Director of Horticulture: Lead Living Collections

ROYAL BOTANIC GARDEN EDINBURGH; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious horticultural institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Director of Horticulture to lead the strategic management of significant living collections. The successful candidate will champion horticulture, promote plant conservation, and drive contributions to biodiversity recovery. This senior leadership role requires expertise in horticulture and public engagement, with an aim to influence sustainable landscape management. The position offers a unique opportunity to shape horticultural excellence and generate commercial partnerships. Applications close on 5 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Dynamic leader with a deep understanding of horticulture required.
• Commitment to inclusion and workforce development essential.
• Skills to represent the institution at high levels necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic management of the Living Collections.
• Champion horticulture and promote plant conservation.
• Advance contributions to biodiversity recovery and climate resilience.
• Build horticultural consultancy and commercial partnerships.

Skills

Leadership in horticulture

Strategic management

Public advocacy

Plant conservation

Job description

A prestigious horticultural institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Director of Horticulture to lead the strategic management of significant living collections. The successful candidate will champion horticulture, promote plant conservation, and drive contributions to biodiversity recovery. This senior leadership role requires expertise in horticulture and public engagement, with an aim to influence sustainable landscape management. The position offers a unique opportunity to shape horticultural excellence and generate commercial partnerships. Applications close on 5 January 2026.