Location
Kings House, High Street, Lyndhurst, New Forest, SO43 7NH, United Kingdom

Hours
37 hours per week

Salary
£26,959 per annum

About the Role
Join Forestry England's Land Management team in the South and support the people who care for the New Forest and the wider South Forest District. Working alongside foresters, wildlife rangers, engineers and land management specialists, you will provide essential administrative and business support. Your responsibilities will include coordinating contracts, recruitment, meetings, records and information management. This role requires an organised, proactive and personable individual with strong communication skills, attention to detail and a customer-focused approach. No prior forestry experience is required—just a willingness to learn and work collaboratively as part of a supportive team making a real difference for nature, climate and local communities.

Forestry England is the country's largest land manager, caring for the nation's forests for people, nature and the economy. The South England Forest District team manages 46,000 hectares of public forest estate stretching from Sussex to Dorset and Berkshire to the Isle of Wight. Much of this land is nationally and internationally important for nature conservation, including Special Areas of Conservation, Special Protection Areas and Ramsar sites. The district also provides public access and recreation, welcoming nearly 50 million visits annually.

As part of Forestry England, you will contribute to sustainable forest management, creating amazing places and experiences, providing vital wildlife habitats, improving air quality and producing sustainable timber.

Experience
No forestry experience is required. Experience in administrative or business support roles is advantageous but not essential. A willingness to learn and adapt is key.

About you
You are organised, proactive and personable with strong communication skills and attention to detail. You have a customer-focused approach and enjoy working as part of a team. You are motivated to support environmental and community outcomes and willing to engage with a diverse range of colleagues and stakeholders.

Qualifications
There are no specific qualification requirements for this role. A positive attitude, strong organisational skills and a commitment to learning and development are essential.