Chief Adviser, Land Policy & Infrastructure

NATIONAL FARMERS UNION; Kenilworth; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance (30 days +

Bank holidays) + annual company day

Company funded health cashplan

Health insurance

Enhanced maternity, paternity and par­

ent support

Performance-related pay

Competitive Pension and Life assurance

Interest-free loans for cars/bikes/tk

Employee Assistance program

Discounts on vehicles and travel

On-site restaurant and parking

Job summary

National Farmers' Union seeks an experienced Chief Adviser to head the Land Management, Planning and Infrastructure Policy Team. Based at Stoneleigh HQ with agile working, you will lead policy development and represent NFU interests at government and industry levels.

You’ll guide a team of advisers and surveyors, influence decision-makers, and deliver practical policy solutions that support profitable farming businesses and rural communities.

Qualifications

• Significant professional experience in rural land management, planning, property, infrastructure or related discipline.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Accomplished communicator and presenter with ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead policy development on land management, planning and infrastructure issues.
• Drive policy delivery and engage with government, industry and stakeholders.
• Provide expert leadership and build high-performing, collaborative teams.

Skills

Leadership

Policy expertise

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Job description

National Farmers' Union seeks an experienced Chief Adviser to head the Land Management, Planning and Infrastructure Policy Team. Based at Stoneleigh HQ with agile working, you will lead policy development and represent NFU interests at government and industry levels.

You’ll guide a team of advisers and surveyors, influence decision-makers, and deliver practical policy solutions that support profitable farming businesses and rural communities.