Location
Brighton

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£29,095 per annum

About the Role
Sussex Wildlife Trust is seeking a collaborative and inspiring Land Advisor to join the Wilder Wealden team and help deliver a Nature Recovery Network across Wealden District. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a major new partnership project focused on restoring habitats, supporting landowners and communities, and helping nature recover at scale across one of Sussex’s most important landscapes. Working within the Nature Recovery Team and reporting to the Land Advice Manager Wilder Wealden, you will be part of a direct team of four in the Wilder Wealden Project, with opportunities to collaborate across other Wilder Projects. You will work closely with project partners including Wealden District Council, landowners, communities, and partner organisations. Your role will enable and support practical action for wildlife, ensuring that advice, work parties, monitoring, and partnerships are delivered to create connected, resilient habitats across the district. Sussex Wildlife Trust is committed to restoring and protecting at least 30% of Sussex land and sea for nature, inspiring people to take meaningful action, building a stronger, more inclusive organisation, and becoming net zero and climate resilient. We welcome applications from people who share our values of Innovation, Passion, Collaboration, and Inclusion and are determined to see a Sussex rich in wildlife.

Benefits
- Hybrid and Flexible Working supporting a healthy work-life balance where operationally possible
- 25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 5 years' service (pro rata for part-time)
- Pension Contributions with an optional salary sacrifice scheme
- Life Assurance: 2x salary cover for pension scheme members, 1x salary cover for non-members
- Health Cash Plan to help with everyday healthcare expenses
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support and wellbeing resources
- Cycle to Work Scheme supporting a healthier and more sustainable commute
- Two paid Volunteering Days to support causes that matter to you
- Café Discount at Rye Harbour Discovery Centre cafe

Closing Date
25th October 2026

Interview Date
2nd November 2026

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the vacancy may close early, so early application is encouraged.

Experience
Experience working in conservation or land management is desirable. Confidence in combining ecological knowledge with strong people skills and the ability to work effectively with landowners, communities, local authorities, and partner organisations.

About you
You are a confident and practical conservation professional motivated by the opportunity to help create a wilder, more connected, and resilient Wealden District. You bring energy, judgement, innovation, and collaboration to turn ambition into meaningful action for nature. You share Sussex Wildlife Trust’s values of Innovation, Passion, Collaboration, and Inclusion and are committed to working in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in ecology, conservation, environmental management, or related fields are advantageous but not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with potential to grow into the role, including those currently underrepresented in the conservation sector.