Urban Wildlife Rewilding Lead

London Wildlife Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent nature conservation organization in the UK seeks an enthusiastic Species Recovery Officer to lead an exciting species reintroduction project. This role involves coordinating recovery efforts, overseeing habitat restoration, and engaging the community through wildlife walks, talks, and educational sessions. Ideal candidates are passionate about urban rewilding, have experience in conservation, and are confident in managing volunteers and public activities. This is a unique opportunity to impact biodiversity positively in urban London.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Benefits platform with retail discounts

Gym, bicycle, and childcare schemes

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Employee Assistance Scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in delivering nature recovery or conservation projects.
• Experience designing and leading public engagement activities.
• Ability to inspire diverse audiences and build partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate species recovery actions, habitat restoration, and monitoring.
• Deliver wildlife walks, school sessions, and community workshops.
• Support volunteers in practical conservation and ecological monitoring.

Skills

Wildlife conservation

Public engagement

Habitat restoration

Volunteer coordination

Ecological fieldwork

Job description

A prominent nature conservation organization in the UK seeks an enthusiastic Species Recovery Officer to lead an exciting species reintroduction project. This role involves coordinating recovery efforts, overseeing habitat restoration, and engaging the community through wildlife walks, talks, and educational sessions. Ideal candidates are passionate about urban rewilding, have experience in conservation, and are confident in managing volunteers and public activities. This is a unique opportunity to impact biodiversity positively in urban London.