Location
Kendal, Cumbria, with travel throughout Cumbria including the Trust’s northern office at Gosling Sike near Carlisle.
Hours
Full-time, 35 hours per week.
Salary
£42,830 per annum with annual increments, plus 9% pension contribution.
About the Role
We have a unique and rewarding opportunity for a Consultancy Manager to join Cumbria Wildlife Trust to help lead, manage and develop our Nature Economy Services. This role offers the chance to lead the development and management of the Trust’s consultancy, Cumbria Wildlife Consulting (CWC), alongside the commercial plant nursery. Together, these services provide a high-quality integrated offering that meets financial targets and aligns with the Trust's mission to protect and restore Cumbria’s natural environment and inspire action.
Since 2023, the Trust has operated a semi-commercial nursery at its Gosling Sike site near Carlisle, producing local provenance, peat-free plug plants for use in Trust projects and for sale to partner organisations. Recent funding has enabled expansion of this operation, increasing capacity and production efficiency.
In addition to managing these services, the role involves building new high-value strategic partnerships and business relationships, focusing on identifying and developing new business opportunities within the nature economy.
This fixed-term position is for three years with the possibility of extension.
Experience
Proven track record of working in a commercial environment such as an ecological consultancy. Experience leading teams both remotely and in person. Demonstrated ability to grow new business ventures and take them to the next stage.
About you
Enthusiastic and passionate about delivering nature’s recovery in Cumbria. Business-minded, self-motivated and organised. Confident in building strategic partnerships and managing integrated services.
A full driving licence and access to a car with business use insurance are desirable.
Qualifications
No specific qualifications stated, but relevant experience and skills in consultancy management and business development are essential.
