Location
Central London with primary focus on Dorset and Wiltshire, and additional work across the wider South West region. Contractual location and flexible-working arrangements to be discussed at interview.

Hours
Full time (hours not specified)

Salary
£35,599 per annum

About the Role
We are recruiting a Land Use & Nature Delivery Partner to lead nature-recovery work across the South West. This role requires strong expertise in land management, ecology, nature-friendly farming, and collaborative partnership working to deliver landscape-scale restoration across farms, woodlands, uplands, and urban green spaces. You will join the Restore Nature Specialist Delivery teams during an exciting period as we implement our “People and Nature Thriving” strategy, aiming to create 250,000 hectares of nature-rich habitat across and beyond National Trust land. The South West includes some of our most valuable landscapes, coastlines, and species, offering significant opportunities for nature recovery. This role forms part of a region-wide, integrated delivery team.
You will lead habitat restoration and species-recovery initiatives, supporting Property Teams and Farmers to adopt nature-positive, low-carbon, and climate resilient land-management practices. You will help shape land-management that embeds nature recovery well beyond our in-hand and tenanted land holdings at a transformational landscape scale. Your responsibilities will include ecological assessments, contract management, monitoring plans, and ensuring measurable outcomes such as improved habitat condition and biodiversity net gain are achieved.
You will be proactive in seeking out and securing funding to support the delivery of our ambitious strategy, working collaboratively with grant specialists, property teams, and the wider Restore Nature regional delivery team. You will also represent the National Trust in regional collaborations and use your network of partners and contractors to support large-scale restoration.
The National Trust is committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diversity and welcome all applicants to join our teams.
Benefits include a substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary, free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18), rental deposit loan scheme, season ticket loan, EV car lease scheme (for eligible roles), perks at work discounts such as gym memberships and shopping discounts, holiday allowance up to 32 days plus holiday purchase scheme, flexible working where possible, employee assistance programme, and free parking at most Trust places.

Experience
Proven experience delivering nature recovery across varied habitats. Experience supporting, mentoring, or managing others. Strong collaborative approach, bringing teams and partners together to achieve meaningful change. Credibility within the Restore Nature sector including partner organisations, farmers, and local communities. A strong understanding of the challenges facing the land use and management community with proven experience of maximising opportunities for nature gain.

About you
Confident communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to inspire and build trust. Ability to translate ambitious goals into practical, high-impact delivery. Solid knowledge of the UK conservation policy and funding landscape.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but relevant expertise and experience in land management, ecology, and nature recovery are essential.