Nature Finance Analyst - Conservation Investment
Reference: MAY
Location: Flexible in UK
Salary: £39,205.00 - £41,856.00 Per Annum
Contract: 2 years
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave Conservation and nature markets have become a key part of the tool kit for helping nature and climate to thrive. They can help bring in more money where traditional fundraising isn't enough nor is public grant funding. This leading nature conservation charity knows that there is now a market for nature and environmental benefits. Many companies need to invest because their shareholders want to see more being done for the environment. In addition, there is a growing regulatory push for them to do so. This goes for individual corporations (large companies) as well as fund managers who bring together different pots of money and create a package to be invested. This charity has a fantastic opportunity to explore this green market both on their estate and off-estate, working with others. The Conservation Investment (CI) team is exploring these opportunities and developing pipelines of viable projects. A vital component of the CI team's work is commercial analysis to design, scrutinise and implement projects on and off the charity's estate. You will be working across different ecosystem services, including carbon, biodiversity net gain and others such as nutrient neutrality and natural flood management. You will be helping site teams to develop their business cases and compare them against traditional agriculture and agri-environment funding. You will be working with the country teams across the UK to help them develop their financial plans which combine revenue from ecosystem services with public and other sources funding. You will be supporting this charity to acquire new sites to restore for nature and climate. You will be at the forefront of making more nature a reality for both the organisation's own operations but also in their priority landscapes for priority species. Finally, you will be analysing how the charity's business processes and policies can help them to deliver these green market opportunities. About the Role
On a day-to-day basis you will be working with teams across the organisation to develop business and financial cases for nature markets. It will be varied and working in new and exciting markets that will benefit nature and delivering the organisation's strategy. You could be looking at the options for an acquisition of land and how they might perform for BNG, and carbon compared with commercial farming. You might be diving into some governance linked to how the organisation sets up projects and schemes with partners both on and off the charity's estate. You will be with a team of passionate and highly skilled nature market experts in the conservation investment team. They can support you with your work and give your insight into solutions and potential blockers. You will help teams to: Analyse and understand business problems or opportunities, with a particular focus on financial viability; Undertake research and analysis into business services, and identify areas for improvement; Use analysis-led insights to make decisions on prioritisation and minimum viable product; Ensure new products and services meet business and user needs, and are aligned with organisational goals; and Understand any business and policy constraints that need to be considered and assess the implications. Essential skills, knowledge and experience: Experience of commercial analysis of business opportunities and related project finance including profit and loss and cashflows; Experience of working with multiple stakeholders (e.g. landowners, farmers) and understanding their financial interests and flows; Experience of developing and working in partnerships to achieve shared outcomes; Experience of delivering projects; Logical & methodical, analytical and a good eye for detail; Strong written and oral communications skills to persuade and influence a wide range of people, both internally and externally; Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to find creative solutions; Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances; Leadership ability, able to lead and influence without line management authority. Desirable skills, knowledge and experience: Knowledge of nature market-related products and structures; and Experience of working to a standard project management approach (e.g. in-house Project Management Framework, Prince2). Closing date: 23:59, Sunday, 13th July 2025
This employer is aiming to conduct interviews on or around the 23rd of July 2025. Interested? Please click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). Our client is committed to developing an inclusive and diverse workplace, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve their vision of creating a world richer in nature, the charity needs more people, and more diverse people, on nature's side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, the organisation is particularly interested in receiving your application. The charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. No agencies please.
Do you want to operate at scale to help tackle the nature and climate emergency? Our client's team has built significant expertise in peatland restoration over more than 20 years. Peatland Programme Manager, Wales
Reference: MAY
Location: Home based working across north and mid-Wales
Salary: £39,205.00 - £41,856.00 Per Annum
Contract: Fixed Term until 31 March 2028
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week with some flexibility
Benefits: Holidays, Pension and Life Assurance Introduction Since 2020, this organisation has been restoring over 1,200 hectares of blanket bog - working in partnership with a range of organisations and individuals. Their approach delivers multiple benefits such as species recovery, habitat restoration, reduced wildfire risk, flood attenuation and reduced carbon emissions. They are looking for someone with existing knowledge of peatland restoration and the Peatland Code to take forward their programme working within multiple partnerships. You will be logical and methodical, able to form collaborative relationships, plan and process complex information and share vision and passion with different audiences. What's the role about? The Peatland Programme Manager will continue the development of this charity's Peatland Programme across Wales, ensuring the pipeline contributes to the organisation's wider conservation priorities for species and habitats alongside climate benefit. The role will develop the restoration pipeline at different scales, ranging from large-scale opportunities with contractors, landowners and land managers to smaller scale, ensuring a fair deal to land owners and managers and delivery of community benefits. The role will take a nature-based solution approach to tackle the nature and climate emergency and will prioritise "gold standard" near-natural and naturally functioning peatland restoration; it will play a key role in advocating this organisation's approach to decision makers and land managers. In time, the programme manager will be expected to take on the line management of a developing peatland restoration team. The overall ambition is to develop a fully funded peatland programme through a blended finance model of green finance, donative income and grants. Essential skills, knowledge and experience: Experience of working to project management frameworks, principles and processes Experience of managing a number of projects simultaneously, preferably peatland restoration projects Demonstrable experience of working with and negotiating with external stakeholders such as landowners to form conservation partnerships. Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally Strong time management, organisational skills and attention to detail Cost and budget management Strong IT skills (including Excel, MS Word and Outlook) Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Desirable skills, knowledge and experience: Technical expertise on peatland restoration and the IUCN Peatland Code Experience of practical delivery of projects, working with external stakeholders such as contractors and agencies Project Management Qualification or appropriate training Additional Information: This is a Fixed-Term role for 37.5 hours per week until 31 March 2028. The successful candidate will be home based, working across north and mid-Wales. The employer would consider a reduced hours role (30 hours per week) for the right candidate. This employer reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term. Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 6th July 2025
This employer is looking to conduct interviews for this position from 16 July 2025. APPLICATION PROCESS: To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This employer is committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve their vision of creating a world richer in nature, they need more people, and more diverse people, on nature's side. People of colour and people with a disability are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, this organisation is particularly interested in receiving your application. You will be able to contact this employer later on to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application. This charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. No agencies please.
