Forestry & Woodland Consultant - Northern England

Beach Baker; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK forestry division is seeking an experienced Forestry & Woodland Consultant to manage and grow forestry properties across Northern England. Responsibilities include overseeing contractors, preparing valuations, and supporting sustainable forestry projects. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in forestry and excellent communication skills, as well as proficiency in related software. The position offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, company car allowance, and various lifestyle perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Company car allowance

Private medical cover

Pension and life assurance

27 days annual leave

Gym discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Social events and volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in forestry or land management.
• Strong understanding of carbon and natural capital markets.
• Excellent communication skills to develop client relationships.
• Positive attitude towards the rural economy and countryside.

Responsibilities

• Manage forestry properties from planning to harvesting.
• Oversee contractors for planting and timber harvesting.
• Prepare valuations and budgets for forestry acquisitions.
• Support afforestation projects and ensure sustainable practices.
• Build relationships with clients and identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Forestry management

Client relationship development

Communication skills

Knowledge of carbon markets

Project management

Education

Formal forestry qualification (degree level preferred)

ICF membership or working towards it

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Forestry & Woodland Consultant – Northern England

Location : Flexible within Northern England

Contract : Permanent, Full-Time

Are you passionate about forestry and woodland management? We’re looking for an experienced Forestry Consultant to join a leading UK forestry division with an outstanding reputation for delivering professional services across woodland sales, asset management, valuation, and investment advisory.

This role focuses on Northern England , managing and growing an asset management portfolio while supporting clients with sustainable forestry solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage forestry properties across Northern England, from planning and planting to restocking and harvesting.
• Oversee contractors for planting, weeding, fertilising, and timber harvesting.
• Act as principal asset manager for client forestry portfolios, delivering exceptional service and expanding the client base.
• Prepare valuations, budgets, and investment recommendations for forestry acquisitions.
• Support afforestation projects and ESG initiatives, ensuring sustainable practices.
• Build strong relationships with clients and identify new opportunities for growth.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in forestry or land management.
• Strong understanding of carbon and natural capital markets.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to develop client relationships.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for the rural economy and countryside.

Qualifications :

• Ideally a member of or working towards ICF membership.
• Formal forestry qualification (degree level preferred).

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Company car allowance.
• Private medical cover, pension, life assurance, and income protection.
• 27 days annual leave + public holidays (with option to buy extra days).
• Lifestyle perks : gym discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, retail discounts.
• Social events and volunteering opportunities.

Interested?

If you’re ready to take the next step in your forestry career and lead projects across Northern England, apply today!