The Woodland Trust is looking for a PA for the Executive Director of Supporter Mobilisation to provide support, handle enquires and create optimal conditions for the Director to drive and deliver on their objectives.
The Role:
- Manage day-to-day requirements of the Director including briefings, scheduling meetings, continual diary and time management support, coordinate travel plans and manage incoming and outgoing correspondence.
- Support the Director by tracking actions arising from Executive Leadership Team meetings and Board meetings.
- Timetable and co-ordinate agendas and contribute to Senior Leadership Team meetings.
- Work with the Director to track KPI’s and reporting for the department.
- Support the Senior Leadership Team with queries, actions, responsibilities and processes.
- Identify risks and issues to projects, flagging to the Director and support in effective resolution.
- This is a hybrid position with a mix of home working and from our head office in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Head office attendance would be required once a month on average. Occasional travel to other offices, team events and department days.
The Candidate:
- Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work with the wider PA team to ensure best practice, sharing of ideas and knowledge transfer.
- Experience in administrative duties at a Director support level with effective skills in time management and organisation.
- Experience managing complex enquiries and triaging appropriately.
- Strong communications skills with the ability to build relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience planning with great organisational and customer focussed skills, including budget management.
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications and Zoom.
Benefits and Wellbeing:
Joining our team means you'll be part of our fight for a greener, healthier planet for people and wildlife. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
- Enhanced Employer Pension
- Life Assurance
- Flexible and hybrid working options (7am - 7pm)
- Generous annual leave - 25 Days plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time)
- Buy and sell holiday scheme
- Enhanced parental pay
- Employee assistance programme
To support inclusivity and remove barriers for candidates, we publish all salaries upfront and proudly follow the We Show the Salary pledge. The salary listed is the set salary for this role, and we don’t ask applicants to state their current pay or expectations. If you choose to apply, we’ll take that as confirmation that the advertised salary meets your expectations.
About Us:
The Woodland Trust is the UK’s largest woodland conservation charity. We want to see a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature. The Trust engages and inspires people to make a difference by protecting, restoring and creating woodland and getting more trees in the ground.
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
To achieve our mission, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.
Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams on 9th and 12th of November 2026.
For queries about this role, reasonable adjustments, or support with your application, please contact: recruitment@woodlandtrust.org.uk
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PA to Executive Director of Supporter Mobilisation in Grantham employer: Woodland Trust
The Woodland Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a greener planet while prioritising the wellbeing of its staff. With flexible hybrid working options, generous annual leave, and a strong commitment to employee development, we create a supportive environment where team members can thrive. Our inclusive culture encourages diverse perspectives, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about conservation and community engagement in Grantham, Lincolnshire.
