Land Use Policy Adviser

Country Land & Business Association Ltd - CLA; London; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation for rural landowners is seeking a Land Use Policy Adviser to influence national policy and guide landowners through the new agriculture policy transition. This role encompasses developing policy, providing expert advice, and representing members' interests in meetings. Join a supportive team dedicated to sustainable land management and enjoy benefits like increasing annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave increasing to 30 days

10% employer pension contribution

Retail discounts

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of agriculture, land use, and environmental policy.
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advocate CLA policy on agriculture, land use, and environmental schemes.
• Provide expert advice to CLA members on Environmental Land Management (ELM) and farm schemes.
• Represent CLA members in meetings with government and stakeholders.

Skills

Knowledge of agriculture

Knowledge of land use

Knowledge of environmental policy

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Land Use Policy Adviser

Contract: Full time (35 hours), perm contract.

Salary: £41,000 – £51,000 depending on experience.

Location: London based with the possibility to work remotely (from another CLA office or Home) up to 2 days per week

Application deadline: 12pm Wednesday 18th June.

Interviews: 1st stage interviews will take place in person at our London office on 25th June. 2nd stage interviews are scheduled to take place in person at our London office on 1st July.

Are you passionate and have knowledge about rural affairs? Are you interested in influencing policy and believe change is possible? Do you enjoy working with other people and are willing to learn?

The Country Land and Business Association (CLA) is a dynamic, forward thinking membership organisation for owners of land, property and rural businesses, who has been championing the interests of rural England and Wales for over 100 years. CLA members own or manage around half the rural land in England and Wales and more than 250 different types of businesses.

We are now looking for a Land Use Policy Adviser to join our expert team in London.

With the adaption to a new agriculture policy in England underway, this is a unique opportunity to influence national policy, support landowners and farmers, and help shape the future of land use in England and Wales.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and advocate CLA policy on agriculture, land use, and environmental schemes.
• Provide expert advice to CLA members on Environmental Land Management (ELM), productivity grants, and farm schemes.
• Represent CLA members in meetings with government, industry, and stakeholders.
• Write policy briefings, consultation responses, and member guidance.
• Present at events, conferences, and agricultural shows across the country.

Please see the job description for full details of the responsibilities, or contact Susan Twining, Chief Land Use Policy Adviser on [e-mail].

What We’re Looking For

• Strong knowledge of agriculture, land use, and environmental policy.
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work independently.
• A passion for rural affairs and sustainable land management.

Why Join Us?

At the CLA, we champion the interests of rural landowners and businesses. You’ll be part of a supportive, knowledgeable team working at the heart of rural policy. We offer:

• 25 days of annual leave(excluding bank holidays) increasing to 30 days upon 3 years’ service
• A collaborative and mission-driven culture
• 10% employer pension contribution
• Retail discounts, wellbeing support and more

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