Project Manager

NATIONAL TRUST; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established conservation organization in the United Kingdom seeks a Project Manager to lead its Midlands Nature initiative. This position focuses on driving nature recovery and collaborating with various partners to secure funding. The ideal candidate will have experience working in complex partnership environments, strong communication skills, and a project management qualification. The role offers a hybrid work model and numerous employee benefits, contributing to a dynamic work culture that values diversity.

Benefits

Substantial pension scheme of up to 10%

Free entry to National Trust places

Rental deposit loan scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience working across complex partnerships and matrix organizations.
• Interest in sustainability and green finance is desirable.
• Demonstrable ability to influence and build relationships at various levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of a £350,000 NLHF-funded project.
• Manage and motivate project teams effectively.
• Build and maintain complex stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Stakeholder relationship management

Project management

Communications at a senior level

Problem-solving

Leadership and team management

Education

Project management qualification (Prince 2 or equivalent)

Job description

Important notice

In line with our redeployment policy,we’llprioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.

We’re seeking a Project Manager to lead Midlands Nature - opportunity for an ambitious leader to collaborate with partners, drive nature’s recovery at scale, and unlock innovative nature markets. Midlands Nature is poised to create a step change in nature’s recovery across the region.

What it's like to work here

Working with senior leaders at seven leading eNGOs and agencies you’ll be supported to make a lasting impact. This role is hosted by the National Trust but will involve working across multiple partners including the National Trust, Natural England, Environment Agency, RSPB, The Woodland Trust and the Nottinghamshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, and Birmingham and Black Country Wildlife Trusts.

This is a hybrid role, and regional travel will be required, you will be contractually based at your nearest National Trust property.

What you'll be doing

Nature in the UK is at risk, and a £44 billion funding gap over the next decade means the private sector needs to be brought to the table. Over the next two years Midlands Nature (MN) will position itself as a broker for these new funding relationships. As Project Manager, you will deliver a £350,000 NLHF-funded project to establish MN as a key player in nature recovery.

You will work closely with the MN Chair and partners to lead project delivery. You’ll convene a community of practice of those developing nature finance projects and a network of potential funders. You’ll commission expert evidence and build a business plan, securing the next phase of MD’s development and ambitions.

Who we're looking for

We’d love to hear from you if you have relevant experience of:

• working across a complex set of matrix organisations on innovative partnership projects; are open to complexity challenge.
• sustainability within a private sector context and an interest in green finance (desirable).
• communications at a senior level, building relationships within diverse teams, both internally and externally and influencing change.
• demonstrable ability to build and maintain complex stakeholder relationships at a senior level and cascade ideas, for audiences across a range of sectors.
• leadership and the ability to manage and motivate project teams. Supporting project governance, managing sponsor, stakeholder and client relationships.
• managing complex supplier relationships and resolving challenges when they arise.
• being proactive and organised, with experience of managing projects and a talent for multi-tasking and getting things done, strongly focused on detail, quality, cost, and time. Holding a project management qualification such as Prince 2 or equivalent.
• flexible thinking and problem‑solving, skilled at negotiating and building productive networks, and confident in using your expertise to influence decisions.

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• experience working across different teams or departments, with the ability to navigate complexity and work constructively with others.
• strong communication skills, including the ability to build effective working relationships and influence colleagues at various levels.
• proven ability to maintain productive stakeholder relationships, including communicating ideas clearly to different audiences.
• experience supporting or leading project work, including coordinating tasks, supporting governance, and keeping work on track.
• ability to manage relationships with suppliers or partners, including resolving issues when they arise.
• highly organised and proactive, with experience managing multiple priorities and delivering work on time, to a high standard.
• good problem‑solving skills, with the confidence to use expertise to influence decisions and support progress.

The package

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
• Flexible working whenever possible
• Employee assistance programmeFree parking at most Trust places