience and insight, developing and maintaining standards, and ensuring robust programme and project management to deliver projects on time and on budget. This is an exciting and fast-paced role which is at the forefront of nature recovery efforts in England, working for England's largest land manager. The key elements of this role include: Providing strong technical leadership in species recovery and nature-focussed land management, and its integration with forestry management Programme and project management including a delegated budget of around £2 million Developing and managing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders as well as representing Forestry England on various national forums Please see the job description below for more information and details about what we need from you. Where you'll work You can be based anywhere in the country from any Forestry England office, but we support hybrid working from home. You will also be initiating and supporting projects across England, including in the Lake District, Kielder Forest, the North York Moors, the Peak District, south-east England, the New Forest, Purbeck, the Forest of Dean and Dartmoor. The duties of this post require the post holder to travel across England regularly, and occasionally to other parts of the UK. Whilst we encourage use of public transport wherever possible, some of the locations you will need to visit include remote locations that are not accessible by public transport. You will therefore need to hold a full and current driving licence that enables you to drive in the UK and be willing to stay away from home. We are willing to consider any proposals put forward by applicants that would allow them to do the job by other means.
Dec 05, 2025
Contractor
Job title - Species Recovery Manager (Maternity Cover) Salary - £40,388 - £43,482 Contract type - Fixed Term Appointment for 18 Months (with the possibility of extension but no guarantee) Hours - 37 hours per week Vacancy closes - 1st January :58 What you'll do Forestry England's Forest Wilding Programme was launched in 2022, to deliver a step-change in our efforts to restore naturally functioning ecosystems to the Nation's Forests. As part of this, we have developed one of the most ambitious initiatives to recover a select group of priority influential species, including beaver, wildcat, pine marten, white-tailed eagle and wood ants, predominantly through conservation translocation projects. We have over 30 projects in progress across England, including feasibility studies for wildcat in Northumberland, the reintroduction of pine martens in Devon, and a pioneering study of influential species which will inform our priorities through the next phase of the Forest Wilding Programme. These projects involve Foresty England colleagues across the country, as well as many other organisations, including Wildlife Trusts, the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation, Vincent Wildlife Trust and Natural England. As Species Recovery Manager you will lead this initiative, providing the inspiration, leadership qualities and managerial skills to ensure the effective delivery of these projects, and develop a pipeline of new species recovery projects, which together help drive nature recovery. The post holder will bring technical experience and insight, developing and maintaining standards, and ensuring robust programme and project management to deliver projects on time and on budget. This is an exciting and fast-paced role which is at the forefront of nature recovery efforts in England, working for England's largest land manager. The key elements of this role include: Providing strong technical leadership in species recovery and nature-focussed land management, and its integration with forestry management Programme and project management including a delegated budget of around £2 million Developing and managing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders as well as representing Forestry England on various national forums Please see the job description below for more information and details about what we need from you. Where you'll work You can be based anywhere in the country from any Forestry England office, but we support hybrid working from home. You will also be initiating and supporting projects across England, including in the Lake District, Kielder Forest, the North York Moors, the Peak District, south-east England, the New Forest, Purbeck, the Forest of Dean and Dartmoor. The duties of this post require the post holder to travel across England regularly, and occasionally to other parts of the UK. Whilst we encourage use of public transport wherever possible, some of the locations you will need to visit include remote locations that are not accessible by public transport. You will therefore need to hold a full and current driving licence that enables you to drive in the UK and be willing to stay away from home. We are willing to consider any proposals put forward by applicants that would allow them to do the job by other means.
