Location
North Region – flexible base location in North (see job description)

Hours
Full Time - 35 hours per week

Salary
£42,467 - £45,735 plus 28.97% pension contributions into a defined benefits scheme

About the Role
We’re looking for a skilled and strategic Regional Environment Advisor to lead environmental planning and conservation across our North Region - from the Cairngorms to the Isle of Skye and the Flow Country. In this leadership role, you’ll guide a regional environment team, provide expert advice on sustainable land management, and drive key projects such as peatland restoration, native woodland expansion, and habitat creation. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver national priorities on climate and biodiversity, while ensuring compliance with environmental standards. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Scotland’s landscapes while working in some of its most iconic and ecologically rich areas. Training and mentoring will be provided to support your success in the role.

Experience
Proven leadership experience in environmental planning or conservation. Strong knowledge of UK protected habitats and species. Experience advising on mitigation, building partnerships, and managing environmental programmes. Experience in species surveys, habitat planning, or partnership projects is highly desirable.

About you
Confident and strategic thinker with excellent communication and team leadership skills. Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to achieve environmental objectives.

Qualifications
Relevant degree in environmental science, ecology, land management or related field. GIS skills are essential.