Land & Property Lead for Conservation & Grants

Construction; Grantham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Employer Pension

Life Assurance

Flexible and hybrid working options (7

Job summary

The Woodland Trust is seeking a Land and Property Manager to lead land acquisitions, disposals and comprehensive land management across the central region, coordinating with internal teams and external partners. The role requires travel within England and occasional regional visits, with a company vehicle provided.

You’ll manage agricultural tenancies, advise on legal matters, and help deliver grants and funding opportunities, while building strong relationships with landowners and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Hold Chartered Surveyor (Rural Practice) status.
• Must have full UK driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK and satisfactory pre-employment checks are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead land acquisitions and disposals across the region from opportunity through to completion.
• Identify and develop land acquisition, partnership and funding opportunities that support strategic priorities.
• Manage agricultural tenancies, grazing agreements and wider land management arrangements.
• Provide expert advice on rural land use, property management and related legal matters.
• Support delivery of environmental grants, stewardship schemes and other land management funding opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with landowners, agents, legal advisers, partners and stakeholders.
• Manage budgets, estate records and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate across regional and national teams to deliver land and property projects.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Right to work in the UK

Education

Chartered Surveyor (Rural Practice)

Job description

The Woodland Trust is seeking a Land and Property Manager to lead land acquisitions, disposals and comprehensive land management across the central region, coordinating with internal teams and external partners. The role requires travel within England and occasional regional visits, with a company vehicle provided.

You’ll manage agricultural tenancies, advise on legal matters, and help deliver grants and funding opportunities, while building strong relationships with landowners and stakeholders.