Overview
As Senior Manager, you will lead a dedicated team protecting one of England’s most important heathland landscapes. You’ll steer a high-profile conservation programme that balances nature recovery with public access, working across a broad partnership of landowners, authorities and charities. You’ll spend time on the heath with wardens and partners to see impact firsthand and shape strategy. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to drive tangible conservation outcomes and community engagement at scale.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of permanent and seasonal wardens
- Coordinate with local authorities, landowners and major partners (Natural England, Wildlife Trusts, RSPB, Forestry England, MoD, The Crown Estate)
- Shape the future of a conservation programme funded via developer contributions
- Represent the partnership with councillors, stakeholders and strategic boards
- Ensure delivery of ambitious visitor engagement and conservation objectives
- Coach and mentor staff to build leadership capabilities
- Support major public engagement initiatives such as Heath Week
- Oversee on-site visits and on-the-ground engagement with partners and wardens
Key requirements
- Experience in leadership and people development
- Strong stakeholder and partnership management
- Ability to manage complex, multi-year conservation programmes
- Comfort with external representation to boards and councils
- Passion for nature and ability to balance access and protection
- people-focused leadership
- relationship building
- change management
- stakeholder management
- team leadership and mentoring
- programme delivery and governance
Senior Manager in Surrey employer: Environmentjob
At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that champions a positive work culture and values employee wellbeing. With flexible working options, generous leave policies, and a commitment to professional growth, we empower our team to make a meaningful impact on the National Cycle Network while enjoying a supportive environment. Join us in our mission to promote active travel and be part of a collaborative team that values equity and continuous learning.