Would you like to advance your career in a consultancy that delivers tangible results for nature?Our client, a Wildlife Consultancy Service, has an exciting opportunity to join their supportive team as a Senior Ecologist.Senior Ecologist
Location: Norwich, NR1
Salary: £29,484 - £34,000
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full TimeWhether you are already a Senior Ecologist or looking to take your next step into a more senior role this position will provide you with an opportunity to build on your existing experience, leading and delivering on a range of projects.Our client is a professional, experienced and dedicated team offering a comprehensive range of ecological and arboricultural consultancy services. All profits are donated to their parent charity for the benefit of nature conservation in Norfolk.ResponsibilitiesThe focus of this Service is on providing high quality ecological expertise to ensure that their client's projects move forward while ensuring protection and benefits for nature and wildlife. As a key member of the team you will undertake a wide range of ecological consultancy contracts on behalf of the Service's clients including:Protected species surveysSite and habitat surveys and assessments (including BNG)Mitigation strategies for a wide range of habitats and species.Conservation management advice (species and habitats)Ecological Clerk of Works on selected projectsIn addition, you will have line management responsibilities for an Assistant Ecologist and will delegate for the Principal Ecologist as needed.About YouThey are looking for someone with a degree in ecology or its equivalent and ideally membership of CIEEM or be working towards it. Applications are particularly welcome from Ecologists who hold at least one Natural England (of other equivalent) protected species licence preferably Bat Survey Level 2 (or above).You will enjoy working as part of a small, committed team and relish the challenge of working with a range of clients on different projects. In addition, you will ideally have:A minimum of 4 years relevant work experience.Understanding, and experience in the application, of UK environmental legislation and policy.Experience in ecological field survey work (including to UKHab and protected species).Have up to date knowledge of, and familiarity with, survey guidance for a range of protected species.Experience in report writing (including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, management plans and Ecological Impact Assessments), and development of mitigation measures.Previous experience in conservation or with a consultancy business;A valid UK driving licence and access to own transport with business insurance use. In return this employer can offer you a competitive salary and generous pension contribution as well as other personal benefits including comprehensive sick pay, life insurance, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.This employer is happy to discuss part-time or flexible working and how we can support your responsibilities outside of work.This employer is reviewing applications as they come in and inviting candidates for interview on a rolling basis.APPLICATION PROCESS:To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position.No agencies please.
An exciting opportunity to join this community charity's friendly team and help carry out a wide range of green spaces projects across the Colne Valley Regional Park and in surrounding areas.Project Officer - Conservation & Green Skills
Ref: POCGS0924
Location: Colne Valley Park Denham, UB9
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Circa. £25,000Summary of role: This is a varied role which will see the successful applicant working outside on practical grounds maintenance and conservation tasks in some of the most beautiful parts of the Colne Valley.You will be joining the charity's Green Team who carry out a range of projects across the Colne Valley Regional Park. These include nature reserve management, grounds maintenance, corporate volunteering events, volunteering events for the public, hard landscaping tasks, and conducting Green Skills Courses to educate long-term unemployed individuals. Your role will assist in the delivery of this work.The charity is a creative, committed and enthusiastic organisation with a great track record of project development, fundraising and delivery, so there are always opportunities to grow and develop your role within the friendly team. The charity will offer work-based learning and training.In return the organisation offers you:A competitive salaryGenerous holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum plus public holidaysHealth Cash Plan and 24-hour online access to a GPPERKS scheme - such as discounted gym membership and shopping discountsEmployee Assistance Programme - including mental health helpline and face to face counselling.Salary sacrifice schemes including cycle to work and pension contributionsFamily friendly policies to support work/life balance with time off in lieu for out of hours activitiesBusiness travel expensesAbout the CharityThe organisation works with communities across the south of England to transform their lives and the places where they live. They have been at the forefront of social and environmental regeneration for over 25 years, and today they have a simple mission: to create better places, improve people's prospects, and promote greener living and working.They are passionate about creating a future where every neighbourhood is vibrant and green, every community is strong and able to shape its own destiny, and no-one is held back by their background or circumstances. This vision drives the work that they do. Each year they deliver over 100 innovative projects, tackling the biggest issues facing our communities and creating real and lasting, positive change.Closing date for applications: Sunday 20th October at midnightInterview date: Thursday 24th & Friday 25th OctoberInterested?To apply, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions.Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced records check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).The charity is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.No agencies please.
