Rural Biodiversity and Conservation Adviser

The Crown Estate; Windsor; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental organization in the UK is seeking a passionate individual to lead nature recovery projects and advise on conservation strategies. The role emphasizes collaboration with farmers and communities to create sustainable practices and restore habitats. Applicants should have experience in conservation and a commitment to driving environmental change. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive work culture that values well-being and inclusivity.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Performance-related bonus

Private healthcare

28 days holiday with option to buy more

Family policies and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience with habitat creation and conservation strategies.
• Passion for working with rural communities.
• Ability to lead nature recovery projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ambitious nature recovery projects.
• Advise on conservation strategies.
• Develop environmental plans for Estates.
• Collaborate for sustainable food production.

Skills

Experience in conservation

Passion for environmental change

Collaborative teamwork

Job description

Advert Close date : 31st December 2025

Location : Windsor and Rural Estates

Contract Type : Permanent

Ready to make a real impact on the environment?

At The Crown Estate, we’re on a mission to restore habitats, enhance biodiversity, and deliver nature recovery projects across 120,000 acres of farmland in England. This is your chance to be part of something bigger—helping shape landscapes for generations to come.

Why join us?

Purpose-driven work : Every project you lead will contribute to nature recovery and carbon sequestration.

Collaborative culture : Work with farmers, conservationists, communities, and passionate colleagues.

Professional growth : Access training, industry qualifications, and opportunities to lead innovative projects.

Flexibility and wellbeing : We value balance and offer a supportive, inclusive environment.

Impact at scale : Position The Crown Estate as a leader in sustainable land management.

What you’ll do

Deliver ambitious, practical nature recovery projects.

Advise farmers and partners on conservation strategies.

Develop bespoke environmental plans for our Estates.

Track progress and showcase measurable results.

Collaborate across teams to create a vibrant, sustainable food production system.

Could this be you?

Do you have experience in conservation and habitat creation? Are you passionate about working with rural communities and driving environmental change? If you’re ready to bring your expertise and enthusiasm to a role where you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us lead the way in biodiversity and conservation.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. The Crown Estate is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you’re passionate about conservation and want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Our Offering / benefits

As well as a competitive salary, pension and performance related bonus offering, we have a wealth of benefits available ranging from market leading family policies and shopping discounts in the West End, to private healthcare; life and critical illness cover and 28 days holiday with the option to buy more. We value work life balance and your wellbeing highly, enabling you to be your best self to work.

Disability Disclaimer

We are a proud disability confident employer and operate the offer of interview scheme Disability Confident employer scheme - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) .

We are happy to offer alternative application methods or formats and can be flexible on our process to enable you to have the best opportunity.

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